Sum total operating torque M from seat friction, packing, and thrust components, then compute handwheel force F=M/L.
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Torque from medium pressure acting on the ball-seat seal area.
Combines packing Mt and thrust Mu into total friction torque.
Handwheel or lever force from total torque divided by lever arm L.
Configurable lever arm length for force calculation.
Complete operating torque for valve actuator sizing.
Module 6 of 8 in the Floating Ball Valve design verification suite.
Add seat friction Mm, packing Mt, and thrust Mu torques.
Enter handwheel or lever arm length L in mm.
Calculate total operating torque from all components.
Divide total torque by lever arm for required operating force.
Enter your design parameters and get instant verification results.
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