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valve - what causes a leak

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godel123

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hi
1-corrosion.
2-errosion.
3?
 
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1- corrosion
2- erosion
3- worn seats
4- seal or packing failure
5- poor casting of body or bonnet (Cast valves)
6- stress crack in body or bonnet (Forged valves)
7- loose packing gland nut

prognosis: Lead or Lag
 
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is greasing affects the leaking?
 
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ALL THIS PLUS HIGH SPEED FLOW MAY ALSO AFFECTED
 
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