Gate valves are designed for on/off control and are not recommended for flow regulation.

API 6A is the industry standard for wellhead equipment in the oil and gas sector.

A forged body offers greater strength compared to a cast body.

Slab gate valves are more straightforward than expanding gate valves and can handle higher pressures.

Expanding gate valves are utilized to provide a seal on both the upstream and downstream sealing surfaces.

There are two varieties of flange connections: 6B and 6BX.

The most frequent causes of valve failure are issues with the seat/seal and the root causes of scoring/galling.