Rod-Handle Butterfly Valve vs. Lever-Duckbill Butterfly Valve: Which Is Better for Your Craft Beer Brewing Equipment?
Selecting the right sanitary valves is crucial for any craft beer brewing equipment setup—whether it’s a brewhouse system, a fermentation cellar, or a CIP cleaning loop. Among the most commonly used valves are the rod-handle (pull-handle) butterfly valve and the lever-duckbill butterfly valve. Although both valves look similar and are widely used in stainless steel brewery fittings, their performance, durability, and user experience can vary greatly.
This article compares the two valve types in terms of structure, operation, hygiene, maintenance, and where they best fit in a microbrewery system.