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Experts, currently, whether it’s Adco or Festo, the air pressure reducing valves with filters available have a maximum diameter of DN25; there are no models with a DN50 diameter available. Why are pressure reducing valves without filters not used for pipes larger than DN50? Is it to prevent explosions?
Reduction valves with filters are not commonly found in pipes larger than DN50; this is not due to concerns about explosions, but rather relates to practical application requirements and design standards. Here are the possible reasons: 1. Flow demand: Pipes with a larger diameter of DN50 or more generally require higher gas flow rates, and pressure regulators equipped with filters often cannot meet such high flow demands. To meet the demand for high-volume gas supply, other types of pressure regulators may be required. 2. Design standards: In some industries and applications, the design standards for pipes larger than DN50 may not require or specify the use of pressure-reducing valves with filters. Therefore, the manufacturer may not produce products of this specification. 3. System layout: When designing a gas supply system, the purification requirements of the gas source can be met by installing separate filters, without having to rely on pressure reducing valves. This design is more flexible and free, allowing the selection of an appropriate filter based on actual needs. In summary, pressure regulators equipped with filters are not commonly found in pipes larger than DN50; this is not due to concerns about explosions, but rather because of factors such as flow requirements, design standards, and system layout. .