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Technical Data for:

HBE Recirculation Valves


Automatic Recirculation Valves
One Step Centrifugal HPM Series
Pump Minimum Flow
Protection

ENGINEERING Inc.
205 Portage Avenue, Three Rivers, MI 49093 USA
Phone: 616-279-2035 Fax: 616-278-6745
Centrifugal Pumps Require Protection
If you use centrifugal pumps for any process flow removes the generated heat High specific speed pumps have power
liquid-boiler feed water, condensate, or from the pump. The temperature curves which rise as the flow reduces.
process fluids, a significant investment increases as the flow through the pump If adequate flow is not maintained,
has been made in the pump, driver and is reduced. Frictional and hydraulic motor overload will result.
related controls. Minimum flow losses generate heat, while the quantity
protection is vital upon pump start up of fluid to which this heat is transmitted
and low demand conditions. If reliable is reduced. The rise in temperature Internal recirculation occurs
within this operating area
protection does not exist, the following results in the formation of vapor. The
unfavorable effects can interfere with the elevated temperature / vapor pressure of H-Q
Curv
e
performance and reliable operation of the liquid results in problems ranging
the pump. from damaged seals and bearings to

Head
complete failure of the rotating element.
The liquids temperature will rise due to
friction and hydraulic losses within the Internal recirculation within the pump,
pump. Figure 2a illustrates the often termed incipient recirculation, can
Capacity
temperature rise in relationship to the cause a form of cavitation leading to
Minimum Flow
H-Q curve. The curve indicates that at or impeller damage. Internal recirculation for Thermal
Protection Minimum Flow
near the best efficiency point, the is illustrated in Figures 2b and 2c. for Stable
Operation
temperature rise is minimal and not
significant to the pump operation. The Figure 2b

Pumping Temperature: 250F Specific Gravity: 0.943


2200 40
Entering Flow
2000 35
H-Q
Cur
ve Recirculating Flow
1800 30
Temperature Rise (F)

1600 25
Total Head (ft.)

1400 20

1200 15

1000 10

800 5
Temperature Ris
e
600 0

400

0 100 200 300 400 500 600 700


Capacity (GPM)
Pump impeller section illustrating
Typical characteristic curve of a multistage centrifugal pump the recirculation of liquid at the inlet
illustrating temperature rise versus capacity. during operation at low flows.

Figure 2a Figure 2c

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Minumum Flow Protection Methods
Centrifugal pumps can be protected by Instrument Controlled System HBE Automatic Recirculating
one of three methods: Recirculating occurs only when the Valves
process flow demand drops below the The automatic recirculating valve
Continuous Recirculating System required minimum flow rate. Instrument performs all flow sensing, bypass
The desired minimum flow volume is controlled systems eliminate the pressure reduction, reverse flow
recirculated regardless of the system inefficient and costly to operate constant protection and modulating recirculating
demand for fluid. Fixed orifices reduce recirculating systems. However, the flow in an integral three port valve. The
the pressure before discharging. necessary system components; check valve performs the same function of an
Continuous recirculating provides valve, flow meter, pressure reducing instrumented system without the
reliable pump protection, however, it is valve and related piping result in a multitude of components, piping
very inefficient and costly. The pump considerable expense to purchase, connections and system design expense.
and driver must be sized to allow for the install and maintain. See Figure 3b. The valve is flow operated and does not
additional flow that is recirculating even require any air or electricity to operate.
when the flow demand rate exceeds the See Figure 3c.
required minimum flow. See
Figure 3a.

