Patent ID: 8490946
Filing Date: 2013-07-23
Classification: F16K

Abstract:
1. A stemless ball valve comprising: (a) a first flange; (b) a second flange; (c) a ball assembly; (d) an inner magnetic cartridge; (e) an outer magnetic cartridge; and (f) a planetary gear assembly; wherein the inner magnetic cartridge is situated inside of the outer magnetic cartridge, and wherein the inner and outer magnetic cartridges actuate the valve; wherein the planetary gear assembly is situated between the inner magnetic cartridge and the ball assembly and provides an increase in torque from the inner magnetic cartridge to the ball assembly; wherein the planetary gear assembly is attached to the inner magnetic cartridge; wherein the first and second flanges are secured to each other to provide a leak-free environment; and wherein the planetary gear assembly is situated within the leak-free environment created by the first and second flanges.