Ring Damped Valve

High-Speed Compressor Valve

The Ring Damped Valve is a new breed of plate valve for high-speed reciprocating compressors. It lasts longer and reduces energy costs by up to 10% compared to conventional valves.

Ring Damped Valve - open, top view
Ring Damped Valve - exploded view

Advantages

  • Higher lift increases flow, cuts energy usage by an average of 10%
  • Damping ring reduces impact forces for longer valve life
  • Precision-engineered springs ensure timely closing
  • Standard threaded washer facilitates valve installation and removal
  • Maximum flow is achieved through optimum combination of port row widths and pitch circles
  • Reinforced plate material protects against impact fatigue
  • Heavy-duty springs withstand high speeds and lifts up to 0.150 inch (3.8 mm)
  • Superior materials provide high resistance to corrosion and wear

Typical Applications

High-speed, short-stroke gas compressors in:

Worldwide Technical Support

Cook Compression service centers offer dedicated support for Ring Damped Valves, ensuring that your repair and reconditioning needs are met with superior service.

Our state-of-the-art manufacturing operations are equipped to handle both large and custom orders, while assuring short lead times.

Related Case Studies

Ring Damped Valve upgrade

Ring Damped Valves Cut Expenses, Save Energy

At a gas processing facility in Texas, roughly half of the OEM valves in the first-stage cylinders had to be repaired or replaced every year. With the Ring Damped Valve, Cook has been able to extend service life and reduce valve-related expenses for the operator.
MMSCFd usage reduction with Ring Damped Valve upgrade

Ring Damped Valve Saves Thousands in Energy Costs for Gas Gathering Facility

The quest for greater energy efficiency motivated a U.S. gas gathering facility to replace its compressor valves with Ring Damped Valves. Analysis of the data revealed substantial benefits in valve flow and energy usage.
Impact level reduction with Ring Damped Valve upgrade

Gas Storage Facility Sets New Records for Valve Performance and Reliability

When compared to traditional aftermarket plate valves in the second-stage cylinder of a reciprocating compressor working at 896 rpm to process gas of 95% CO2, Ring Damped Valves showed 11% higher flow (MMSCFD) and lower impact levels – resulting in improved economic performance and longer valve life.