To
Process
To To
Process Process

Mainline
Control
Valve
Mainline Mainline
Control Fluid Control Fluid
Valve Source Valve Source
Breakdown
Orifice HBE Engineering
Combination
Recirculation and Fluid
Bypass Pressure Source
Bypass Check Valve
Breakdown Orifice Anti-Flash
Control
Valve
Valve Solenoid
Valve
FIC

Mainline Mainline
Check Check Flow
Valve Valve Meter
Pump Pump Pump

Continuous Recirculation System Conventional Multi-Component System HBE Engineering System


(very wasteful of energy) (many components to install and maintain) (simple, energy efficient and reliable)

Figure 3a Figure 3b Figure 3c

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HBE HPM Automatic Recirculation Valve
ANSI Class 600-2500
Introduction pressure reduction, pulsation dampener bypass is completely open, recirculating
The HPM Series Automatic and bypass line check valve, the valve the necessary minimum flow. Once
Recirculation Valve was developed for eliminates at least seven components process demand starts, the spring loaded
high pressure centrifugal pump necessary with a conventional system. disc is lifted and held in position by flow
protection. Popular applications include The valve operates without air or electric demand. Until main flow demand
boiler feed water, petroleum fluids, and power and is easily installed with three exceeds recommended minimum flow,
steel mill hot strip descale water. connections. the valve will modulate. As the main
flow demand increases beyond
The HPM provides economical and Principle of Operation recommended minimum flow, the bypass
reliable protection against low and The valve is installed on or close to the will close and all flow will go to the
reverse flow. By combining the functions pump discharge, just as an ordinary process.
of main line check valve, flow sensing check valve would be. Upon pump start-
element, bypass flow control, bypass up and without process demand, the

One ValveMany Functions


The HPM Series Automatic Recirculation Valve is the one
valve that provides at least five essential functions.
4 Following are those functions:

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1. Check Valve Disc prevents reverse flow and positions
2 3 the bypass for open, closed or modulating flow by
detecting the process flow demand.
2. Bypass modulates open when main flow demand falls
below the recommended minimum pump flow. Multiple
stage pressure reduction prevents flashing/cavitation.
3. Flow Straightener eliminates turbulent discharge. Fluid
exits valve as a spray rather than a jet. Reduces erosive
wear on downstream piping.
4. Integral Pulsation Dampener protects system from
waterhammer if sudden changes in flow demand occur.
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5. Integral Check Valve in bypass prevents reverse flow
when bypass is routed into a common return line.

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Materials of Construction
02

03
Pos. Description Material Specification
01 Lower Body A105 Carbon Steel ASME A 105
26
02 Upper Body A105 Carbon Steel ASME A 105
03 Valve Stem Guide A105 Carbon Steel ASME A 105 28
04 Guide Bolt 416 Stainless Steel ASTM A 582
04
06 Spring 302 Stainless Steel AISI 302
07 Check Valve 416 Stainless Steel ASTM A 582 30
08 Liner 304 Stainless Steel ASTM A 276
09 Bypass Branch A105 Carbon Steel ASME A 105 08

10 Vortex Housing 416 Stainless Steel ASTM A 582


07
11 Control Head 416 Stainless Steel ASTM A 582
12 Vortex Plug 431 Stainless Steel MIL-S-18732D
06
13 Lever 431 Stainless Steel MIL-S-18732D
14 Pivot Pin 316 Stainless Steel AISI 316
01
15 Vortex Bushing 431 Stainless Steel MIL-S-18732D
16 Piston 431 Stainless Steel MIL-S-18732D
21 Vortex Plate 416 Stainless Steel ASTM A 582 03
23 Flow Straightener 431 Stainless Steel MIL-S-18732D
25 Guide Pin 316 Stainless Steel AISI 316
26 Stud A193-B7 Steel ASTM A 193-B7
27 Stud A193-B7 Steel ASTM A 193-B7
28 Hex Nut A194-2H Steel ASTM A 194-2H
HPM 600 lb.-2500 lb.
29 Hex Nut A194-2H Steel ASTM A 194-2H
34
30 O-Ring + 34.1 11 16 25 31 29 27 36 09
31 O-Ring +
32 O-Ring +
33 O-Ring +
33.1 Glyd-Ring Filled PTFE
34 O-Ring +
34.1 Glyd-Ring Filled PTFE
35 O-Ring +
35.1 Glyd-Ring Filled PTFE
36 O-Ring +
>>> Recommended spare parts.
Provided as "complete bypass assembly".
+ Application Dependent
33 35
For other body materials available, contact 13 14 21 33.1 35.1 15 11 32 12 10 23
HBE with your service conditions.
HPM 600 lb.-2500 lb. Bypass Detail
Pos. Description Material Specification
25 36
10 Bypass Bushing 416 Stainless Steel ASTM A582
11 Control Head 416 Stainless Steel ASTM A582
13 Lever 416 Stainless Steel ASTM A582
14 Pivot Pin 316 Stainless Steel AISI 316
15 Crank Arm 416 Stainless Steel ASTM A582
16 Control Brushing 416 Stainless Steel ASTM A582
23 Flow Straightener 431 Stainless Steel MIL-S-18732D
25 Guide Pin 316 Stainless Steel AISI 316
27 Stud A193-B7 Steel ASTM A-193-B7
29 Hex Nut A194-2H Steel ASTM A-194-2H
30 O-Ring +
31 O-Ring +
36 O-Ring + 13 14 15 16 11 31 10 23

