Pneumatic Knife Gate Valve
Pneumatic Knife Gate Valve Manufacturer
MVS offers high-performance Pneumatic Knife Gate Valves designed for applications that demand automated control with reliable shut-off in fluid and semi-solid handling systems. These valves are available in wafer, lugged, and flanged end connections, suitable for size ranges from 50 mm to 600 mm, with larger sizes available upon request. Built for Class 150 pressure ratings, these valves are engineered to perform in industries like wastewater treatment, pulp and paper, mining, and chemical processing where automation, durability, and sealing integrity are critical.
Our Pneumatic Knife Gate Valve is manufactured with optional metal or resilient seat arrangements and is offered in both unidirectional and bidirectional configurations depending on system requirements. The valve’s operation is powered primarily by a pneumatic cylinder in double-acting mode, with optional electric or hydraulic actuation based on the desired control method. Designed to operate efficiently in temperature conditions ranging from −29°C to 425°C, the valve delivers consistent performance across a broad spectrum of processing environments.
At MVS, we manufacture a complete range of Cast ductile iron unidirectional pneumatic knife gate valve semi lug type and Cast ductile iron unidirectional pneumatic knife gate valve full lug type, ideal for general flow isolation tasks in corrosive and semi-solid media. For industries requiring greater corrosion resistance and longer service life, we offer Carbon steel unidirectional pneumatic knife gate valve semi lug type and Carbon steel unidirectional pneumatic knife gate valve full lug type, alongside Stainless steel unidirectional pneumatic knife gate valve semi lug type and stainless steel unidirectional pneumatic knife gate valve full lug type configurations.
To meet more demanding process conditions, our material range includes ss 304 cf8 unidirectional pneumatic knife gate valve semi lug type, ss 316 cf8m unidirectional pneumatic knife gate valve full lug type, as well as duplex steel unidirectional pneumatic knife gate valve semi lug type and super duplex steel unidirectional pneumatic knife gate valve full lug type, making sure mechanical integrity under high pressure, aggressive chemicals, and extreme temperature applications.
Engineered as per international quality standards, MVS Pneumatic Knife Gate Valves offer smooth automation, minimal maintenance, and excellent sealing performance. With their rugged construction, reliable actuation, and extensive material availability, they are a preferred solution for clients looking for precision control and operational efficiency in challenging industrial setups.
Specification
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Available Sizes | DN 50 to DN 1600 (2″ to 64″) |
| Face-to-Face | As per MSS-SP81 standards |
| Flange Standards | EN 1092-1 PN10/16, ASME B16.5/47, JIS, BS, AS |
| Pressure Rating | Class 150# |
| Temperature Limits | −29°C to 425°C (depending on material selection) |
| Actuation Method | Pneumatic cylinder (Double-acting), Optional electric, manual |
| Leakage Rating | EN 12266-1 Rate A (Bubble-tight) |
| Application Media | Sludge, slurry, dry powder, biomass, pulp, wastewater |
Material of Construction
| Body | SS EN 1.4408 / DI EN 5.3105 | Duplex SS, 254 SMO, Hastelloy, Titanium |
| Gate | SS EN 1.4301 / 1.4404 | Duplex SS, Hardened, 254 SMO, Titanium |
| Retainer Ring | SS or DI based on body material | Special alloys on request |
| Seat | EPDM, NBR, Viton, PTFE | Metal seat, FDA-grade PTFE, Polyurethane |
| Packing | TwinPack (PTFE & scrapers) | Graphite, WhitePack, reinforced scrapers |
| Top Works | Aluminium with SS tie rods (up to 40″) | Fully stainless construction for larger sizes |
| Flanges | EN, ASME, JIS, BS compliant | Custom flange patterns available |
Application Industries

Crude Oil & Natural Gas Industry

Chemical & Petrochemical Industry

Water & Wastewater Treatment

Nuclear & Thermal Power Generation

Food & Beverage Industry

Pharmaceutical & Biotechnology

Pulp & Paper Industry

Mining & Mineral Processing

Marine & Shipbuilding

HVAC & Building Services

Automotive & Paint Chemical Manufacturing

Environmental & Bio Gas Renewable Energy

Steel & Metal Processing

Fertilizer Plants, Polymer Production

Cosmetics & Personal Care

Cement & Construction

Chlor-Alkali Industry

Mineral Acids Industry
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Pneumatic Knife Gate Valve
Frequently Asked Questions
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What is a pneumatic knife gate valve and how does it work?
A knife gate valve supplied as a complete actuated assembly, with a double-acting pneumatic cylinder mounted on the yoke driving the gate. Air pressure pushes the sharpened gate across the flow, shearing through slurry, powder or fibre, and retracts it to open. Cylinder size is selected for the line pressure and media so there is enough thrust to cut through the solids — not merely enough to move the gate in clean water.
Which body, gate and seat materials are available?
Body in SS EN 1.4408 or ductile iron EN 5.3105, with duplex stainless, 254 SMO, Hastelloy and titanium available. Gate in SS EN 1.4301 or 1.4404, with duplex, hardened, 254 SMO and titanium options. Seat in EPDM, NBR, Viton or PTFE, with metal seat, FDA-grade PTFE and polyurethane available. Packing is TwinPack (PTFE with scrapers), or graphite, WhitePack and reinforced scrapers. Top works in aluminium with stainless tie rods up to 40″, fully stainless above.
What size, pressure rating, temperature and standards apply?
DN 50 to DN 1600 (2″ to 64″) at Class 150#, with temperature limits of −29 °C to 425 °C depending on material selection. Face-to-face per MSS-SP-81, flanges to EN 1092-1 PN10/16, ASME B16.5/47, JIS, BS or AS. Leakage rating EN 12266-1 Rate A (bubble-tight). Actuation is a double-acting pneumatic cylinder, with electric and manual options.
Which media is it used for?
Sludge, slurry, dry powder, biomass, pulp and wastewater. These are exactly the streams that pack into a conventional valve seat — the sharpened gate shears through them and the soft seat has no pocket to clog. Typical plants are pulp and paper, mining and minerals, wastewater treatment, biomass and power station ash handling.
Are you a manufacturer, and what are your minimum order quantity and customization options?
MVS is a manufacturer — building valves at its own works since 1978, ISO 9001:2015 certified — and exports across several continents. The minimum order quantity is 20 pieces. Solenoid valves, limit switches, speed controls, custom flange patterns, exotic alloy bodies and fully stainless top works are built to order.





