Needle valve

{
  "id": "MLC-T-IND-003867",
  "term": "Needle valve",
  "field": "Industrial and trades",
  "definition": "A type of valve with a small, tapered stem that precisely controls the flow rate of a fluid. The fine adjustment of the stem into a small orifice allows for very accurate regulation of flow, making it suitable for applications requiring precise metering. These valves are often used in instrumentation and gas control systems.",
  "subject": "Plumbing",
  "references": [
    "needle valve - definition and meaning (Wordnik)"
  ],
  "translations": {
    "de": "Nadelventil",
    "es": "válvula de aguja",
    "fr": "vanne à pointeau"
  },
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/industrial/needle-valve/"
}