A butterfly valve in a Wärtsilä 34 engine is typically used to control the flow of air, fuel, or exhaust gases in various systems, such as the air intake system, the exhaust gas system, or even in the cooling or fuel supply systems. The butterfly valve is a quarter-turn valve that uses a rotating disc (shaped like a butterfly) to regulate the flow of fluids or gases. It is efficient and compact, making it ideal for controlling airflow in engines like the Wärtsilä 34.
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The butterfly valve can be used in the air intake to control the volume of air entering the engine. This is particularly important in systems where the engine needs to adjust airflow dynamically, like during load changes, or in systems that are part of an engine control mechanism, such as variable valve timing or turbocharging control.
In some engines, a butterfly valve is part of the EGR (Exhaust Gas Recirculation) system, where it regulates the flow of exhaust gases that are recirculated back into the combustion chamber to reduce NOx emissions. The valve controls how much exhaust gas is mixed with the fresh intake air.
A butterfly valve may also be used in the turbocharger system to regulate the flow of exhaust gases going to the turbocharger. This is part of surge control in a turbo system, allowing the engine to bypass the turbo in certain conditions or manage excessive pressure.
In some cases, butterfly valves are used in the cooling water circuit to regulate flow in heat exchangers, ensuring that the engine’s temperature stays within optimal limits.
Butterfly valves are generally low-maintenance, with fewer parts that can wear compared to other types of valves, which makes them popular in industrial and marine applications like the Wärtsilä 34 engine.
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| HS-code | 8409 9900 |
| Net Weight | 0 |
| Item No. | 207992 |
| Customer code | 10009393 |
| Item category | Wartsila L32, 34 SG |
