{"id":1783,"date":"2020-09-08T10:00:13","date_gmt":"2020-09-08T18:00:13","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.linquip.com\/blog\/?p=1783"},"modified":"2022-02-23T01:12:29","modified_gmt":"2022-02-23T09:12:29","slug":"pvc-foot-valves","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.linquip.com\/blog\/pvc-foot-valves\/","title":{"rendered":"PVC Foot Valves: a brief review of everything you need to know"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_83 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.linquip.com\/blog\/pvc-foot-valves\/#What_Are_PVC_Foot_Valves\" >What Are PVC Foot Valves?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.linquip.com\/blog\/pvc-foot-valves\/#PVC_Foot_Valves_Working_Principle\" >PVC Foot Valves Working Principle<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.linquip.com\/blog\/pvc-foot-valves\/#PVC_Foot_Valves_Advantages\" >PVC Foot Valves Advantages<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.linquip.com\/blog\/pvc-foot-valves\/#PVC_Foot_Valves_Application\" >PVC Foot Valves Application<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<p>As you may know, a foot valve is a type of check valve that only allows one-way flow. You can use foot valves when you have situations that need a pump, such as when water needs to be extracted from an underground well. Foot valves are ideal for using in pools, ponds, and wells. Their typical materials include PVC, plastic, bronze, cast iron and stainless steel.<\/p>\n<p>Since foot valves are continually submerged in the wet well and not readily accessible for inspection or repair, it is important to select a foot valve of high quality long wearing construction with the appropriate material to suit your application. In this article, Linquip has compiled useful information on PVC foot valves. So follow this new blog to expand your knowledge about these types of valves and their application.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.linquip.com\/industrial-directories\/339\/valves-and-parts\/for-sale\/?utm_source=blog&amp;utm_medium=content&amp;utm_campaign=CRO&amp;utm_term=pvc_foot_valves&amp;utm_content=for_sale\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\"><strong><span style=\"font-size: 24pt;\">\u21d2<\/span> <span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">View a Comprehensive List of Valves and Their Suppliers<\/span> <span style=\"font-size: 24pt;\">\u21d0<\/span><\/strong><\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Are_PVC_Foot_Valves\"><\/span>What Are PVC Foot Valves?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>This foot valve is a type of check valve that is typically installed at a pump or at the bottom of a pipe line. \u00a0These foot valves act like ball check valves, but have an open end with a shield or screen over it to block debris from entering the line. The valve opening is designed to be larger than the line itself, minimizing head loss.<\/p>\n<p>They can be found in ponds, pools and even industrial applications where PVC is a suitable material. These special valves allow the pump to stay primed, letting liquid to flow in, but keeping it from flowing back out. The screens or baskets that cover the valve opening tend to get clogged over time, especially in ponds and wells. It is important to check and clean your valves regularly for optimum performance.<\/p>\n<p>PVC foot valves have the same design as other foot valves and consist of the main valve body and line connection, the ball, the seal carrier, the seal, and the screen. The good point is this valve can be fully disassembled for cleaning.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-1787\" src=\"https:\/\/www.linquip.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/1-1.jpg\" alt=\"PVC foot valves \" width=\"700\" height=\"420\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.linquip.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/1-1.jpg 700w, https:\/\/www.linquip.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/1-1-300x180.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.linquip.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/1-1-696x418.jpg 696w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><em><strong>Read More on Linquip<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 10pt;\"><strong><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><a title=\"Flanged Control Valve V150 for Sale\" href=\"https:\/\/www.linquip.com\/company\/286209\/nri-industrial-sales-llc\/sale\/detail\/205126\/flanged-control-valve-v150-for-sale\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-schema-attribute=\"\">Flanged Control Valve V150 for Sale<\/a><\/span><\/strong><\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 10pt;\"><strong><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><a title=\"Fisher EZ Control Valve EZ for Sale\" href=\"https:\/\/www.linquip.com\/company\/286209\/nri-industrial-sales-llc\/sale\/detail\/205127\/fisher-ez-control-valve-ez-for-sale\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-schema-attribute=\"\">Fisher EZ Control Valve EZ for Sale<\/a><\/span><\/strong><\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 10pt;\"><strong><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><a title=\"Control Valve ET for Sale\" href=\"https:\/\/www.linquip.com\/company\/286209\/nri-industrial-sales-llc\/sale\/detail\/205129\/control-valve-et-for-sale\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-schema-attribute=\"\">Control Valve ET for Sale<\/a>\u00a0<\/span><\/strong><strong><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><\/strong><\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 10pt;\"><strong><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><a title=\"Valve Suppliers and Companies\" href=\"https:\/\/www.linquip.com\/suppliers-companies?category_id=339&amp;cn=valve\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Valve Suppliers and Companies<\/a><\/span><\/strong><\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 