The differences between ball valves and pipes are as follows:

The ball valve is a kind of opening and closing part. The opening and closing part (ball) is driven by the valve stem and rotates around the axis of the ball valve. It can be used for the regulation and control of fluids.

Pipes are devices connected by pipes, pipe connectors and valves for transporting gases, liquids or fluids with solid particles.

Ball valves can be used in place of other valves:

Ball valves and butterfly valves are interchangeable. Ball valves are suitable for flow control and cut-off, and large-mouth golden butterfly valves can be used for flow regulation.

If the liquid medium is not particularly corrosive and has high viscosity, ball valves can be preferred. However, in large-diameter pipelines and low-temperature environments, butterfly valves are more suitable.

When low resistance and large flow are desired, ball valves can be used to replace solenoid valves, globe valves and other valves.

The specific usage should be determined according to the actual situation.