Sounding Cock
A marine sounding cock is a compact manually operated valve installed in tanks aboard a ship. It is used to measure (or “sound”) the liquid level—such as fuel oil, fresh water, ballast, or sludge—by allowing a small sample to be drawn, or by inserting a sounding tape or rod.
Purpose of a Sounding Cock
- Enables safe and controlled manual inspection of tank contents
- Provides a method for sampling the tank's liquid at its lowest point
- Frequently utilised in:
- Fuel oil service and settling tanks
- Lubricating oil tanks
- Ballast and freshwater tanks
- Bilge and sludge tanks
We offer a range of Sounding Cock Valves from several leading manufacturers. Please get in touch with us to discuss your requirements.
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FSHTCDH - Sanitary Rupture Disc Holder
The FSHTCDH Sanitary Rupture Disc Holder is expertly engineered to deliver maximum reliability for rupture discs. These specific sanitary disc holders are ideal for the food, dairy, cosmetics, and pharmaceutical industries, making them an essential component in Cleaning In Place (C.I.P.) and Sterilisation In Place (S.I.P.) processes, thanks to their straightforward installation. We offer compact design connections upon request for clamped disc holder installations on tanks. This unique model features a finish of Ra<0.5 mm or better, ensuring high-quality performance. When installed, the clamp seal sits flush within the tank wall, effectively eliminating the "dead leg" typical of standard clamp sockets.
Specifications
Compatible with Discs: FSDCD, FSSCD, FSSCR, FSY90, FSKRD
Sizes Available: 1" (DN20) to 6" (DN150)
Materials: Stainless Steel (AISI 316) with precision internal finishing (<0.6 Ra).
To request a rupture disc, please download our Rupture Disc Request Form. Once completed, kindly send it to sales@flowstar.co.uk.
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Flowstar (UK) Ltd
Wiltshire Road, Kingston-upon-Hull, East Riding of Yorkshire, HU4 6PA, United Kingdom
Flowstar (UK) Ltd is a leading global supplier of safety, relief, and reducing valves. With strong partnerships across major manufacturers, we deliver precise, reliable valve solutions tailored to your needs. Email enquiries to sales@flowstar.co.uk or call us on +44 (0)1482 601030.