Choosing the perfect Apollo 3 way valve is easy! Renowned as a world-class leader in valve technology, and with the backing of over 9 decades of experience in valve innovation and superior manufacturing, Apollo Valve offers an awesome selection of 3-way valves. They've made finding the one for your application simple.
⚙️ Key Takeaways
- Apollo 70-600 Series: This versatile bronze valve provides a dependable threaded NPT solution for standard industrial fluid control.
- Apollo 70-900 Series: Built with soldered end connections, this series offers high-temperature tolerance up to 500°F and serves as an ideal choice for diversion applications.
- Apollo 76-600 Series: Featuring investment-cast stainless steel and an 800 psig rating, this full-port valve meets NACE standards for demanding, highly corrosive environments.
- Apollo 77-648-27 Series: Designed for flow control and automation, this full-port bronze valve includes an ISO 5211 mounting pad, locking latch lever, and dual gas/liquid rating.
Apollo 3 Way Valves
The purpose of a 3-way valve is to change or divert the direction of media flow, as in from (or to) one destination or another. Ball valves make it all possible, and Apollo 3-way ball valves are the perfect choice. Flow can be stopped in one pipe, while allowed in another. Some 3-way valves can also be used as mixing valves. In fact, the the application range of 3-way valves is practically limitless. The following four 3-way configured ball valves available from Apollo.
Apollo 70-600
The Apollo 70-60 valve series have a bronze, 2-piece body utilizing NPT threaded connections. Features include a bow-out proof B16 Brass Stem, a B16 Brass Gland Nut, MPTFE Stem Packing, and a reinforced RPTFE stem bearing. In addition, these 2-eay valves also have a chrome plated B16 brass ball and PTFE Seals. For sizes 1/4" to 1" sizes, use a B16 brass retainer, and for 1.25" to 2" use a B584-C84400 retainer. Note that both the lever and lever nut are Zinc plated steel with a yellow vinyl cover.
Apollo 70-900
Virtually the same as the Apollo 70-600 Series, the Apollo 70-900 differs in its easy-to-install soldered end connections. These valves have 2-piece housings, a standard port, and a chrome-plated B16 Brass ball, a Zinc-plated steel lever nut, and a yellow vinyl handle grip. These valves have a maximum working pressure of 400 psig and a maximum temperature of 500°F. In addition, the Apollo 70-900 works extremely well as diversion valves.
Apollo 76-600
With its investment cast stainless steel body, this Apollo 3-way valve meets both NACE MRO175 and MRO103 (2000 and 2012, respectively) standards. It has FNPT threaded connections and a Full Port. It's maximum working pressure is 800 psig CWP with a working temperature between 0-400°F. They also have MPTFE stem packing, RPTFE stem bearing and seats, and an A276-316 blow-out proof stem and nut.
Apollo 77-648-27
These bronze full port, 3-way diversion valves feature ISO 5211 (F07) 4-bolt mounting for actuators and includes blow-out proof stainless steel stems with MPTFE stem packing and seats. The offer an adjustable packing gland (ASTM B16) with a stainless steel stop, locking latch lever, and nut and ball. The connections are NPT threaded and the retainer material is ASTM B584 C84400. The Apollo 77-648-27 is rated for both Gas and Liquids.
What's the Difference?
Here's quick summary of what these valves have in common and how they differ.
Apollo Ball Valve Series Comparison
Technical Reference Guide • Standard, 3-Way & Diversion Valves
| Specification | Apollo 70-600 Bronze NPT Threaded | Apollo 70-900 Bronze Soldered End | Apollo 76-600 Stainless Steel 3-Way | Apollo 77-648-27 Bronze Full Port Actuation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Body Material | Bronze | Bronze | Investment Cast Stainless Steel | Bronze |
| Valve Type | 2-Piece Housing / 2-Way *URL lists 3-way diversion layout | 2-Piece Housing / 3-Way Diversion | 3-Way | 3-Way Diversion |
| Port Type | Reduced / Standard Port | Standard Port | Full Port | Full Port |
| Connection Type | Threaded (NPT) | Soldered End | Threaded (FNPT) | Threaded (NPT) |
| Max Working Pressure | Standard Line Rating | 400 psig | 800 psig CWP | Standard Line Rating |
| Temperature Range | Standard Line Range | Up to 500°F | 0°F to 400°F | Standard Line Range |
| Ball Material | Chrome-plated B16 Brass | Chrome-plated B16 Brass | Stainless Steel | Stainless Steel |
| Stem & Nut Material | Blow-out proof B16 Brass stem & nut | Blow-out proof B16 Brass stem / Zinc nut | A276-316 Stainless Steel stem & nut | Blow-out proof Stainless Steel stem & nut |
| Key / Special Features | Retainer: B16 Brass (1/4"-1") or B584-C84400 (1.25"-2"); Yellow vinyl handle | Easy solder installation; works extremely well as a diversion valve | Meets NACE MR0175 & MR0103 sour gas standards | ISO 5211 (F07) 4-bolt actuator pad; locking latch lever |
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The Perfect Apollo 3 Way Valve
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