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Pneumatic Ball Valve – DA & SR NC/NO, Stainless Steel, Brass & GGG40, DN8–DN200, ATEX

The pneumatic ball valve – also called a ball valve with pneumatic actuator, air-operated ball valve, compressed-air ball valve or pneumatically actuated ball valve – combines the 90° shut-off action of a ball valve with a compressed-air quarter-turn actuator for sub-second switching times, fail-safe emergency isolation and ATEX suitability in hazardous areas. FERGO stocks 393 pneumatic ball valves: nominal sizes DN8 to DN200, connections: threaded, flanged (PN10/16/25/40) and weld-end. Body materials: stainless steel 1.4408, brass CW617N, carbon steel WCB and ductile iron GGG40. Designs: 2-way and 3-way (L-/T-bore).

All pneumatically actuated ball valves are supplied fully assembled and function-tested: ball valve + quarter-turn actuator + ISO 5211 direct coupling. Operating pressure: 4–8 bar compressed air. Actuator housing: anodised aluminium, ATEX II 2GDc to EU Directive 2014/34/EU. NAMUR interface to VDI/VDE 3845 for direct solenoid valve mounting. Check media compatibility: FERGO resistance check tool.

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Female Thread Ball Valve 1/2 inch Stainless Steel Double-Acting Pneumatic Actuator KH154
Product number
100-1114-04-DA
The Ball Valve is a compact shut-off valve designed for safe, rapid and tight-sealing operations. Specification: 1/2 inch, Female Thread, Threaded, ISO 228. Materials and seals: Body & ball made of Stainless Steel CF8M (1.4408); Ball: TFM 1600. Actuation and features: Double-Acting Pneumatic Actuator. Approvals and standards: TA-Luft, ATEX, AD2000-A4. The full or reduced bore allows for fast switching operations and a tight-sealing shut-off. Suitable for industrial plants, mechanical engineering, water and air lines, process media, and safe shut-off in piping systems.
Nominal width :
DN15 - 1/2'' inch
Connection :
Female thread
Design :
2 ways
Ball seal:
TFM 1600 (PTFE)
Material ball :
Stainless steel (1.4408)
Body:
Stainless Steel
Price €109.18
€129.92 incl. VAT
Delivery Time: 2–5 Working Days
Available: In Stock
Ball Valve 1 inch Stainless Steel Double-Acting Pneumatic Actuator KH113
Product number
100-1020-06-DA
The Ball Valve is a compact shut-off valve designed for safe, fast and tight-sealing operations. Specifications: 1 inch, PN63, Female Thread, Threaded. Materials and seals: Body / ball / shaft made of Stainless Steel (SS316) (CF8M); ballPTFEe + 15% glass fibre. Actuation and features: Double-Acting Pneumatic Actuator. Operating data: Max. operating pressure 63 bar. The full or reduced bore allows for fast switching operations and a tight-sealing shut-off. Suitable for industrial plants, mechanical engineering, water and air lines, process media, and safe shut-off in piping systems.
Nominal width :
DN25 - 1'' inch
Connection :
Female thread
Design :
2 ways
Ball seal:
PTFE+15% glass fiber
Material ball :
Stainless steel (1.4408)
Body:
Stainless Steel
Price €110.18
€131.11 incl. VAT
Delivery Time: 2–5 Working Days
Available: In Stock
Ball Valve 1/4 inch Stainless Steel Double-Acting Pneumatic Actuator KH113
Ball Valve 1/4 inch Stainless Steel Double-Acting Pneumatic Actuator KH113
Product number
100-1020-02-DA
