What is a MOV valve?

 

MOV Valve stands for Motor Operated Valve, referring to a valve driven by an electric actuator that can automatically open and close. It is widely used in water treatment and industrial automation applications.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Working Principle of MOV Valves

Components of Motor Operated Valves

1. Motor: Provides the torque for valve operation via electrical power.

2. Valve Body: Typically includes ball valves, butterfly valves, gate valves, globe valves, etc.

Advantages of MOV Valves

1. Automation and Intelligence

2. High Torque Output

3. Compatibility with Various Control Systems

4. Long Service Life and Low Maintenance Costs

 

Common Types of MOV Valves

MOV does not refer to a single valve type but is a collective term for a category of valve products.

Motorized Ball Valves: Fast opening/closing speed with exceptional sealing performance

Motorized Butterfly Valves: Suitable for large-diameter industrial pipelines

Motorized Gate Valves: Suitable for large-diameter water treatment pipelines

Motorized Globe Valves: Excellent regulating performance

All valves driven by electric actuators fall under the category of Motor Operated Valves.

Applications of MOV Valves

Water Treatment Systems

Central Heating and HVAC

Agricultural Irrigation and Home Gardening

Industrial Automation

Pump Stations and Water Purification Equipment

Petroleum and Chemical Industries

 

 

What is the difference between a MOV valve and a motorized valve?

There is no difference between the two.

MOV Valves are more commonly used in engineering projects and industrial control systems.

Motorized Valves are more frequently used in marketing and product descriptions for miniature motorized valves.

Both are motor-driven actuated valves.

 

Summary

Motor-operated valves are automated valves driven by electric motors, including ball valves, butterfly valves, gate valves, globe valves, and others.