This guide clarifies the naming conventions and key variants of industrial butterfly valves to aid in proper selection. It explains that terms like Wafer, Lug, Flanged, and Resilient Seated directly indicate critical design features such as connection type, sealing mechanism, and service capability.

The article details the specific applications of each type: compact Wafer valves for general use, Lug valves for dead-end service, Flanged valves for high-pressure systems, and Resilient Seated valves for bubble-tight shutoff. It provides a framework for specification by outlining four essential selection factors: connection type, offset design, seat material, and dead-end service needs.

Finally, it positions Tianjin Worlds Valve as a provider of ISO 9001-certified, customizable solutions across this full spectrum of butterfly valves for water, HVAC, chemical, and industrial applications.

As an ISO 9001-certified manufacturer and supplier, we specialize in providing reliable fluid control solutions. Our PTFE Lined Valves are manufactured with precision and can be customized (OEM/ODM) to meet specific pressure, temperature, and connection standards, ensuring perfect compatibility with your system.

The Stainless Steel Disc and EPDM Seat Wafer Butterfly Valve stands out as a premier choice for engineers and procurement specialists seeking a reliable, low-maintenance, and high-performance valve. Its robust construction, superior sealing, and design efficiency make it an indispensable component for ensuring leak-free and efficient flow control in a multitude of critical systems.

Selecting the right butterfly valve for your system is a crucial decision that can affect the performance and longevity of your piping network.

The Bare Shaft Double Flanged Butterfly Valve provides a fundamental and versatile flow control solution designed for seamless integration with any actuation system. Featuring an unfinished shaft extension and robust double-flanged construction, this valve serves as the ideal core component for customized automation across water, HVAC, and industrial processing applications.

​The Wafer Type Soft Rubber Lined Butterfly Valve provides an economical and efficient solution for water treatment, irrigation systems, and general industrial services where reliable bubble-tight sealing and minimal maintenance are essential. This valve features a resilient rubber-lined design that ensures excellent sealing performance while maintaining a compact and lightweight profile for easy installation between pipeline flanges.