PBM HLB65 Ball Valve Replacement Diameter 3 in. Stainless Steel

PBM HLB65 Ball Valve Replacement Ball – 3 in. Stainless Steel

The PBM HLB65 is a precision-engineered replacement ball designed for PBM 3-inch high-performance ball valves. Manufactured from high-grade stainless steel, this component is the central flow-control element for industrial and sanitary fluid handling systems. It is specifically designed to meet the rigorous demands of bioprocessing, chemical handling, and high-purity fluid transport, where maintaining a leak-tight seal and minimizing product holdup are critical for process integrity.

Technical Performance & Design

• Full-Port Geometry: Features a 3-inch full-bore design that ensures unrestricted flow and minimal pressure drop, allowing for efficient transport of high-viscosity fluids and slurries.
• Precision-Ground Surface: The ball is micro-polished to a high-luster finish, reducing friction against valve seats and extending the life of the sealing components.
• 316L Stainless Steel Construction: Typically fabricated from low-carbon 316L stainless steel, providing exceptional resistance to pitting, crevice corrosion, and aggressive cleaning agents (CIP/SIP).
• Self-Cleaning Design: Engineered to work with PBM’s Adjust-O-Seal® technology, which allows for in-line seat adjustment and minimizes the "dead space" where bacteria or contaminants can accumulate.

Product Specifications

• Part Number: HLB65 (Replacement Ball Component)
• Valve Size Compatibility: 3 in. (DN 80)
• Material: 316/316L Stainless Steel
• Port Type: Full Port (Unobstructed flow path)
• Connection Type: Designed for PBM Series 5, 8, or 9 Valve bodies (Verify specific series compatibility)
• Surface Finish: Sanitary grade (available in various Ra finishes)

Key Benefits & Applications

• Sanitary Fluid Control: Essential for biopharmaceutical and food-grade applications where the elimination of entrapment areas is required to prevent batch contamination.
• In-Line Maintenance: Allows for the restoration of valve performance without replacing the entire valve body, significantly reducing capital expenditure and system downtime.
• Corrosive Media Handling: The robust stainless steel metallurgy is ideal for organic acids, solvents, and salt solutions frequently encountered in chemical research and production.
• High-Cycle Reliability: Designed for long-term repeatability in automated systems, ensuring consistent shut-off performance even in high-frequency switching applications.

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