CV Calculation and Flow Coefficient Table

Valve Sizing: Flow Calculations

For CV calculation use this basic liquid flow formula.cv calculation formula
CV = Flow Coefficient, QL = Flow (GPM), SG = Specific Gravity, ∆P=Pressure Drop (PSIA)

Specific Gravity for Common Fluids (SG)


Water: 1.000


LN2: 0.808


LH2: 0.071


LHe: 0.125


LAr: 0.400


LO2: 1.140


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Flow Coefficient Table for Standard Cryogenic Valves

Find the flow coefficient for Cyocomp standard valves by size and body style for your convenience when designing your cryogenic system.

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C2000 Series & C3000 Series Cryogenic Valves CV

1/2" Valve Size

Globe Body: 2.6 CV
Right Angle Body: 5.7 CV
Y-Pattern Body: 5.6 CV
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1" Valve Size

Globe Body: 16.3 CV
Right Angle Body: 28.6 CV
Y-Pattern Body: 25 CV
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C2000 Series Cryogenic Valves CV

1-1/2" Valve Size

Globe Body: 31 CV
Right Angle Body: 37 CV
Y-Pattern Body: 42 CV
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2" Valve Size

Globe Body: 42.3 CV
Right Angle Body: 54 CV
Y-Pattern Body: 59.4 CV
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C5000 Series Cryogenic Valves CV

1/2" Valve Size

Globe Body: 1.1 CV
Right Angle Body: 2.3 CV
Y-Pattern Body: consult factory

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