Introduction Waukesha Cherry-Burrell
®
Brand W60/W80 Valves
Page 10 95-03022 02/2020
Operating Parameters Temperature Range
The recommended operating temperature is determined by the
material used for the seals.
No special precautions are required for applications within a tem-
perature range of 32°F to 180°F (0°C to 82°C).
For applications above 190°F (88°C), clearances can be affected
by excessive thermal expansion when the valve is installed in
compact fabrications or manifolds. Valve bodies have thicker
cross-sections than tubing, but thermal expansion can affect
clearances in interconnecting piping sections.
If operating below 32°F (0°C):
• Control air must have an appropriately low dew point.
• Valve stems must be protected from icing to ensure long
working life for valve stem seals.
Solenoid valves may not be used in the control module in room
environments below 32°F (0°C) and over 140°F (60°C), as func
-
tion cannot be guaranteed.
Seal Compatibility
Contact SPX FLOW Application Engineering for other fluid
compatibility.
FKM and EPDM seals comply with FDA regulations.
Table 1: Seal Compatibility for FKM/EPDM Seals
Fluorelastomer
(FKM) Seals
EPDM Seals
Thermal
Range of
Application
32°F to 375°F
(0°C to 190°C)
0°F to 275°F
(-18°C to 135°C)
Chemical
Resistance
Silicone oil and
grease
Silicone oil and
grease
Ozone, aging and
weather resistant
Ozone, aging and
weather resistant
Oils and fats Hot water and steam
up to 275°F (135°C)
Aliphatic, chlorinated
and aromatic
hydrocarbons
Many organic and
inorganic acids
Cleaning agents, soda
and potassium alkalis
Many polar solvents
(alcohols, ketones,
esters)
Not
compatible
with
Superheated steam Mineral oil products
(oils, greases and
fuels)
Formic and acetic
acids
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