>>> Recommended spare parts.


Provided as "complete bypass assembly". LPM 150 lb.-300 lb. Bypass Detail
+ Application Dependent
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Dimensions, Weights S
L

and Flow Ratings H

Valve Size Max. Main Flow Max. Bypass Flow Weight Dimensions
Bypass
Max. Cv
L L H H S S
Main Bypass ANSI GPM M3h GPM M3h Lbs. Kg.
(in) (mm) (in) (mm) (in) (mm)

150 2.9 42 17 7-7/8 200 2-5/16 75 6-1/8 155


300 2.9 70 32 101/4 260 3-9/16 90 7-1/2 190
1-1/2 1 600 150 34 60 14 1.3 70 32 101/4 260 3-9/16 90 7-1/2 190
900 1.1 70 32 11-13/16 300 4-516 110 7-7/8 200
1500 0.9 95 43 12-3/16 310 4-3/4 120 8-7/16 215

150 3.7 59 27 9-1/16 230 3-9/16 90 6-7/16 163


300 3.7 90 41 11-13/16 300 4-1/2 115 7-5/16 185
2 1 600 220 50 60 14 2.7 106 48 11-13/16 300 4-5/16 110 7-5/8 193
900 1.7 106 48 13-3/8 340 5-1/8 130 8 203
1500 1.6 130 59 13-3/4 350 5-1/8 130 9-3/16 233

150 6.8 92 41 11-7/16 290 4-5/16 110 6-7/8 174


300 6.8 132 59 13-3/8 340 4-15/16 125 7-13/16 199
2-1/2 1-1/2 600 330 75 150 34 3.5 152 68 13-3/8 340 4-15/16 125 8-11/16 220
900 2.6 152 68 14-15/16 380 5-1/2 140 9-1/16 230
1500 2.4 196 88 15-3/4 400 5-11/16 145 9-13/16 250

150 10.1 114 51 12-3/16 310 4-1/2 115 7-13/16 200


300 10.1 163 73 14-15/16 380 5-1/2 140 8-11/16 220
3 1-1/2 600 500 114 150 34 5.2 185 83 14-15/16 380 5-1/2 140 9-7/16 240
900 4 185 83 16-1/8 410 5-7/8 150 9-13/16 250
1500 3.5 268 121 17-11/16 450 6-1/2 165 10-13/16 275

150 12.3 178 80 13-3/4 350 4-15/16 125 8-5/16 211


300 12.3 246 111 16-15/16 430 6-1/8 155 9-7/16 240
4 2 600 900 204 250 57 8.5 277 125 16-15/16 430 6-1/8 155 10-1/2 266
900 5.6 277 125 17-11/16 450 6-5/16 160 11 280
1500 5.2 431 200 20-1/2 520 7-1/2 190 11-13/16 300

