15mm Ball Float Valves

Float balls are typically manufactured from 304 stainless steel, the most common grade, or 316 stainless steel for enhanced corrosion resistance in chemical or saltwater environments. Both grades offer durability far exceeding plastic alternatives and can withstand high-pressure, high-temperature, and corrosive conditions found in industrial float valve applications.

Yes, float balls can be custom-manufactured with internally mounted magnets for precise level detection, along with custom threads, fittings, hooks, or through tubes. These modifications allow the float to interface directly with sensors, rods, or measurement devices, making them adaptable to specialized 15mm ball float valve and level-monitoring systems.

Round float balls are available from 1-1/2" up to 14" in diameter, while oblong floats come in sizes such as 2 x 6", 3 x 5", 7 x 12", and 9 x 14", each with corresponding thread specifications like 1/4-20 or 3/4" NPT. Custom sizes outside standard offerings can also be manufactured on request.

Yes, pressure testing equipment is used to verify each float ball meets customer-specified pressure requirements before shipment. This ensures reliable operation in demanding environments such as vacuum tanks, steam traps, and high-pressure chemical processing systems where float integrity is critical for safe, consistent performance.

Float balls are offered in three standard finishes: matte, which is unfinished with a visible weld ring; brushed, featuring a polished smooth weld seam; and fully polished, providing a mirror-like finish. The finish choice depends on aesthetic preference and the application's sanitary or corrosion-resistance requirements.

Float balls connect to the valve mechanism via threaded connections, hooks, through tubes, or magnetic sensing depending on the valve design. The float's buoyancy drives a lever, rod, or magnetic switch that opens or closes the 15mm valve seat, making proper thread size and fitting selection essential for correct operation.