The difference and the same between the American standard gate valve and the gate

What are the differences and similarities between gate valves and gates? In fact, these are two types of similar devices. First of all, let's talk about gate valves. This kind of valve is also called gate valve. Since the opening and closing part inside it is in the form of a gate, its use in the pipeline generally also plays a role of cutting off, which is actually similar to the use of a gate. The opening and closing of the gate is also based on cutting off, but for the American standard gate valve, in fact, this form of cutting off is mainly manifested in the blocking effect of the medium in the pipeline. Many times, this kind of valve is used in order to control the flow of the medium in the pipeline to a certain extent to prevent the excessive flow of the medium from affecting the pipeline wall.
The gate is mainly used in reservoirs and some water conservancy projects. The main function is to regulate the flow of the fluid medium and control the water level. Unlike the gate valve in the American standard valve, the opening speed and closing speed of this gate are relatively slow, which has a certain effect on the control of water flow during flood discharge in the reservoir.