How Much Are Used Industrial Valves Worth?

The value of used industrial valves depends on several key factors: brand, type, size, pressure class, material, condition, and current market demand. This guide provides realistic pricing expectations for sellers looking to liquidate surplus valve inventory.

Used Valve Pricing by Type

Valve Type	Size Range	Condition: Excellent	Condition: Good	Condition: Fair/Scrap
Ball Valve (Floating)	2" - 12"	30-45% of new	15-25% of new	3-8% of new
Ball Valve (Trunnion)	6" - 36"	35-50% of new	20-30% of new	5-10% of new
Gate Valve (Cast)	2" - 24"	25-40% of new	15-25% of new	3-7% of new
Globe Valve	2" - 12"	25-35% of new	12-20% of new	3-6% of new
Control Valve (w/ actuator)	1" - 8"	30-45% of new	15-25% of new	5-10% of new
Butterfly Valve	4" - 24"	20-35% of new	10-20% of new	2-5% of new
Check Valve	2" - 16"	20-30% of new	10-18% of new	3-6% of new
Safety/Relief Valve	1" - 6"	25-40% of new	12-20% of new	5-8% of new

Factors That Increase Value

• Exotic materials (Inconel, Monel, Hastelloy, Duplex SS) — 2-5x premium over carbon steel
• Large bore sizes (16" and above) — exponentially higher value
• High pressure class (Class 900+, API 5K-15K) — premium pricing
• Complete assemblies (valve + actuator + positioner) — 40-60% more than bare valve
• Unused/new surplus with documentation — highest possible pricing
• Premium brands (Fisher, WKM, Cameron, Velan) — brand premium of 20-40%

Factors That Decrease Value

• Corrosion or pitting on sealing surfaces
• Missing actuators, handwheels, or accessories
• Unknown material or no nameplate
• Obsolete designs with no replacement parts available
• Small bore (under 2") unless exotic material