What is 'air valve' 🧑‍🔧

Welcome my friend! The purpose of this article is explain “What is 'air valve'” by answering common doubts.

So the fastest answer is…

A valve that automatically lets air out of or into a liquid-carrying pipe when the internal pressure drops below atmospheric.

An ‘air release valve’ contains a ball or other shape float which rises to close an orifice as the last air is excluded.

The design must prevent the float from being sucked onto the orifice by high velocity air and must prevent oscillation of the float.

These are questions that people still ask:

Air valve

What is a valve...

Valves are mechanical or electro-mechanical devices that are used to control the movement of liquids, gases, powders, etc. through pipes or tubes, or from tanks or other containers.

What is an air valve used for...

Air valves are hydromechanical devices designed to release trapped air and wastewater gases during filling, draining and operation of a piping system. They contribute to a smooth flow in the pipelines and more efficient function of the water system.

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