Oil Sampling Valves & Fittings for Pressurized & Non-Pressurized Application
VJ Engineering Solutions Sdn. Bhd. is the authorized Agent of CheckFluid, USA for the country of Malaysia, Singapore & Brunei
Why Use Oil Sampling Valves
For years companies have used oil analysis to determine the health and condition of their equipment. Most recognize the value of using oil analysis to avoid unplanned equipment downtime and for planning oil changes. However, most companies are not getting the most out of their oil analysis program because they do not understand the importance of proper oil sampling.
Oil samples are the important first step in any oil analysis program. Without one, the lab would have nothing to analyze. The aim of any predictive oil analysis program is to trend any gradual changes in fluid properties, contaminants and wear debris so that corrective action can be started in a controlled, planned manner. The results from your sample will determine if corrective actions need to be taken. An improper sample can skew these results, producing either costly false negatives or false positives. Ultimately those improper samples can cause an oil analysis program to be abandoned.
A proper sample represents the true condition of the equipment. It’s taken while the equipment is running and it is taken from the same spot every time.
Sampling valves are the best method for obtaining proper, reliable oil samples. They make it possible to take oil samples safely, while the equipment is running, from the same spot, every time. This means that oil samples can be taken at any time since shutdowns are no longer necessary. Sampling, while the equipment is running, ensures that the sample is a direct representation of the equipment’s condition. Additionally, the oil sample is coming from the same spot in the active zone every time, away from the sediment and filters. Meaning that the sample pulled will contain hot, information-rich oil that can be trended against previous samples to show the condition of your equipment.
Choosing the right Sampling Valves
Different types of equipment require different types of sampling valves. Our range of sampling valves and tubes to cover the needs of both non/low-pressure and pressurized systems.
Pressurized System Sampling Valves for Engines, Hydraulics, Compressors, Turbine, Transmission and other types of Pressurized Applications:
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LP Pushbutton
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KP Pushbutton
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KST Series
Non-Pressurized System Sampling Valves for Gearbox, Reservoirs, Gear Reducers, Pumps, Bearing, Axles and other Non-Pressurized Applications:
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LT Sampling Tube
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LTJ Sampling Tube
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AD Drain Mount
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AB Breather Mount
LP Pushbutton Sampling Valve (for Gearbox, Reservoirs, Filter Cart Pumps, Bearing, Coolant)
The LP Series allows you to sample low-pressure systems with a push of a button. It’s ideal for sampling high viscosity oils 5 psi to 125 psi. Also ideal for lower viscosity oils at very low return line pressures approximately 5 to 50 psi. For lower viscosity oils at a higher sampling pressures, consider KP Series Pushbutton
Advantages:
- No probes needed
- Low purge volume
- Patented elastomeric vacuum tight seals
- Automatic valve shutoff
- Extra high flow for pressurized high viscosity gear oils up to VG 1000 or low-pressure, low-temperature applications
- Sampling range of 3 – 125 psi
Features:
- Unique 360º rotating spout offers convenient sampling and installation without swivel fittings
- Push button style valve: push to open valve, release to automatically close valve
- Weather sleeve
- Rugged spout design with easy to grip knurled cap
- Variety of thread options for direct installation
- Corrosion resistant stainless steel chain and clip with no exposed springs
KP Pushbutton Sampling Valve (for Hydraulics, Engines, Compressors, Transmissions, Coolant, Turbines)
The KP Pushbutton allows for easy sampling of pressurized systems by pushing a button. The push button style eliminates the need for probes and cross-contamination risks. To sample, hold the bottle under the spout of the button and then push.
Advantages:
- No probes needed
- Low purge volume
- Patented elastomeric vacuum tight seals
- Automatic valve shutoff
- Remote access available
- Sampling range of 5 – 750 psi
Features:
- Unique 360º rotating spout offers convenient sampling and installation without swivel fittings
- Push button style valve: push to open valve, release to automatically close valve
- Weather sleeve
- Rugged spout design with easy to grip knurled cap
- Variety of thread options for direct installation
- Corrosion resistant stainless steel chain and clip with no exposed springs
KST Series Sampling Valve (for Hydraulics, Engines, Compressors, Transmissions, Coolant, Turbines)
The KST Series sampling valve provides quick samples using a standard needle probe. Hundreds of thousands of low and high pressurized systems worldwide use the KST’s rugged O-Ring sealed valve. Tested for 1 million cycles, to deliver reliable samples in a leak-free environment.
Advantages:
- Low purge volume
- Patented elastomeric vacuum tight seals
- Automatic valve shutoff
- Dynamic sampling up to 4000 psi (27.6 MPa)
- Can be used for pressure testing
- Sampling range of 5 – 4000 psi (Note: pressures greater than 750 psi are probe dependent
Features:
- 2mm probe style valve
- Variety of thread sizes for direct installation
- Rugged style valve
- Corrosion resistant stainless steel chain and clip
LT Sampling Valve (for Gearbox & Reservoirs)
Eliminate the safety risk of inserting flexible plastic tubing into equipment with the LT High Flow Series. The LT’s stainless tubing can be cut/bent and installed to draw active oil. Sample from the same active zone every time, eliminating the inaccuracies of sampling too close to the bottom or sides.
Advantages:
- Samples up to 7x faster than the B16x2 series
- Zinc-nickel based corrosion protection offers 5 – 7x more life than industry standard
- Sample without shutting the equipment down
- Sampling range 0 – 125 psi
Features:
- High flow flushface valve designed to be able to sample high viscosity gear oils up to VG 1500
- Sampling tube draws only oil from the active zone
- Variety of port threads for direct installation
- Stainless steel chain and clip with no exposed springs
LTJ Sampling Valve (for Gearbox & Reservoirs)
The LP Series allows you to sample low-pressure systems with a push of a button. It’s ideal for sampling high viscosity oils 5 psi to 125 psi. Also ideal for lower viscosity oils at very low return line pressures approximately 5 to 50 psi. For lower viscosity oils at a higher sampling pressures, consider KP Series Pushbutton
Advantages:
- No probes needed
- Low purge volume
- Patented elastomeric vacuum tight seals
- Automatic valve shutoff
- Extra high flow for pressurized high viscosity gear oils up to VG 1000 or low-pressure, low-temperature applications
- Sampling range of 3 – 125 psi
Features:
- Unique 360º rotating spout offers convenient sampling and installation without swivel fittings
- Push button style valve: push to open valve, release to automatically close valve
- Weather sleeve
- Rugged spout design with easy to grip knurled cap
- Variety of thread options for direct installation
- Corrosion resistant stainless steel chain and clip with no exposed springs