what is the meaning of reverse action and forward action of
control valve...

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For linear motion valves

Direct acting valve:
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valve opens when stem is drawn out of the body

Reverse acting valve:
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valve closes when stem in pushed into the body

reference:
Lessons in industrial instrumentation - version 4 - page:713


Regards,

Ahmed Sabry
Control and Instrumentation Engineer
GPC - General Petroleum Company
CELL.: 00 2 0121367310

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