What is the purpose of a non-return valve in a water pipe line?

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  1. It enables three-way flow
  2. It enables one- way flow
  3. It enables four- way flow
  4. It enables two- way flow

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Option 2 : It enables one- way flow
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Concept:

Valves: 

  • A valve is a device, which controls and regulates the start, finish, direction, and pressure of the flow of air.
  • There are five types of valves used in pneumatics and hydraulics
  • Valves are divided into 5 groups according to their function:

Directional Valves (Way Valves)

It influences the path, taken by the air stream. It controls the start, stop and direction of the flow of air.

Non – Return Valve

It stops the flow in one direction and permit flow in the opposite direction.

Pressure control Valve

It is used in hydraulic systems to control actuator force (force = pressure × area)

and to determine and select pressure levels at which certain machine operations must occur

Flow control Valve

It is used to regulate the flow rate and pressure of liquids or gases through a pipeline.

Shut-off Valve

It is designed for and capable of positive closure to prevent flow within a piping system.

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