Argus Inline Check Valves are designed to handle the toughest service conditions in oil and gas production. Our inline ball check valves are engineered and manufactured to deliver years of trouble-free service providing dependable one-way flow control where reliability is critical.
Inline ball check valves are a critical component in any flow system designed to provide effective positive shutoff and long-term performance in demanding production environments. Argus designs and manufactures these valves with stainless trim for media compatibility and low cracking pressure to reduce loss of flow.
✓ Metal-to-metal seating provides effective one-way control and positive shutoff
✓ Low cracking pressure reduces loss of flow and supports superior performance
✓ 316 stainless trim and full stainless internals support process/media compatibility
✓ Variable end connections available (including NPT, line pipe, and socket weld option noted)
✓ Available in NACE and low-temperature configurations
Standard Trim Materials
✓ Body: 316 Stainless Steel; 1018 Carbon Steel; A350-LF2 Carbon Steel (NACE/low-temperature notes apply)
✓ Ball: 316 Stainless Steel
✓ Cage: 316 Stainless Steel
✓ Spring: Inconel® X-750
✓ Seals: Viton/Fluorosilicon
Sizes
1/4″ through 2″
Pressure ratings Available
3,000; 3,705 (1500 ASME option); 6,000; 10,000 psi
Temperature Ranges (By Body Material)
✓ 316 SS: –20°F to +400°F (–29°C to +204°C)
✓ 1018 CS: +32°F to +400°F (0°C to +204°C)
✓ A350-LF2 CS: –50°F to +400°F (–46°C to +204°C)
End Connections
✓ 316 SS: 1/4″ to 1 1/4″ NPT; 1 1/2″ to 2″ line pipe
✓ 1018 CS: 1/4″ to 1 1/4″ NPT; 1 1/2″ to 2″ line pipe
✓ A350-LF2 CS: 1/4″ to 2″ NPT
✓ Socket weld end connections available (noted)
Standards/Designations
ABSA-CRN #0C2161.21; ASME B16.34; NACE MR0175 (noted)
Inline check valves are commonly installed in oil & gas flow systems to prevent backflow and maintain one-way control.
✓ Pump discharge lines (transfer, produced water, circulation)
✓ Chemical injection and dosing lines
✓ Wellhead and production skid piping
✓ Manifolds and multi-branch headers
✓ Bypass and recirculation loops
✓ Auxiliary compressor/gas handling lines
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