Purple Valves
PRPLZ005
Plate Gate Valve
An API 6A plate (slab) gate valve delivering full-bore, high-pressure isolation for severe wellhead service.
Size1/4" to 2"Pressure2000 / 3000 / 5000 PSI rated working pressurePortFull boreBodySlab (plate) gate, full bore

This API 6A plate gate valve uses a slab gate to provide full-bore, bubble-tight isolation in the high-pressure environment of wellhead and Christmas-tree assemblies. The flat sealing plate rides between hardfaced seats to deliver reliable shut-off even in abrasive, solids-laden service, while the unobstructed bore minimises pressure drop and wear. Manufactured to API Spec 6A, it offers durable, dependable performance for oil and gas drilling and production isolation duty.
Specifications
Size Range
1/4" to 2"
Pressure Rating
2000 / 3000 / 5000 PSI rated working pressure
Temperature Range
-46C to 232C (-50F to 450F); API 6A temperature classification available
End Connections
Flanged API 6B / 6BX; threaded NPT (API 6A end and outlet connections)
Body Material
A216 WCB / A351 CF8M (AISI 4130 / 4140 alloy steel for sour service available)
Ball / Disc / Wedge Material
Hardfaced slab (plate) gate and seats
Seat Material
Hardfaced / tungsten carbide
Stem Material
A182 F6a / A182 F316 (alloy stem, hardfaced)
Port Type
Full bore
Body Style
Slab (plate) gate, full bore
Operation
Manual handwheel (gear/actuator optional)
Applications
Wellhead and Christmas-tree isolation, abrasive service, oil & gas drilling and production
Design Standard
API 6A
Testing Standard
API 6A (API 598 hydrostatic test procedures)
Key Features
- Slab gate for full-bore, bubble-tight isolation
- Hardfaced seats for abrasive, high-pressure service
- Unobstructed bore for low pressure drop
- API Spec 6A construction for severe wellhead duty
Options
- Gear or actuator operation
- Hardfaced or tungsten carbide trim upgrades
Standards & Certifications
- API 6A
- API Spec 6A monogram available
- PSL 1-3 / PR1-PR2 on request
Contact
Get in Touch
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- Phone1300 62 4020
- International+61-8-9377 0449
- Emailinfo@PRPL.com.au
- AddressPerth Warehouse
6/11 Guthrie Street, Osborne Park, WA 6017
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