22 Series 2000 PSI Stainless Steel 2 PC ball valve – AIS Compliant
22 Series
2000 PSI Stainless Steel Ball Valves
The Lance 22 Series 2 piece stainless steel ball valves are available in sizes ranging from 1/4″ to 2″. You can customize the valve to fit your needs by configuring the handle & stem, internal construction, and other options.
Design Features
- Blowout proof stem
- Adjustable packing gland
- Glass reinforced Teflon seats
- NPT end connections
- Drilled and tapped mounting holes standard
- 2 Piece construction
- Stainless steel stem standard
- Conforms to API 598, API608, ASME B16.34
- Meets NACE Std. MR-01-75 for 22 stainless steel series
- 2000 PSI 1/4 – 1″, 1500 PSI 1-1/4 – 2″
Common Options Available
- Handles – Locking, Oval, Tee, Extensions, Lockable Extensions
- Handle Extensions – 1-1/4″, 2-1/4″, 3-1/4″
- Lockable Extensions – 2-1/4″
- Seats – Graphite reinforced Teflon for higher temperature applications
- Ball and Stem – Carbon Steel, Stainless Steel
- Handle Extensions – See options under Handle and Stem
Additional information
| Weight | N/A |
|---|---|
| Size | 22-021 1/4", 22-031 3/8", 22-041 1/2", 22-061 3/4", 22-081 1", 22-101 1-1/4", 22-121 1-1/2", 22-161 2" |
When to choose the 22 Series AIS-Compliant Ball Valve
This valve is the right choice when:
- You are working on a federally-funded water infrastructure project (CWSRF, DWSRF, USDA Rural Development, etc.) that requires American Iron and Steel compliance.
- You need a 2000 PSI rated stainless steel ball valve for industrial process applications – chemical, petrochemical, food and beverage, pharmaceutical, or power generation.
- You need documentation traceability back to a domestic mill source for compliance audits.
- You want a premium 2-piece design with reliable seat performance and full port flow.
Comparison: AIS-Compliant vs Standard Imported Ball Valves
| Property | Standard imported 2 PC ball valve | 22 Series AIS-Compliant |
|---|---|---|
| AIS / Buy American compliant | No | Yes |
| Eligible for federally-funded water projects | No | Yes |
| Pressure rating | Varies (often 1000 PSI) | 2000 PSI |
| Material traceability documents | Limited | Full mill test reports + AIS certificate |
| Lead time impact on project | Risk of failed compliance audit + re-order | Compliant from day one |
Federally-funded projects that use non-compliant valves can face funding clawback or project delays for re-procurement. For any project where AIS is required, specifying compliant valves up front is the safer path. Contact Lance Valves for project-specific quoting and documentation.
Frequently Asked Questions – 22 Series AIS-Compliant Ball Valve
Q: What does AIS-Compliant mean?
A: AIS stands for American Iron and Steel. The American Iron and Steel provisions, written into federal law (notably the Water Resources Reform and Development Act of 2014), require that iron and steel products used in federally-funded water infrastructure projects be produced in the United States. AIS-compliant valves are manufactured to meet this requirement, with documentation Lance can provide for project records.
Q: What types of projects require AIS-compliant valves?
A: Any project that receives federal funding through the Clean Water State Revolving Fund (CWSRF), Drinking Water State Revolving Fund (DWSRF), or other federal water programs typically falls under AIS requirements. This includes municipal water and wastewater treatment, distribution, and storage projects. Always check your specific project’s funding source – if any federal money is involved, AIS compliance is usually required.
Q: Is this valve also suitable for non-AIS projects?
A: Yes. The 22 Series 2000 PSI stainless steel ball valve is a premium 2-piece valve regardless of the AIS compliance. The same design is used in chemical, food and beverage, power generation, and general industrial applications. The AIS documentation simply makes it eligible for federally-funded water projects in addition to those uses.
Q: What is the pressure and temperature rating?
A: The 22 Series is rated at 2000 PSI working pressure at ambient temperature. Maximum operating temperature depends on the seat material – standard PTFE seats are rated to approximately 450°F. For higher-temperature applications, peek or graphite seats are available. See the specification sheet for the full pressure/temperature curve.
Q: Can I get documentation for project submission?
A: Yes. Lance Valves provides AIS compliance certificates, mill test reports, and material origin documentation with each order. Just let us know during quoting that you need the documentation package and we will include it.