Product overviewThe BERMAD Flow Control and Pressure Reducing Valve IR-172-50-3W-XZt is a hydraulically operated, diaphragm-actuated control valve designed to limit system demand to a preset maximum, maintain a constant downstream pressure and respond to hydraulic shut-off commands. It is optimised for irrigation and field distribution systems.
Key features- Line-pressure driven hydraulic flow control to limit fill rate and prevent excessive consumer demand
- Maintains preset reduced downstream pressure for stable operation of irrigation networks
- Adjustable paddle-type hydro-mechanic flow pilot with no added head loss
- Easy flow and pressure setting across a wide adjustment range
Engineered design- Engineered composite construction for industrial-grade durability in agricultural environments
- On-site adaptability to a wide range of end connections
- Resistance to chemicals and cavitation for long service life
hYflow 'Y' valve body- "Look Through" design for minimal obstruction
- Ultra-high flow capacity with low pressure loss — suited to large field mains and filter station bypasses
Unitized Flexible Super Travel (FST) diaphragm and guided plug- Accurate, stable regulation with smooth closing action
- Requires low actuation pressure, reducing pilot energy needs
- Prevents diaphragm erosion and distortion for reliable field performance
- Simple in-line inspection and service to minimise downtime
Typical applications- Line fill-up control for irrigation mains
- Pressure reducing systems for distribution networks
- Multiple independent consumer systems and laterals
- Systems with varying supply pressure
- Mechanized irrigation systems and center pivots
- Filter stations and washdown lines
Additional features / options- M: Flow stem (excludes sizes 4"L, 6"R)
- 5: Plastic test point
- V3: Victaulic PVC adaptors 3"
- V4: Victaulic PVC adaptors 4"
Technical specifications- Model: IR-172-50-3W-XZt
- Series: 100 Series
- Operation: Hydraulically operated, diaphragm-actuated control valve
- Control types: 3-way control; hydraulic remote control; manual selector
- Flow pilot: Adjustable paddle-type hydro-mechanic flow pilot (no added head loss)
- Valve body: hYflow 'Y' "Look Through" design for ultra-high flow and low pressure loss
- Diaphragm: Unitized Flexible Super Travel (FST) diaphragm with guided plug
- Materials: Engineered composite — highly durable, chemical- and cavitation-resistant
- Primary applications: Irrigation field control heads, mechanized irrigation, filter stations
- Internal reference / barcode: 127455