cast iron rad valves , a cheaper alternative?

[that bloke.]

just wondering what kind of valves manual rad valves are?
i was thinking i could perhaps use the gate valve and lock shield gate valve half way down the page?
what do you guys think?

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[stevetheplumber]

just wondering what kind of valves manual rad valves are?
i was thinking i could perhaps use the gate valve and lock shield gate valve half way down the page?
what do you guys think?

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why? what do you have against rad valves?

 

[WHPES]

Not recommended. Use the proper rad valves.

 

[Billy Bob Bob]

why?whats the point?use rad valves thats what they are for

 

[that bloke.]

i like these valves. , seriously though , brass rad valves that look anything like this cost an absolute fortune.
also i am looking for something a bit more industrial than the normal valves you buy off the shelf.

what kind of valves are rad valves? are they globe valves?

 

[stevetheplumber]

if you want industrial go for lever valves

 

[that bloke.]

i am really looking for something with a wheel on it. its this kind of valve that i am after , but all i have found are globe valves and gate valves ,


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they can be used for hot water/steam and are good for 200 psi.

i am just not sure which one would be better , globe or gate?

this link should work.

Mueller, Gate Valves at PlumberSurplus.com