Hollow Sphere Floating Ball Valve Ball

Why Choose a Hollow Sphere Floating Ball Valve Ball?

Reduce Component Weight Without Changing Valve Design

Compared with a solid valve ball, a hollow sphere design reduces the weight of the moving component. This can help lower operating torque requirements and improve handling during valve assembly, particularly in larger valve sizes.

Manufactured to Match Existing Valve Assemblies

Each valve ball is produced according to customer drawings, allowing direct compatibility with existing valve bodies, stems, and sealing components. This helps avoid redesigning the complete valve assembly when replacing or upgrading individual parts.

Material Selection Based on Service Conditions

Material recommendations can be matched to the working environment instead of using a single material for every project.

Surface Treatment Based on Operating Requirements

Different surface engineering options are available depending on the service environment.

Suitable for OEM and Replacement Projects

Whether developing a new valve model or replacing worn valve components, production is based entirely on customer drawings, allowing greater flexibility than standard catalog products.

Typical Applications

This product is commonly selected for projects requiring lightweight valve components and customized floating ball designs.

Typical applications include:

Municipal Water Supply Systems

Water Treatment Equipment

Industrial Water Pipelines

HVAC Water Systems

Low-Pressure Process Pipelines

General Industrial Fluid Control

OEM Floating Ball Valve Manufacturing

Valve Maintenance and Replacement Projects

Manufacturing Process

Every valve ball follows a standardized production process to ensure consistency from raw material to final inspection.

Production Workflow

Drawing Review

Raw Material Verification

CNC Turning

Hollow Sphere Machining

Precision Grinding

Surface Treatment (If Required)

Dimensional Inspection

Material Verification

Final Quality Inspection

Export Packaging

Each manufacturing stage is completed according to the customer's drawing requirements before shipment.

OEM & Procurement Information

Customization Options

Customization is available for:

Ball Diameter

Hollow Sphere Structure

Material Selection

Surface Treatment

Machining Dimensions

Drawing Revision Support

Sample Manufacturing

Manufacturing Capability

Production is supported by:

Multiple CNC Lathes

CNC Machining Centers

Precision Grinding Equipment

Annual production value:

RMB 80 Million

Quality Inspection

Available inspection equipment includes:

Coordinate Measuring Machine (CMM)

Roundness Tester

Hardness Tester

Tensile Testing Equipment

Surface Roughness Tester

Metallographic Laboratory

Desktop Spectrometer

Inspection reports can be supplied according to project requirements.

Order Information

MOQ

Determined according to drawing requirements and selected materials.

Sample Production

Prototype manufacturing is available before volume production.

Production Lead Time

Approximately 30 days after drawing confirmation.

Payment Terms

T/T

L/C

Long-Term Supply Agreements

Packaging & Shipping

Export Packaging

Products are packaged using the following procedure:

Individual anti-collision protective bag

Export carton

Wooden crate

This packaging method helps protect precision-machined surfaces during international transportation.

Shipping Options

Available shipping methods include:

Ocean Freight

Air Freight

Railway Transportation

Express Delivery

Trade terms such as FOB, CIF, and other negotiated shipping arrangements are available according to customer requirements.

Products are supplied to customers worldwide.

How to Request a Quotation

To receive an accurate quotation, buyers are recommended to provide:

Technical drawing or CAD file

Required material

Quantity

Surface treatment requirement

Application medium (water, chemical fluid, etc.)

Delivery schedule

Any special inspection or documentation requirements

Providing complete technical information helps shorten quotation time and confirms manufacturing feasibility before production.

Q1: Why choose a hollow sphere instead of a solid valve ball?

A hollow sphere reduces the overall weight of the valve ball, which can help lower operating torque and make assembly easier while maintaining the function required for low-pressure floating ball valves.

Q2: Can this product be manufactured according to our drawings?

Yes. Every Hollow Sphere Floating Ball Valve Ball is produced according to customer drawings and technical specifications.

Q3: Is this product suitable for high-pressure valves?

This product is primarily designed for water systems and low-pressure operating conditions. If your project involves medium- or high-pressure service, our engineering team can recommend a more suitable valve ball design.

Q4: Can different materials be selected for different water qualities?

Yes. Material recommendations can be made according to water quality, corrosion conditions, temperature, and project requirements.

Q5: Can replacement valve balls be manufactured?

Yes. Replacement components can be produced based on customer drawings or qualified samples to match existing valve assemblies.

Q6: What information is required before production?

We recommend providing product drawings, material requirements, quantity, application conditions, and any special inspection requirements before quotation.

Q7: Can inspection reports be supplied?

Yes. Inspection documentation can be provided according to project requirements, including material verification, dimensional inspection, hardness testing, and surface quality inspection.

Q8: What is the standard production lead time?

The standard production lead time is approximately 30 days after drawing approval and order confirmation.