Today's advanced polymers have excellent mechanical properties and are capable of working at temperatures up to 400+ degrees F.In most cases, a simple conversion to low mass polymer sealing elements can give existing valves in reciprocating compressors a vastly increased life as well as reduced energy consumption and maintenance costs, without having to alter the valve body or modify the valve cage. The main advantages of polymer plates & rings over metallic are as follows:
· Heat resistance to impact fatigue
· Ability to operate at higher lifts
· High tolerance to dirt, liquids & chemicals
· Reduced wear to valve seat & guard
· Improved sealing capabilities
CPI offers non-metallic valve plates & rings or blanks
· Manufactured to exact size
· High stock availability
· One source for all your Peek, Nylon & Mid-Temperature valve plates
CPI has extensive experience & capabilities to manufacture and mold thermo-plastic blanks & valve plates in the following materials:
· Glass Filled Peek, Carbon Filled Peek
· Glass Filled Natural & Yellow Nylon
· Glass Filled Mid-Temperature Material