The Ball Valve is a compact shut-off valve designed for safe, fast and tight-sealing operations. Specifications: 1/4 inch, PN63, Female Thread, Threaded. Materials and seals: Body / ball / shaft made of Stainless Steel (SS316) (CF8M); seal made of PTFE + 15% glass fibre. Actuation and features: Double-Acting Pneumatic Actuator. Operating data: Max. operating pressure 63 bar. The full or reduced bore allows for fast switching operations and a tight-sealing shut-off. Suitable for industrial plants, mechanical engineering, water and air lines, process media, and safe shut-off in piping systems.
Nominal width :
DN8- 1/4'' inch
Connection :
Female thread
Design :
2 ways
Ball seal:
PTFE+15% glass fiber
Material ball :
Stainless steel (1.4408)
Body:
Stainless Steel
Price €89.58
€106.60 incl. VAT
Delivery Time: 2–5 Working Days
Available: In Stock
3-Way Ball Valve 3/4 inch Stainless Steel L bore Double-Acting Pneumatic Actuator KL103
Product number
101-1002-05-DA
The Ball Valve is a compact shut-off valve designed for safe, rapid and tight-sealing operations. Specification: 3/4 inch, Female Thread. Materials and seals: Body & ball made of 1.4408; seal PTFE + 15% GF. Actuation and features: Double-Acting Pneumatic Actuator. Operating data: 63 bar. Further features: 3/4-inch 3-Way Ball Valve, Pneumatic, L-bore design; reduced bore; Female Thread in accordance with ISO 7 -1 (EN 10226-1). The full or reduced bore enables fast switching operations and a tight-sealing shut-off.
Nominal width :
DN20 - 3/4'' inch
Connection :
Female thread
Design :
3 ways
Ball seal:
PTFE+15% glass fiber
Bore:
L
Material ball :
Stainless steel (1.4408)
Price €128.96
€153.46 incl. VAT
Delivery Time: 2–5 Working Days
Available: In Stock
Ball Valve 2 inch Stainless Steel Double-Acting Pneumatic Actuator KH113
Product number
100-1020-09-DA
The Ball Valve is a compact shut-off valve designed for safe, fast and tight-sealing operations. Specification: 2-inch, PN63, Female Thread, Threaded. Materials and seals: The ball and stem are made of high-quality SS316 Stainless Steel (CF8M); seal with 15% glass fibre ensures a long service life. Actuation and features: Double-Acting Pneumatic Actuator. The full or reduced bore allows for rapid switching operations and a tight-sealing shut-off. Suitable for industrial plants, mechanical engineering, water and air lines, process media, and safe shut-off in piping systems.
Nominal width :
DN50 - 2'' inch
Connection :
Female thread
Design :
2 ways
Ball seal:
PTFE+15% glass fiber
Material ball :
Stainless steel (1.4408)
Body:
Stainless Steel
Price €210.62
€250.64 incl. VAT
Delivery Time: 2–5 Working Days
Available: In Stock
Female Thread Ball Valve 1 inch Brass Double-Acting Pneumatic Actuator KH105
Product number
100-1036-06-DA
The Ball Valve is a compact shut-off valve designed for safe, rapid and tight-sealing operations. Size: 1 inch. Materials and seals: Body and ball made of CW617N Brass. Actuation and features: Double-Acting Pneumatic Actuator. Approvals and standards: WRAS. Operating data: 25 bar. Further features: 1-inch Brass Ball Valve with Pneumatic Actuator; connection in accordance with ISO 7 /1 F-F; flange plate in accordance with ISO 5211; ball seal: PTFE + FKM. The full or reduced bore allows for rapid switching operations and a tight-sealing shut-off.
Nominal width :
DN25 - 1'' inch
Connection :
Female thread
Design :
2 ways
Ball seal:
PTFE + FKM
Body:
Brass
Material ball :
Brass, chrome-plated
Price €99.82
€118.79 incl. VAT
Delivery Time: 2–5 Working Days
Available: In Stock
Ball Valve 1 1/4 inch Stainless Steel Double-Acting Pneumatic Actuator KH113
Product number
100-1020-07-DA
