What Is API 6A Slab Gate Valve?

What is API 6A standard for?

API Spec 6A is an International Standard that specifies requirements and gives recommendations for the performance, dimensional and functional interchangeability, design, materials, testing, inspection, welding, marking, handling, storing, shipment, purchasing, repair and remanufacture of wellhead and christmas tree equipment for use in the petroleum and natural gas industries. View important standards announcements of API, click here.

The API 6A Slab Gate Valve features a non-rising stem with a slab gate, full-bore thru-conduit design, floating slab gate and seats, floating seat ring body bushing design to provide safe dependable service. No special tools are needed to change gate and seat assembly. The stem pin protects the stem and internal parts from failure by shearing if the handwheel is over torque. One-piece gate helps to prevent line sediment from entering the body cavity and prevents pressure locks when the up stream pressure drops. A wide range of body and trim materials to meet various operating conditions.