Precision-Machined
Drill Pipe Float Valves
%NHANCED ECONOMICS AND REDUCED RISK FROM A SUPERIOR FLOAT valve.
To conquer the big challenges,
start with the small ones...
RoNal high-quality, competitively-priced drill pipe float valves offer a superior alternative to conventional cast pr
longer service life.
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float valves can be easily rebuilt using our convenient repair kits. You can use our va
damaging the motor and creating problems with other BHA components.
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superior product at a competitiv
roducts. Carefully machined using 4140-HT heat-treated material, these field-proven valves have a significantly
alves over and over with confidence.
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and extended service life also means less risk of broken parts
ive price with long-term benefits, RoNal drill pipe float valves provide performance and economics that add up.
Built for extreme environment service.
RoNal float valves are precision-machined from 4140-HT heat-treated metal for the same rugged dependability as the sub in which they are placed.
Viton® Seals, standard on models 4R and smaller, further ensure a long service life in extreme environments. The seals are rated for constant
400°F (204°C) service. In addition, RoNal float valves feature stainless steel springs to enhance service life.
Broad range of application.
RoNal float valves are available for a broad range of service applications with six models in eight sizes (1R to 5F-6R).
Model F
Plunger
Model FGAC
Model FGA
Features a centerdrilled piston to allow
filling above the valve
to manage hydrostatic
pressure in directional
drilling applications.
Features a tungsten
carbide port to allow
filling above the valve
to manage hydrostatic
pressure in directional
drilling applications.
Model G
Flapper
Model GA
Ported Flapper
Model FBP
Features a tungsten
carbide port to allow
filling above the valve
to manage hydrostatic
pressure in directional
drilling applications.
Features an integrated
baffle plate for landing
instrument packages.
CNC Machining Services.
In addition to our standard valves, we also manufacture special-order products such as dual models combining stainless steel
with other materials as well as other high quality products including:
Baffle Plates 2ING TYPE AND SPIDER TYPE
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5NLIKE CAST PRODUCTS AS SHOWN HERE 2O.AL VALVES ARE
MACHINED THICKER AT CRITICAL WEAR POINTS AND SHOW
less wear after extended use.
For dimensions and repair kits please
see technical specifications flyer.
Responsive 24/7 Service.
Our fully-stocked inventory ensures fast response to your float valve needs,
anywhere in the world. Call or email us for convenient 24/7 order processing.
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Specifications and Repair Kits
Repair kits allow for easy redress in the field.
For long service life, RoNal float valves are easily rebuilt using our convenient repair kits. Each rubber kit includes parts to rebuild two valves;
each metal kit includes parts to rebuild one valve.
Model F Plunger
Model FGAC
Model FGA
Size
Assembly Part No.
Rubber Repair Kit
Metal Repair Kit
1R
350-R
350.008
350.007
1F-2R
400-R
400.008
400.008
2F-3R
475-R
475.008
475.007
Dimensions
Size
D
R
L
ID of Valve
ID of Valve
Diameter of
valve (in.)
Diameter of recess for
valve (D+1/32”) (in.)
Valve length
(in.)
Model F
(in.)
Model G
(in.)
N/A
3F
470-R
470.008
470.007
1R
1-21/32
1-11/16
5-7/8
1
3-1/2IF
476-R
476.008
476.007
1F-2R
1-29/32
1-15/16
6-1/4
1-1/4
1
4R
650-R
650.008
650.007
2F-3R
2-13/32
2-7/16
6-1/2
1-9/16
1-1/4
5R
720-R
720.008
720.007
3F
2-13/16
2-27/32
10
1-7/8
1-5/8
5F-6R
800-R
800.008
800.007
3-1/2 IF
3-1/8
3-5/32
10
1-7/8
1-5/8
4R
3-15/32
3-1/2
8-5/16
2-5/16
1-31/32
1R
350-FGAC
350.008
350.207C
5R
3-7/8
3-29/32
9-3/4
2-3/4
2-1/4
1F-2R
400-FGAC
400.008
400.207C
5F-6R
4-25/32
4-13/16
11-3/4
3-1/4
2-7/8
2F-3R
475-FGAC
475.008
475.207C
3F
470-FGAC
470.008
470.207C
3-1/2IF
476-FGAC
476.008
476.207C
4R
650-FGAC
650.008
650.207C
5R
720-FGAC
720.008
720.207C
5F-6R
800-FGAC
800.008
800.207C
1R
350-FGA
350.208
350.007
1F-2R
400-FGA
400.208
400.208
2F-3R
475-FGA
475.008
475.207
3F
470-FGA
470.208
470.207
3-1/2IF
476-FGA
476.208
476.207
4R
650-FGA
650.208
650.207
5R
720-FGA
720.208
720.207
5F-6R
800-FGA
800.208
800.207
The FGAC
features a center-drilled piston
TO ALLOW FILLING ABOVE THE VALVE TO
MANAGE HYDROSTATIC PRESSURE IN
directional drilling applications.
The FGA
features a tungsten carbide
PORT TO ALLOW FILLING ABOVE THE
VALVE TO MANAGE HYDROSTATIC
pressure in directional
drilling applications.
Model G Flapper
Model GA
Ported Flapper
1F-2R
400-RG
400.109
400.107
2F-3R
475-RG
475.109
475.107
3F
470-RG
470.109
470.107
3-1/2IF
476-RG
476.109
476.107
4R
650-RG
650.109
650.107
5R
720-RG
720.109
720.107
5F-6R
800-RG
800.109
800.107
1F-2R
400-RGA
400.109
400.108
2F-3R
475-RGA
475.109
475.108
3F
470-RGA
470.109
470.108
3-1/2IF
476-RGA
476.109
476.108
4R
650-RGA
650.109
650.108
5R
720-RGA
720.109
720.108
5F-6R
800-RGA
800.109
800.108
The GA
features a tungsten carbide
PORT TO ALLOW FILLING ABOVE THE
VALVE TO MANAGE HYDROSTATIC
pressure in directional
drilling applications.
Model G and GA Rubber Repair Kits Include: 4-Side Seals, 2-Top End Seals, 2-Spring Assemblies, 2-Hinge Pin, 2-Flapper Seals
Model G and GA Metal Repair Kits Include: 1-Flapper, 1-Flapper Seal Retaining Ring, 2-Hinge Pin, 2-Spring Assemblies
1R
1F-2R
2F-3R
3F
Model FBP
3-1/2IF
476-FBP
476.008
476.007
4R
650-FBP
650.008
650.007
5R
720-FBP
720.008
720.007
5F-6R
800-FBP
800.008
800.007
The FBP
features an integrated baffle
plate for landing instrument
packages.
Model FBP Rubber Repair Kits Include: 4-Side Seals, 2-Piston Seals, 2-Springs
Model FBP Metal Repair Kits Include: 1-Piston, 1-Valve Guide, 1-Piston Seal Retainer
Responsive 24/7 Service
Our fully-stocked inventory ensures fast response to
your float valve needs, anywhere in the world. Call or email
us for convenient 24/7 order processing.
RoNal Equipment, Inc.
#OLUMBIA -EMORIAL 0ARKWAY s +EMAH 4EXAS 0HONE s &AX EMAIL SALES RONALEQUIPMENTCOM
www.ronalequipment.com
©2012 RoNal Equipment, Inc. All Rights Reserved.
Model F, FGAC, and FGA Rubber Repair Kits Include: 4-Side Seals, 2-Piston Seals, 2-Springs
Model F, FGAC, and FGA Metal Repair Kits Include: 1-Piston, 1-Valve guide, 1-Piston Seal Retainer