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How to Choose the Right High-Pressure Valves for Thermal Power Plant

Jul. 24, 2025

High-pressure valves are critical components in thermal power plants, responsible for regulating and controlling the flow of high-temperature and high-pressure steam and fluids. Choosing the right valves not only ensures operational safety and reliability but also improves overall plant efficiency. This article, featuring Yuanda Valves’ premium products, provides a comprehensive guide to selecting high-pressure valves suitable for thermal power applications.


Key Requirements for High-Pressure Valves in Thermal Power Plants

Thermal power plants operate under demanding conditions, requiring valves to meet the following essential criteria:

  • High Temperature and Pressure Resistance: Valves must withstand severe steam pressures and temperatures, typically ranging from Class 150 up to Class 2500 ratings.

  • Reliable Sealing: Preventing steam leakage is vital to ensure safety and maintain system integrity.

  • Corrosion and Wear Resistance: Valve materials need to resist corrosion from impurities and withstand wear caused by high-velocity steam.

  • Smooth and Stable Operation: Valves should respond quickly and support automation for precise control.


How to Select the Right High-Pressure Valve?

1. Choose Valve Type According to Service Conditions

Yuanda Valves offers a wide range of high-pressure valves designed specifically for thermal power applications:

  • High-Pressure Gate Valves: Minimal flow resistance and suitable for on/off service, commonly used in main steam lines.

  • High-Pressure Globe Valves: Excellent throttling capabilities for precise flow regulation.

  • High-Pressure Ball Valves: Compact design and superior sealing, ideal for emergency shutoff and frequent operation.

  • High-Pressure Butterfly Valves: Lightweight and easy to install, often used in auxiliary systems.


2. Select Appropriate Materials

Common materials for high-pressure thermal power valves include stainless steel, alloy steel, and chrome-molybdenum steel, chosen for their strength and corrosion resistance. Yuanda Valves manufactures valves from premium materials that meet ASME and API standards to ensure durability.


3. Focus on Sealing and Actuation

Seals are made from high-temperature resistant materials such as flexible graphite packing or metal-to-metal seals to prevent leakage. Yuanda’s valves are compatible with electric and pneumatic actuators for reliable automated operation.


4. Ensure Compliance with Industry Standards

Selecting valves certified to API 6D, ASME B16.34, ISO 9001 and other international standards guarantees quality and safety. Yuanda Valves strictly follows these standards in design and production.


Advantages of Choosing Yuanda Valves for Thermal Power Applications

  • Comprehensive Product Range: Including high-pressure gate, globe, ball, and butterfly valves tailored to diverse pipeline requirements.

  • Advanced Sealing Technologies: Ensuring long-lasting leak-free performance.

  • Premium Materials: Offering excellent resistance to heat and corrosion.

  • Automation-Ready: Compatible with various actuator types for seamless integration into control systems.

  • Strong After-Sales Support: Providing technical assistance and prompt service to maintain uninterrupted plant operation.


Explore our full range of high-pressure valves and customization services at Yuanda Valves. Partner with us to build safer, more efficient thermal power plant systems.