The Ball Valve is a compact shut-off valve designed for safe, fast and tight-sealing operations. Specification: 1/4 inch, Female Thread. Materials and seals: Body / ball / shaft made of Stainless Steel (SS316) (CF8M); seal made of PTFE + 15% glass fibre. Actuation and features: Double-Acting Pneumatic Actuator. Operating data: Max. operating pressure 63 bar. The full or reduced bore allows for fast switching operations and a tight-sealing shut-off. Suitable for industrial plants, mechanical engineering, water and air lines, process media, and safe shut-off in piping systems.
Nominal width :
DN32 - 1 1/4'' inch
Connection :
Female thread
Design :
2 ways
Ball seal:
PTFE+15% glass fiber
Material ball :
Stainless steel (1.4408)
Body:
Stainless Steel
Price €136.22
€162.10 incl. VAT
Delivery Time: 2–5 Working Days
Available: In Stock
Ball Valve 1 1/2 inch Stainless Steel Double-Acting Pneumatic Actuator KH113
Product number
100-1020-08-DA
The Ball Valve is a compact shut-off valve designed for safe, fast and tight-sealing operations. Specifications: 1/2 inch, PN63, Female Thread, Threaded. Materials and seals: Body / ball / shaft made of Stainless Steel (SS316) (CF8M); ballPTFEe + 15% glass fibre. Actuation and features: Double-Acting Pneumatic Actuator. Operating data: Max. operating pressure 63 bar. The full or reduced bore allows for rapid switching operations and a tight-sealing shut-off. Suitable for industrial plants, mechanical engineering, water and air lines, process media, and safe shut-off in piping systems.
Nominal width :
DN40 - 1 1/2'' inch
Connection :
Female thread
Design :
2 ways
Ball seal:
PTFE+15% glass fiber
Material ball :
Stainless steel (1.4408)
Body:
Stainless Steel
Price €150.30
€178.86 incl. VAT
Delivery Time: 2–5 Working Days
Available: In Stock
Female Thread Ball Valve 2 inch Brass Double-Acting Pneumatic Actuator KH105
Product number
100-1036-09-DA
The Ball Valve is a compact shut-off valve designed for safe, rapid and leak-tight operation. Specification: 2-inch, socket, Female Thread, Thread. Materials and seals: Body and ball made of CW617N Brass. Actuation and features: Double-Acting Pneumatic Actuator. Approvals and standards: WRAS. Operating data: 25 bar. Further features: 2-inch Brass Ball Valve with Pneumatic Actuator, Female Thread connection to ISO 7 /1 F-F; Flange Plate to ISO 5211; Ball Seal: PTFE + FKM. The full or reduced bore allows for rapid switching operations and a tight-sealing shut-off.
Nominal width :
DN50 - 2'' inch
Connection :
Female thread
Design :
2 ways
Ball seal:
PTFE + FKM
Body:
Brass
Material ball :
Brass, chrome-plated
Price €161.22
€191.85 incl. VAT
Delivery Time: 2–5 Working Days
Available: In Stock
3-Way Ball Valve 1 inch Stainless Steel T bore Double-Acting Pneumatic Actuator KT103
Product number
102-1002-06-DA
The Ball Valve is a compact shut-off valve designed for safe, rapid and leak-tight operation. Specification: 1 inch, Female Thread. Materials and seals: Body & ball made of 1.4408; ball seal: PTFE + 15% GF. Actuation and features: Double-Acting Pneumatic Actuator. Operating data: 63 bar. Further features: 1-inch three-way Ball Valve, Pneumatic, T-bore design; reduced bore; Female Thread in accordance with ISO 7 -1 (EN 10226-1). The full or reduced bore enables fast switching operations and a tight-sealing shut-off.
Nominal width :
DN25 - 1'' inch
Connection :
Female thread
Design :
3 ways
Ball seal:
PTFE+15% glass fiber
Bore:
T
Material ball :
Stainless steel (1.4408)
Price €162.73
€193.65 incl. VAT
Delivery Time: 2–5 Working Days
Available: In Stock

