Mako Ball Valves

Stainless Steel vs Carbon Steel

While comparing ball valve options, it is important to assess industry and environment in which they will be used, as well as the factors that could affect their productivity:

Benefits of Stainless Steel Ball Valves

• Corrosion resistant - Added chromium in these valves helps them to avoid damage from corrosion
• Higher and wider working temperature range
• Harder metal means they are more resilient to physical damage in tough environments
• Longer life cycle - more costly up front, but often saves money over the long run.

Benefits of Carbon Steel Ball Valves

• Carbon is more cost-efficient than stainless steel for smaller budgets.
• These valves are better for shorter term installations where corrosion is less of an environmental factor
• Carbon is much stronger than brass alternatives

Locking Handles

Locking Handle ball valve options offered by Mako Products Include:

• 2017KS series
• 1000S series
• 2006HLC series
• 2006HLS series
• 2006C-ISO series
• 2006S-ISO series
• 3600C series
• 3600S series
• 6000C series
• 6000S series
• 10000S series

Isolator Valves

Mako isolator valves provide a rational flow system. They are typical maintenance and safety purpose valves to be used in applications where they're generally left open so the handler can control flow when needed.

Common Isolator Valve Applications

• Pipeline Safety Systems
• Residential Plumbing Systems
• Oil and Gas Wells
• Firewater Control

Fire Safe Ball Valves

• Delrin seats and thrust washers
• Floating balls
• NACE MR-0175 Compliant
• Fire Safe Approved per API 607 5th Ed.
• Blow-out proof stems
• Available in 3,600 PSI and 6,000 PSI options

After considering the benefits and options available, we are confident you will find that ball valves supplied by Mako Products will increase your fluid or gas flow efficiencies, work harder under harsh temperature and environmental conditions, have a longer life cycle, and be an overall cost-saving solution. Contact us today!