

A gas pressure reducing valve typically consists of several key components the valve body, diaphragm, spring, and adjustment screw. The valve body is where the high-pressure gas enters and the reduced pressure gas exits. The diaphragm acts as a responsive mechanism that reacts to changes in pressure. It expands or contracts to maintain consistent output pressure by regulating the valve's opening. The spring applies a force that keeps the diaphragm in position, while the adjustment screw allows for fine-tuning of the desired outlet pressure. Together, these components work seamlessly to ensure that gas is delivered at a safe and usable pressure.
Once the solids have been removed, the fluid proceeds to the separation stage. This process can occur through various methods, including gravitational settling, coalescence, or cyclone separation. Gravity plays a fundamental role in this phase; different phases of the mixture will stratify based on their densities. For example, water, being denser than oil, will settle at the bottom while gas typically rises to the top.