Double-acting or spring-return – choosing the right pneumatic ball valve

FeatureDouble-acting (DA)Spring-return SR NC (fail-close)Spring-return SR NO (fail-open)
Operating principleAir opens AND closesAir opens · spring closes on air lossAir closes · spring opens on air loss
Fail-safeNo – stays in last positionYes – closes (safely shut)Yes – opens (safely open)
Output torqueSymmetric – equal force both waysAsymmetric – air force > spring forceAsymmetric – air force > spring force
Envelope sizeCompact – no spring packLarger – spring pack integratedLarger – spring pack integrated
Cycle lifeVery high – > 1 million cyclesHigh – limited by spring fatigueHigh – limited by spring fatigue
ATEXYes – II 2GDcYes – II 2GDcYes – II 2GDc
Typical useProcess control, fast cycling, batch processesEmergency isolation, safety valve, fire dampersVenting, pressure relief, bypass protection

The choice between DA and SR determines how the ball valve with pneumatic actuator behaves on air loss. FERGO supplies double-acting actuators and single-acting actuators as standalone components too.

NAMUR accessories – configuring the complete pneumatic unit

The NAMUR interface (VDI/VDE 3845) on the actuator enables direct mounting of control components – without additional adapters or piping. FERGO supplies all components from stock and assembles the complete function-tested unit on request:

  • Limit switch box: IP67 / ATEX; potential-free contacts or inductive sensors; OPEN/CLOSED position feedback to PLC/SCADA
  • Strainers: upstream protection for PTFE/TFM seat rings

Materials and product series – stainless steel ball valve pneumatic, brass and GGG40

  • Stainless steel ball valve pneumatic (KH154 – 3-piece): body & ball 1.4408; TFM 1600 seat; TA-Luft, ATEX, AD2000-A4, Fire Safe; PN63; ISO 228 F-F; DN8–DN100; –25 °C to +180 °C. Preferred for chemicals, pharma, food and emission-regulated plants
  • Stainless steel ball valve pneumatic (KH113 – 2-piece): body & ball 1.4408; PTFE+15 % GF; PN63; ISO 7-1 F-F; DN8–DN100; full bore. Cost-effective stainless steel for standard processes
  • Brass ball valve pneumatic (KH105): CW617N; PTFE+FKM; 25 bar; WRAS-certified; –15 °C to +90 °C. For drinking water, HVAC, irrigation, building services
  • Flanged ball valve pneumatic (KH155 / KH121 / KH120): stainless steel, WCB or GGG40; PN10–PN40; EN 558-1 F4/F1; TA-Luft, DVGW gas/drinking water (KH121/KH120); DN15–DN200
  • 3-way pneumatic ball valve (KL103 L / KT103 T): stainless steel 1.4408; PN63; L- or T-bore; DN15–DN100. For diverting, mixing and bypass

Check media compatibility: FERGO resistance check tool. For aggressive media: duplex ball valve. DVGW variants: DVGW ball valve.

Certifications – ATEX, TA-Luft, Fire Safe, DVGW, SIL

  • ATEX II 2GDc to EU Directive 2014/34/EU: all pneumatic actuators are directly suitable for Zone 1 (gas) and Zone 21 (dust) – the key advantage over electric ball valves, which require expensive Ex-rated actuators in hazardous areas
  • TA-Luft / ISO 15848-1: low-emission stem seal for licensed chemical plants
  • Fire Safe (API 607 / ISO 10497): fire test for soft-seated ball valves
  • AD2000-A4 / PED 2014/68/EU: for pressure-bearing valves; EN 10204 3.1 on request
  • DVGW Gas / Drinking Water: GGG40 flanged ball valves KH121 (gas) and KH120 (drinking water) with pneumatic actuator
  • SIL 3 (IEC 61508): for safety-instrumented systems – preferably with SR NC actuator

All certificates in the FERGO certificate portal.

Pneumatic ball valves in stock – EU-wide delivery

All 393 pneumatic ball valves ship from the FERGO warehouse in Neuss, Germany – fully assembled and function-tested as a unit comprising ball valve with pneumatic actuator, ISO 5211 coupling and optional NAMUR solenoid valve + limit switch box. Delivery: 2–5 working days by DHL across Europe. Special configurations (positioner, feedback unit, heating jacket) on request with short lead times. Technical advice: +49 (0) 21 31 / 15 39 28-0 · [email protected]

Frequently Asked Questions – Ball Valves

▸ Double-acting or spring-return – when do I need fail-safe?

Spring-return (single-acting SR) is required whenever the air-operated ball valve must move to a defined safe position on air loss: SR NC (fail-close) for emergency isolation of flammable or toxic media, SR NO (fail-open) for pressure relief and bypass protection. Double-acting (DA) is the standard for process control, batch automation and fast cycling – more compact, symmetric force and longer cycle life.

▸ What air pressure does the pneumatic ball valve need?

Standard operating pressure: 4–8 bar dry, filtered compressed air. At 6 bar supply pressure, all FERGO actuators operate in the optimal torque range. For spring-return SR actuators, supply pressure must exceed spring force plus ball valve torque demand – at 6 bar this is assured for all standard configurations.

▸ Is the pneumatic ball valve ATEX-rated?

Yes. All FERGO pneumatic actuators are ATEX II 2GDc certified – directly suitable for Zone 1 (gas) and Zone 21 (dust) as they contain no ignition source. This is the key advantage of the pneumatic ball valve over the electric ball valve in hazardous areas.

▸ How do I control the pneumatic ball valve from a PLC?

Via a NAMUR solenoid valve (3/2 for single-acting, 5/2 for double-acting) mounted directly onto the actuator's NAMUR interface. The PLC switches the solenoid via 24 V DC; position feedback comes from a limit switch box or inductive sensors. FERGO delivers the complete unit assembled.

▸ Pneumatic or electric – when is the pneumatic ball valve better?

Pneumatic for: switching time < 1 s, ATEX zones without costly Ex electrics, emergency isolation with spring return, high cycle counts (> 1 million), existing compressed air infrastructure. Electric for: modulating control (4–20 mA), direct PLC integration without solenoid, sites without compressed air, building automation and smart building. Details: electric ball valve.