Special Variations and Modifications

AAA valves are versatile; they lend themselves to many possible modifications to suit special valving requirements. Most modifications are standard, but some modifications may require special tooling or assembly, so they are only available in production quantities. If you have a special requirement, consult the factory to see if one of the standard modifications, not involving special tooling, would be satisfactory. Contact us, you will be amazed at what we can do!

TUFRAM®

A special surface process called TUFRAM® can be applied to all aluminum and aluminum alloy parts giving them enhanced surface properties. These properties include improved corrosion resistance, abrasion resistance, chemical resistance, moisture resistance, increased hardness, USDA-approved and FDA-approved. This process is ideal for AAA valves that are used in very harsh environments. For example, wash down areas in food processing plants that use caustic solutions for clean-up, off shore oil platforms that are subject to salt water spray, chemical processing plants or valves that must mount outdoors. Please contact us for more information on the use of TUFRAM® L-4 on your application.
Tufram Information

Electroless Nickel Plated

Some steel or steel alloy parts used in the construction of AAA valves can be nickel plated to enhance corrosion resistance, chemical resistance and moisture resistance. Contact us about your application and we will help determine if nickel platting would be cost effective and beneficial.

Stainless Steel

Some parts used in the construction of AAA valves can be replaced with stainless steel to enhance corrosion resistance, chemical resistance and moisture resistance. Contact us about your application and we will help determine if this would be cost effective and beneficial.

Brass

Some parts used in the construction of AAA valves can be replaced with brass to enhance corrosion resistance, chemical resistance and moisture resistance. Contact us about your application and we will help determine if this would be cost effective and beneficial.

Low Temperature Grease

Molykote® 55 O-ring Grease is a silicone-based material that helps ensure positive lubrication and sealing by slightly swelling rubber O-rings and seals. This product is heat stable and oxidation resistant and is serviceable from approximately -65 to 175°C (-85 to 347°F). It is not recommended to be used with silicone o-rings.
Molykote-55 Technical Document
Molykote-55 MSDS Document