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Gas Pressure Regulators

Gas Pressure Regulators are safety devices used to control the pressure of a gas line from a higher pressure, down to a desired lower pressure to feed downstream equipment and processes. In many cases, the operation of your gas regulator can directly influence the efficiency of a gas system and the life span of downstream equipment and appliances. There are many different types of regulators and the selection of a proper gas regulator is based off specific application information including line size, flowrate, equipment requirements, inlet pressure, desired outlet pressure, location, and safety requirements.
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Gas Pressure Regulator Basics

For most applications, the direct-operated gas pressure regulator is the best fit. Direct operated regulators are comprised of three key parts that control pressure: a spring, a flexible diaphragm and a valve seat that can control the amount of gas flowing through the regulator. The spring in the regulator acts as a counterweight and puts pressure on the diaphragm in the regulator. This is connected by a lever to the valve seat. So as gas enters the regulator and fills the space under the diaphragm, the counter weight of the spring will tell the regulator whether to open (allow more gas) or close (allow less gas). The result is a reduced pressure on the outlet of the regulator based on the tension of the spring that is installed.
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    • Gas Leak Detection & Repair >
      • Gas Pressure Regulators
      • Excess Gas Flow Valves
    • Seismic Shut-Off Valves >
      • How Seismic Shut-Off Valves Work
    • Custom Fabrication
    • Gas Line Maintenance
    • New Construction & Re-Piping
  • Regions
    • San Francisco Bay
    • Northern California
    • Sacramento And Surrounding
    • SF Bay Inland (Contra Costa Cty.)
    • California Central Valley
    • California Central Coast
    • Greater Los Angeles
    • San Diego
  • Gas Turbines
    • About Gas Turbines
    • Cogeneration
    • For Agriculture
    • For IT Data Centers
    • For Schools
    • For Manufacturing And Production
    • For Refrigerated Storage
    • For Warehouses And Fulfillment Centers
    • For Airports, Hospitals, Cellular Towers
  • Industries
    • General Commercial
    • Gas Services For Hotels
    • Gas Services For Hospitals
    • Gas Services For K-12
    • Gas Services For Colleges
  • Resource Portal
    • Library
    • Graphics >
      • Problems With Older Gas Systems
      • How To Spot A Gas Leak
      • What Is A Seismic Shut-Off Valve?
      • How Does Natural Gas Get To Us?
      • Natural Gas Basics
      • Exercising Your Valves
    • Natural Gas Free eBooks >
      • Are You Liable For A Gas Accident On Your Property?
      • Earthquakes And Natural Gas Fires
      • Natural Gas And School Safety
  • About Us
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