Statement of Performance: Furon® CDV 2-Way ½ Inch Orifice Valve Reliability in 35% HCl

The Furon CDV 2-Way valves with a 1/2 inch orifice have been tested for reliability in 35 wt% hydrochloric acid (HCl) by an independent test lab using the protocol of a major US OEM manufacturer. 

Accelerated Life Test Method
Ten valves were assembled in a test manifold allowing parallel flow of 35% HCl through all valves (Figure 1). The valves were cycled approximately ten times per minute under 65 ± 5 psig inlet chemical pressure and actuator pressure of 80 psig. 
The acid was supplied to the valves using a double diaphragm pump drawing from a chemical reservoir. Cleanroom grade HCl was filtered through a 0.45 µm filter prior to entering the valve manifold. The acid was replenished every 400,000 cycles to ensure full chemical strength was maintained.

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

Furon CDV 2-Way Valves are ideal for semiconductor processes, high purity and corrosive chemical applications requiring a compact design and high flow rating. Furon CDV 2-Way valves are available in Pneumatic, Manual Toggle and Multi-Turn actuations.