150 21.7 268 121 15-3/4 400 5-5/16 135 10-1/2 266
300 21.7 400 180 19-11/16 500 6-7/8 175 11-7/16 290
5 2-1/2 600 1100 250 400 91 11 455 205 19-11/16 500 6-7/8 175 12-3/16 310
900 9.5 455 205 20-11/16 525 7-5/16 185 12-3/16 310
1500 6.5 638 287 25-9/16 650 9-1/4 235 13-7/16 341

150 31 398 179 18-7/8 480 6-1/2 165 12-1/2 318


300 31 601 270 21-5/8 550 7-1/2 190 12-5/8 320
6 3 600 2000 454 550 125 14 636 286 21-5/8 550 7-1/2 190 13-3/16 335
900 12 636 286 23-1/16 585 7-7/8 200 13-3/4 350
1500 10 977 440 27-9/16 700 9-13/16 250 15-15/16 405

150 51 774 348 23-5/8 600 7-7/8 200 15 381


300 51 1027 462 25-9/16 650 8-7/16 215 15-13/16 402
8 4 600 3300 749 900 204 22 1102 496 25-9/16 650 8-7/16 215 15-15/16 405
900 20 1102 496 26-9/16 675 8-7/8 225 15-15/16 405
1500 16 1727 783 33-7/16 850 11-5/8 295 18-11/16 475

150 86 1355 615 28-3/4 730 9-7/16 240 19-1/2 495


300 86 1571 712 30-1/2 775 10-1/4 260 20-1/4 515
10 6 600 4400 999 1230 279 35 1813 822 31-1/2 800 10-5/8 270 20-1/2 520
900 25 1885 855 31-1/2 800 10-5/8 270 20-1/2 520
1500 22 2825 1281 38-3/8 975 13 330 22-7/16 568

150 116 2825 1281 33-7/16 850 11 280 20-7/8 530


300 116 3265 1481 35-1/2 902 11-13/16 300 21-11/16 551
12 6 600 6600 1498 1900 431 55 3771 1710 41-3/8 1051 14-3/16 360 25-9/16 649
900 35 3920 1778 41-3/8 1051 14-13/16 360 25-9/16 649
1500 30 5876 2665 45-1/4 1149 15-3/4 400 27-9/16 700

Flow ratings are based on 60 F water with specific gravity of 1.


Contact HBE for 2500 lb. valve data and applications with flows higher than 12" rating.
Dimensions 1/8". Dimensions are the same for Flanged and BWE.

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Start Up Internals
One of the most common means of valve provide continuous flow during start up
damage is start up debris. Regardless of and flush out any debris.
how clean the system is, weld pearls,
wear ring particles and other items seem The internals are field
to end up inside control valve internals adjustable if flow changes
and damage seating surfaces enough to are required.
cause premature leakage.
After completion of start up
Take the risk out of start up operations the internals are easily
by using start up bypass internals. These removed and replaced with
factory installed internals take the place operating internals.
Start Up Internal Detail
of the standard operating internals and

Pump Run Out Protection


Normally pump protection valves are flow reaches the maximum desired flow
limited to minimum flow protection; rate. At full lift the orifice holes in the
however, severe damage can occur to the body insert and disc
pump and driver by exceeding the line up stopping
intended operating range of the pump. additional flow.

Damage due to excessive flow can be Maximum flow


eliminated by designing a Maxi-Flow protection prevents
as an addition to the standard minimum exceeding the steam
flow valve. drum desired water
level if the drum level
Excessive flow protection is achieved by control valve failed
installing an insert with a row of orifice open in boiler feed
holes into the main valve body. During service. For process
normal main flow operation the fluid fluids and sea water in
passes through the holes with a minimal which pipe corrosion
pressure head loss. In addition a special is a concern the
disc is provided which has a sleeve maximum flow
around the diameter with a row of orifice protection provides
holes. run out protection if
piping leaks occur from
Run Out Protection Detail
The disc is at full lift when the forward corrosion.

