What is a Pressure Reducing Valve? Working Principle and Applications
In any pipeline system, controlling pressure is extremely important for safety, efficiency, and equipment protection. High pressure can damage pipelines, cause leakage, increase maintenance costs, and shorten the life of equipment. To solve this problem, Pressure Reducing Valves (PRVs) are used. These valves automatically reduce high inlet pressure to a stable and safe outlet pressure, ensuring smooth operation of the downstream system. PRVs are widely used in water supply networks, steam systems, compressed air lines, gas pipelines, irrigation systems, and industrial plants where stable pressure control is essential. What is a Pressure Reducing Valve? A Pressure Reducing Valve (PRV) is a self-operating control valve designed to maintain a constant downstream pressure regardless of variations in upstream pressure or flow demand. The valve does not require electricity or external power; it operates automatically using internal mechanical components such as springs, diaphragms...