KSB Cast Alloy Steel Gate Valve Class 150/300/600 WC6

A217 WC6 (1.25Cr-0.5Mo) for high-temperature steam up to 593°C. API 600, IBR.

Alloy Steel WC6Class 150, 300, 600NPS 2–24IBR

Specifications

ParameterSpecification
SeriesSICCA 150-600 GTC
Body MaterialA217 WC6 (1.25Cr-0.5Mo)
Pressure ClassClass 150, 300, 600
Size RangeNPS 2–24
Max Temperature593°C (1100°F)
Max Pressure103 bar
Design StandardAPI 600
End ConnectionsFlanged, Butt Weld
ConstructionBolted bonnet, flexible wedge
Trim / SealingStellite/Stellite (Trim 5)
✓ IBR✓ API 600

Material & Applications

Why Alloy Steel WC6: WC6 (1.25% Cr, 0.5% Mo) provides creep and oxidation resistance above 425°C. Standard upgrade from WCB. Must be normalised and tempered.

Typical applications: Main steam lines, superheated steam, power plant HP/IP, high-temperature process piping.

Pressure/Temperature Ratings

RatingPressure at Temperature
Cl 30052 bar @ 38°C42 bar @ 316°C35 bar @ 427°C7 bar @ 593°C
Cl 600103 bar @ 38°C83 bar @ 316°C70 bar @ 427°C13 bar @ 593°C

Alloy Steel WC6 Gate Valve FAQs

When WC6 instead of WCB?
When operating temperature exceeds 425°C. WCB graphitizes above this. WC6 extends to 593°C.

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