Reliability in 37% HCl for the Furon® UPX 3-Way ¾ Inch Orifice Valve Statement of Performance

The Furon UPX 3-Way Valves with a 3/4 inch orifice have been tested for reliability in 37 wt% hydrochloric acid (HCl) by an independent test lab using the protocol of a major US OEM manufacturer. 

Accelerated Life Test Method
Eight UPX3-F1212 valves were assembled in a manifold (valve set A on Figure 1) allowing parallel flow paths through each set of 8 valves. Valves were cycled between the two outlet ports every 3 seconds with an actuator pressure of 80 psig. 
HCl delivery pressure to the valves was maintained at 80 psig where Cleanroom grade HCl was used. The acid was single-pass filtered through a 0.45µm filter prior to the valve manifold and it was replenished regularly to insure full chemical strength was maintained.

Read the complete Statement of Performance for test details and results.

Furon UPX 3-Way Valves are suitable for use in all chemicals, including concentrated HF and HCl. They are designed with a double diaphragm containment with standard leak detection port. Furon UPX, 3-Way valves are available in Pneumatic and Manual actuations.