KFS Fire Safe Valves
KFS Fire Safe Valve™ Safety System
Operating Principle
The Fire Safe Oil Control System provides two spring-loaded, thermally actuated valves. In the event of a fire, these valves automatically close, stopping the flow of oil from the crankcase of the engine and from the reserve oil supply.
Benefits
- Lower insurance rates
- Protection in case of fire to equipment
- Protection of personnel
- Protection to environment
- Prevents oil supply from feeding a fire
Specifications
Materials of Construction
- Valve Body – Zinc Plated Carbon Steel (KFS) 316 Stainless Steel (KFS-SS)
- Spring – Stainless Steel (Inconel on 10-KFS)
- Valve Plunger – Carbon Steel (KFS) 316 Stainless Steel (KFS-SS)
- Seal Material – Fluorcarbon
- Thermal Fuse – Alloy Fuse Link (360°F Melting Temperature)
- Maximum Working Pressure – 70 psig (4.82 bar)
* Other construction materials and sizes available. Consult factory for options.
Process Connections
- 50-KFS = 1/2″ FNPT
- 75-KFS = 3/4″ FNPT
- 10-KFS = 1″ FNPT
- 125-KFS = 1-1/4″ FNPT
- 15-KFS = 1-1/2″ FNPT
- 20-KFS = 2″ FNPT