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How to Order and Specify
The centrifugal pump shall be protected by the HPM Model Valve design will incorporate a radial split body spring assisted
automatic recirculation valve which is completely self- check valve disc and multi-stage vortex plug bypass assembly.
contained and fully automatic via flow activation. Materials of construction will consist of a A-105 forged carbon
steel body housing with stainless steel internals. If service
The valve protects the pump from reverse flow and prevents conditions dictate other materials are available such as stainless
overheating during low process demands. steel, low temperature steel and other alloys.

The valve will be designed to operate without flashing or


Operation of the valve bypass will be modulating so the sum
cavitation occurring during bypass operation. Any necessary
of the main and bypass flow will never be less than the
accessories such as orifices or anti-flash valves will be provided
minimum flow requirement of the pump.
by HBE to prevent flashing or cavitation in the bypass piping.

Required Application Valve Model Legend


Data HPM-24-150-XXXX

Main Flow
Minimum ______ GPM (m3/hr) Model Designation
LPM - Low pressure modulating
Maximum ______ GPM (m3/hr) Quote/Order
automatic recirculating valve
Normal ______ GPM (m3/hr) with forged body housing. File Number
Minimum Pump Flow ______ GPM (m3/hr) 150 and 300 lb. ANSI Class.
HPM - High pressure modulating
automatic recirculating valve
Pump Discharger Pressure @ with forged body housing.
Normal Flow ______ PSIG (kpa) Pressure
600, 900, 1500 and 2500 lb. Class Code
Bypass flow ______ PSIG (kpa) ANSI Class. 015 = 150
Shut off ______ PSIG (kpa) 030 = 300
Size Code 060 = 600
04 = 1" 20 = 5" 090 = 900
Bypass Backpressure ______ PSIG (kpa) 06 = 1.5" 24 = 6" 150 = 1500
08 = 2" 32 = 8" 250 = 2500
Temperature 12 = 3" 40 = 10"
Normal ______ F (C) 16 = 4" 48 = 12"
Maximum ______ F (C)
Liquid The example translated is an HPM model, 6 - 1500 lb. flanged
* Specific Gravity ______
valve with an HBE file locator number. A written description
* Vapor Pressure ______ psia
* Viscosity ______ centipoise of the material of construction and end connections follows this
(* if other than water) model number.

ENGINEERING Inc.
205 Portage Avenue, Three Rivers, MI 49093 USA
8 Phone: 616-279-2035 Fax: 616-278-6745
ENGINEERING Inc. Technical Data
Anti-Flash Valve
Usage Applications Installation
The HBE Anti-Flash Valve Model AFV Applications which require Anti-Flash The Anti-Flash Valve is a wafer design
is provided specifically to eliminate Valves include boiler feed, condensate, and is installed between flanges of the
damage to the recirculation valve and and certain process fluids which bypass bypass piping size and ANSI rating.
bypass piping from flashing and to a low or negative pressure vessel. Installed adjacent to the return vessel
cavitation. Modulating recirculation valves can the Anti-Flash Valve will assure
run partially open for extended periods protection of the entire bypass system.
How It Works of time during low process demands.
The Anti-Flash Valve functions as a The Anti-Flash Valve provides back
variable orifice to assure the pressure pressure lost from reduced piping
of the downstream liquid does not fall friction and assures a flashing/
below the vapor pressure after exiting cavitation condition does not occur.
the recirculation valve.

Typical Installation
4 Return 4
Vessel

Size Return Pipe for 15


ft./sec. or Less Velocity
1 Use Long Radius Bends
2 3 for Return Piping

1 1
2 3

1. Pressure Gauge (Optional)


Common Return Individual 2. Check Valve (Not Required for HPM Valves)
System for 2 or Return 3. Isolation Valve
More Valves 4. Anti-Flash Valve

AFV-Rev-6/02
Materials of Construction and Dimensions
Pos. Qty. Description Material Dimensions (mm)
01 1 Body A105 Carbon Steel AFV A B
02 1 Guide Bushing 416 Stainless Steel Size In. (mm) In. (mm)

