Overview
The OVC 256FT ball valve is a high-quality industrial valve manufactured by Ohio Valve Company. With a 3/8″ WCB 2000 WOG rating, this ball valve is durable and reliable for various industrial applications. Made of carbon steel with a WOG rating of 2000 psi, these valves are durable and reliable for various industrial applications. This ball valve is built for precision flow control in demanding environments including plumbing, hydraulic systems, and pneumatic operations.
Key Features
- 3/8″ port size with female NPT threads
- ASTM A216 Grade WCB carbon steel construction, suitable for temperatures between -20°F and 800°F
- 2000 PSI (Pounds per Square Inch) WOG (Water, Oil, Gas) rating, indicating maximum working pressure at ambient temperature for these specific media
- Full port design for unrestricted flow
- Rotating ball mechanism with 90-degree handle operation for simple open/close control
- Manual hand lever operation
Technical Specifications
The OVC 256FT delivers consistent performance across diverse industrial piping systems:
- Port Size: 3/8″
- Connection Type: Female NPT (National Pipe Taper)
- Pressure Rating: 2000 WOG (2000 PSI)
- Body Material: Carbon Steel (ASTM A216 WCB)
- Temperature Range: -20°F to 800°F
- Port Design: Full Port
- Operation: Manual hand lever, 90° ball rotation
- Media Compatibility: Water, Oil, Gas
Typical Applications
WOG ball valves are versatile options for various industrial applications because of their multi-media compatibility. The OVC 256FT is commonly deployed in:
- Industrial plumbing systems requiring reliable isolation and control
- Hydraulic power transmission lines
- Pneumatic compressed air systems
- Oil and gas handling equipment
- Machine shop and manufacturing equipment
- Process control systems
Compatibility & Replacements
Compatible With
- Standard NPT threaded piping systems (female connections)
- Industrial hydraulic systems rated 2000 PSI or lower
- Compressed air and pneumatic equipment
- Water and oil handling networks
- Systems requiring ASTM A216 WCB carbon steel construction
Replaces / Drop-In Replacement For
- OVC model 256FT (direct match)
- Equivalent 3/8″ WCB 2000 WOG full port ball valves with female NPT connections
- Other Ohio Valve Company models in this pressure class and port size
Works With
- Standard NPT (National Pipe Taper) compatible piping
- Industrial hydraulic fluid media
- Compressed air systems up to 2000 PSI
- Water and mineral oil applications
- Systems requiring ASME/ANSI pressure-rated components
