Protects from water hammer effects in the pipeline system, in situations such as column separation, deep well pumping and rapid filling of mains.

The NS mechanism is suitable for A.R.I combination air valve models: D-010HF, D-012HF, D-060HF, D-060-CHF, D-062HF and kinetic air valve models: K-010HF, K-060HF, K-062HF.

In 2", 3", 4", 6", 8" diameter.

It is suitable for PN-16 and PN-25



Operation in Deep Well Pumping:

In a deep well, the long suction pipe in the well shaft is full of air. As water is pumped rapidly up the suction pipe, air is forced through the pump air valve in great velocity. If the air valve were to slam shut suddenly, by the approaching water, instantly reducing velocity to 0, it could cause a severe water hammer or surge. The kinetic element of the "Non Slam" air valve shuts in two stages, slowing down the air discharge during the second stage, thus, dissipating the air pocket slowly. The slowly dissipated air pocket cushions the closing of the second stage, as water approaches the float, thus preventing the local water hammer or surge.

Operation under column separation situation:

Column separation can occur due to changes in flow condition or/and drainage of the pipe line. The water column will split at an apex point creating a vacuum cavity. After some time the sub-atmospheric pressure pulls the separated water columns back, and they collide. The collision creates a water hammer wave that can burst the pipe.

If the "Non Slam" Air Valve is mounted on the pipe at his apex point it will prevent this water hammer from occurring:

1. When column separation occurs the large orifice introduces large quantities of air into the vacuum bubble and reduces the sub-atmospheric pressure.

2. When the water columns change direction and start moving back towards collision, air is exhausted rapidly through the air Valve, creating a differential pressure higher than 1.0 meter across the Air Valve orifice.

3. The "Non Slam", first stage, partially closes the air outlet, allowing only a slow discharge of the air entrapped in the pipe. This air pocket dampens the velocity of the approaching water columns, and acts as a shock absorber that prevents water hammer.

Ordering:

Upon ordering, please specify: model, size, working pressure, threads/flanges standard and type of liquid.

More information:

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