03 1 O-Ring (Application Dependent)


2 3.62 (91.95) 4 (101.6)

03.1 1 Glyd-Ring Filled PTFE 3 5.00 (127) 6 (152.4)

04 1 Seat Bushing 416 Stainless Steel 4 6.19 (157.2) 6 (152.4)

05 1 Disk 416 Stainless Steel 6 8.5 (215.9) 10 (254)

06 1 Spring 302 Stainless Steel


02 09 10 08 12 01 07
07 1 Flow Straightener 431 Stainless Steel

08 1 O-Ring (Application Dependent)

Serrated-Spiral Finish
09 1 Wear Ring Filled PTFE

Both Ends
10 1 Snap Ring 300 Series Stainless
Steel A
11 1 Insert 316 Stainless Steel

12 1 O-Ring (Application Dependent)

06 03 03.1 05 04 11 08

HBE Anti-Flash Valve

How the Anti-Flash Valve Works


When the inlet
pressure reaches
the set point, the AFV Sealing
disk will slide back Surface
compressing the spring

Inlet Outlet Inlet Outlet


Flow Flow Flow Flow

AFV Closed AFV Modulating AFV Fully Open


No Recirculation Flow Partial Recirculation Flow Full Recirculation Flow

ENGINEERING Inc.
205 Portage Avenue, Three Rivers, MI 49093 USA
Phone: 269-279-2035 Fax: 269-278-6745
HP3M0602
ENGINEERING Inc. Technical Data
Multiple Stage Orifice
Usage position. The fluid is directed into a Applications
The multiple stage orifice Model MSO vortex flow across multiple stages In general, any high pressure fixed flow
is provided for high pressure reduction which progressively reduces the requirement. Specific examples
applications which require accurate pressure. The multiple stages result in include: centrifugal pump minimum
flow volume with quiet operation the fluid not falling below vapor flow protection, warm up lines, strainer
without flashing or cavitation. pressure. The outlet of the orifice is a blow off and control valve bypass.
multi hole flow straightener, which
How It Works directs the fluid as a laminar spray,
The orifice operates similarly to many preventing damage to downstream
high pressure drop control valves piping.
except it operates in a fixed open

Typical Installations
To To
Process Process

Control Start Up Control Start Up


Valve Orifice Valve Orifice

Block
Valve
Automatic
Recirculation Fluid
Valve Warm Up Source
Warm Up Orifice
Orifice Fluid
Source Minimum Flow
Block Anti-Flash Bypass Pressure
Valve Valve Breakdown Orifice

Mainline
Check
Valve
Pump Pump

MSO Rev-6/02
Materials of Construction and Dimensions
Pos. Qty. Description Material
01 1 Body A105 Carbon Steel

10 1 Vortex Housing 416 Stainless Steel 24 17 01 20 19 31 32 18 10 36 23

17 1 Orifice Bushing 416 Stainless Steel

18 1 Vortex Insert 431 Stainless Steel

19 1 Linkage 416 Stainless Steel

20 1 Pin 316 Stainless Steel

23 1 Flow Straightener 431 Stainless Steel

24 1 Snap Ring 316 Stainless Steel

31 1 O-Ring (Application Dependent)

32 1 O-Ring (Application Dependent)

36 1 O-Ring (Application Dependent)

Serrated-Spiral Finish
Size L

Both Ends
1" 5"

1-1/2" 6-1/2"

2" 7-1/2"

2-1/2" 8-1/2" L
3" 10-1/2"

4" 12-1/2"
HBE Multiple Stage Orifice
6" 18-1/8"

Contact HBE for larger sizes.

Required Application Data


Fluid ____________________________ Temperature ____________________________
Inlet Pressure ____________________________ Piping Size & Rating ____________________________
Outlet Pressure ____________________________ Flow Required ____________________________

ENGINEERING Inc.
205 Portage Avenue, Three Rivers, MI 49093 USA
Phone: 269-279-2035 Fax: 269-278-6745
HP3M0602

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