{"id":10208,"date":"2025-01-24T15:19:11","date_gmt":"2025-01-24T12:19:11","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/valve.tr\/how-control-valves-work-where-are-they-used\/"},"modified":"2025-05-20T11:45:47","modified_gmt":"2025-05-20T08:45:47","slug":"how-control-valves-work-where-are-they-used","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/valve.tr\/en\/how-control-valves-work-where-are-they-used\/","title":{"rendered":"How Control Valves Work, Where Are They Used?"},"content":{"rendered":" \n

Control valves are critical components used to control the flow, pressure or temperature of fluids (liquid, gas or steam) in a given system. They are widely used in many areas from industrial plants to power plants. In this article, we will examine the working principles and usage areas of control valves in detail. <\/p> \n \n

What is a Control Valve?<\/h2> \n \n

A control valve is a device designed to regulate the flow rate, pressure or temperature of fluid in a system. Valves are usually operated via an actuator (pneumatic, electric or hydraulic) and work in an integrated manner with automation systems. <\/p> \n \n

Working Principle of Control Valves<\/h2> \n \n

The basic operating principle of control valves is based on receiving a signal and changing the opening (valve position) of the valve. This change regulates the flow rate, pressure or temperature of the fluid. In the following steps you can better understand the working principle of the control valve: <\/p> \n\r\n

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  1. Input Signal: The control valve receives a signal from a control system. This signal is usually an electrical signal in the range 4-20 mA or a pneumatic pressure. <\/li> \n\r\n\r\n \n
  2. Actuator Movement: The incoming signal is transmitted to the actuator which moves the valve. The actuator determines the degree to which the valve opens or closes. <\/li> \n\r\n\r\n \n
  3. Fluid Control: A change in the position of the valve regulates the flow rate, pressure or temperature of the fluid. This is usually controlled by a sensor and feedback mechanism. <\/li> \n<\/ol>\r\n \n

    Control Valve Types<\/h2> \n \n

    There are various types of control valves suitable for different applications. The most common are the following: <\/p> \n\r\n