10pt;\"><strong><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><a title=\"Pneumatic actuators Suppliers and Companies\" href=\"https:\/\/www.linquip.com\/suppliers-companies?category_id=838&amp;cn=pneumatic-actuators\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Pneumatic actuators Suppliers and Companies<\/a><\/span><\/strong><\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 10pt;\"><strong><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><a title=\"Valve Parts Suppliers and Companies in United States\" href=\"https:\/\/www.linquip.com\/suppliers-companies?category_id=355&amp;cn=valve-parts&amp;region_id=1&amp;rn=united-states\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Valve Parts Suppliers and Companies in United States<\/a><\/span><\/strong><\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"PVC_Foot_Valves_Working_Principle\"><\/span>PVC Foot Valves Working Principle<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>When the pump is operating, there is suction created that sucks the water up through the pipe. The foot valve opens as water flows upward because of the pressure from the incoming water.<\/p>\n<p>When the pump is shut off, the upward pressure will stop. When this happens, gravity will go to work on the water that remains in the pipe, trying to cause it to move in a downward direction back into the well. However, the foot valve prevents that from happening.<\/p>\n<p>The weight of the water in the pipe pushes down on the foot valve. Because the foot valve is unidirectional, it doesn\u2019t open in the downward directions. Instead, the pressure from the water closes the valve tightly, which prevents any reverse flow back into the well and from the pump back to the sump.<\/p>\n<p>Foot valves usually come with surge blocks. A surge block is a tool used to press the body of a <a href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Valve\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">valve<\/a> to remove the residues that may block smooth flow of water within the pump during operation. It also helps the valve expand while being used, thus enabling the presence of increased pressure without causing damage to the valve itself.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-1788\" src=\"https:\/\/www.linquip.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/2-4.jpg\" alt=\"PVC foot valves \" width=\"700\" height=\"700\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.linquip.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/2-4.jpg 700w, https:\/\/www.linquip.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/2-4-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.linquip.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/2-4-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.linquip.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/2-4-696x696.jpg 696w, https:\/\/www.linquip.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/2-4-420x420.jpg 420w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><em><strong>Read More on Linquip<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"text-decoration: underline; font-size: 10pt;\"><strong><a title=\"What is Actuator Valve\" href=\"https:\/\/www.linquip.com\/industrial-directories\/836\/actuator\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-schema-attribute=\"\">What is Actuator Valve<\/a><\/strong><\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"text-decoration: underline; font-size: 10pt;\"><strong><a title=\"What is Air release valve\" href=\"https:\/\/www.linquip.com\/industrial-directories\/992\/air-release-valve\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-schema-attribute=\"\">What is Air release valve<\/a><\/strong><\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"text-decoration: underline; font-size: 10pt;\"><strong><a title=\"What is Angle Valve\" href=\"https:\/\/www.linquip.com\/industrial-directories\/340\/angle-valve\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-schema-attribute=\"\">What is Angle Valve<\/a><\/strong><\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"text-decoration: underline; font-size: 10pt;\"><strong><a title=\"What is Ball Valve\" href=\"https:\/\/www.linquip.com\/industrial-directories\/341\/ball-valve\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-schema-attribute=\"\">What is Ball Valve<\/a><\/strong><\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"text-decoration: underline; font-size: 10pt;\"><strong><a title=\"What is Bleeder Valve\" href=\"https:\/\/www.linquip.com\/industrial-directories\/997\/bleeder-valve\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-schema-attribute=\"\">What is Bleeder Valve<\/a><\/strong><\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"text-decoration: underline; font-size: 10pt;\"><strong><a title=\"Industrial Valves A Comprehensive Review on Parts, Types and its Usability\" href=\"https:\/\/www.linquip.com\/blog\/industrial-valves\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Industrial Valves A Comprehensive Review on Parts, Types and its Usability<\/a><\/strong><\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"text-decoration: underline; font-size: 10pt;\"><strong><a title=\"The Essential Guide To Solenoid Valves Working Principle\" href=\"https:\/\/www.linquip.com\/blog\/the-essential-guide-to-solenoid-valves-working-principle\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">The Essential Guide To Solenoid Valves Working Principle<\/a><\/strong><\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"text-decoration: underline; font-size: 10pt;\"><strong><a title=\"Everything You Need To Know About Check Valve Function\" href=\"https:\/\/www.linquip.com\/blog\/everything-you-need-to-know-about-check-valve-function\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Everything You Need To Know About Check Valve Function<\/a><\/strong><\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"PVC_Foot_Valves_Advantages\"><\/span>PVC Foot Valves Advantages<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li>These foot valves prevent damage to water pumps that can occur due to dry runs, as well as stopping wastage of energy.