The inlet valve is made up of which of the following?

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  1. Nickel - chromium steel
  2. Aluminium alloy
  3. Silicon - chromium steel
  4. High carbon steel

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Option 1 : Nickel - chromium steel
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Explanation:

Valves of Engine:

Functions of valves:

  • To open and close the inlet and exhaust passages of the cylinder.
  • To dissipate heat, through its seat to the cylinder head.

Valve Materials:

  • Inlet valve: Nickel-chromium steel alloy with satellite facing
  • Exhaust valve: Silicon-chrome alloy steel sodium-filled valves

Construction of a valve:

  • The head (1) of the valve is ground with a margin (2) to provide strength.
  • The valve face (3) is ground to a 30° or 45° angle which matches with the seat angle to avoid leakage.
  • The valve stem (4) is of round shape.
  • The length of the stem varies from engine to engine.
  • At the end of the stem, a groove (5) is provided to hold the spring lock. In some heavy-duty engines, the valves are hollow, and sodium is filled inside, which helps in the quick cooling of the valve.

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