<\/li>\n<li>Without these foot valves, the water would flow downward through the pipe, back to its original source when the pump is shut off.<\/li>\n<li>Most of these valves are designed with self-tapping male and female threads to ensure easy installation.<\/li>\n<li>The internal balls ensure the quick sealing and valve reaction as well as flexibility to fit various types of water pump uses.<\/li>\n<li>They are cheaper to use, as compared to other valves used to prime a pump.<\/li>\n<li>Good quality foot valves help extend the overall lifespan of water pumps.<\/li>\n<li>They are cost-effective and lightweight.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-1789\" src=\"https:\/\/www.linquip.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/3-4.jpg\" alt=\"PVC foot valves \" width=\"700\" height=\"525\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.linquip.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/3-4.jpg 700w, https:\/\/www.linquip.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/3-4-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.linquip.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/3-4-696x522.jpg 696w, https:\/\/www.linquip.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/3-4-560x420.jpg 560w, https:\/\/www.linquip.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/3-4-80x60.jpg 80w, https:\/\/www.linquip.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/3-4-160x120.jpg 160w, https:\/\/www.linquip.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/3-4-265x198.jpg 265w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"PVC_Foot_Valves_Application\"><\/span>PVC Foot Valves Application<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li>They are used in ponds, pools, wells, and any other places where a pump is found.<\/li>\n<li>In industrial settings, these valves are used in sump pumps, intake pumps used in rivers and lakes, as well as the pneumatic brake lines of commercial trucks.<\/li>\n<li>They are used in commercial settings where corrosive chemicals are common, as well as in home plumbing and drinking water applications.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.linquip.com\/industrial-directories\/576\/saunders-valve\/for-sale\/?utm_source=blog&amp;utm_medium=content&amp;utm_campaign=CRO&amp;utm_term=pvc_foot_valves&amp;utm_content=for_sale\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><strong>See All Saunders Valve for Sale<\/strong><\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<p>So this is all you need to know about PVC foot valves and their application within a system. If you enjoy this article and want to share your experience with different types of foot valves in Linquip, let us know by leaving your idea in the comment section. Is there any question we can help you with? Feel free to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.linquip.com\/sign-up?client_redirect=\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">sign up on our website<\/a> where our experts waiting to give you the professional advise you need.<\/p>\n<p><em><strong>Read More on Linquip<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li class=\"heading-2\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><strong><span style=\"font-size: 10pt;\"><a title=\"Foot Valve Manufacturers\" href=\"https:\/\/www.linquip.com\/suppliers-companies\/manufacturer?category_id=999&amp;cn=foot-valve\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Foot Valve Manufacturers<\/a><\/span><\/strong><\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><strong><span style=\"font-size: 10pt;\"><a title=\"Ball Valve Manufacturers\" href=\"https:\/\/www.linquip.com\/suppliers-companies\/manufacturer?category_id=341&amp;cn=ball-valve\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Ball Valve Manufacturers<\/a><\/span><\/strong><\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><strong><span style=\"font-size: 10pt;\"><a title=\"Pinch Valve Manufacturers\" href=\"https:\/\/www.linquip.com\/suppliers-companies\/manufacturer?category_id=994&amp;cn=pinch-valve\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Pinch Valve Manufacturers<\/a><\/span><\/strong><\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><strong><span style=\"font-size: 10pt;\"><a title=\"Gate Valve Manufacturers\" href=\"https:\/\/www.linquip.com\/suppliers-companies\/manufacturer?category_id=344&amp;cn=gate-valve\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Gate Valve Manufacturers<\/a><\/span><\/strong><\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><strong><span style=\"font-size: 10pt;\"><a title=\"Valve Manufacturers\" href=\"https:\/\/www.linquip.com\/suppliers-companies\/manufacturer?category_id=339&amp;cn=valve\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Valve Manufacturers<\/a><\/span><\/strong><\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><b>Buy Equipment or Ask for a Service<\/b><\/h3>\n<p>By using Linquip RFQ Service, you can expect\u00a0to receive quotations from various suppliers across multiple industries and regions.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong><a href=\"http:\/\/linquip.com\/get-quote?utm_source=blog&amp;utm_medium=content&amp;utm_campaign=product_list&amp;utm_term=product_list&amp;utm_content=rfq\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Click Here to Request a Quotation From Suppliers and Service Providers<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>As you may know, a foot valve is a type of check valve that only allows one-way flow. You can use foot valves when you have situations that need a pump, such as when water needs to be extracted from an underground well. Foot valves are ideal for using in pools, ponds, and wells. 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