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Fuel tank isolation valves for evaporative emissions control

A fuel tank isolation valve (FTIV) is an evaporative emissions (EVAP) system component that isolates the fuel tank from the vapor management system during specific operating and diagnostic conditions. This controlled isolation helps manage tank pressure, prevent unintended vapor flow, and enable accurate leak detection to support emissions compliance.

Also known as fuel isolation valves or tank shutoff valves, FTIVs play a critical role in system performance and safety. Proper operation ensures consistent EVAP system behavior across varying conditions while supporting compliance with global emissions standards.

Eaton fuel tank isolation valves are engineered for reliable sealing performance and long-term durability across modern vehicle architectures, fuel types, and operating environments.

Challenges in fuel tank isolation & emissions compliance

OEMs face increasing challenges related to fuel tank isolation and evaporative emissions control, including:

  • Stricter global evaporative emissions regulations
  • False EVAP leak detection caused by inconsistent sealing
  • Durability demands under temperature, vibration, and fuel exposure
  • Packaging constraints in compact vehicle architectures
  • Platform standardization across regions and programs

These challenges require precise tank isolation, repeatable sealing performance, and predictable pressure relief behavior across vehicle platforms.

Eaton’s fuel tank isolation valve solution

Eaton fuel tank isolation valves are designed using an engineering‑led approach focused on isolation reliability, diagnostic accuracy, and long‑term durability. By emphasizing system‑level performance, Eaton supports OEMs in developing robust EVAP architectures that meet regulatory and operational requirements.

Key Fuel Tank Isolation Valve Design & Performance Capabilities

  • Vapor isolation: Prevents unintended fuel vapor flow from the tank to the canister
  • Over‑pressure relief (OPR): Relieves excess tank pressure at a defined limit and reseals within a specified range
  • Over‑vacuum relief (ORV): Relieves excessive tank vacuum and reseals at a defined threshold
  • Depressurize and fill: Enables fuel filling without vapor or liquid spit‑back
  • Pressure control: Maintains stable tank pressure, prevents carbon canister overloading, supports proper air/fuel mixture, and avoids prolonged tank depressurization
  • Design flexibility: Adaptable across multiple vehicle platforms

Designed for global emissions standards

Eaton fuel tank isolation valves are engineered for use in regulated fuel systems worldwide. Designs support global evaporative emissions compliance programs and modern onboard diagnostics strategies, enabling consistent fuel system architectures across regions.

Why OEMs choose Eaton for fuel tank isolation valves

  • System level fuel and EVAP expertise
  • Proven emissions control portfolio
  • Global manufacturing and quality consistency
  • Engineering solutions to provide OVR and OPR opening points tailored to OEM system requirements
  • Packaging and mounting solutions into tight OEM system environment

Selection factors vary by OEM and application; Eaton supports these requirements through system‑level EVAP experience and global engineering support.

Part of Eaton’s fuel emissions control portfolio

Fuel tank isolation valves integrate with Eaton’s broader fuel emissions control solutions, including:

  • Inlet check valves
  • EVAP canister systems
  • Fuel vapor management components

Each solution is designed to support compliant, durable fuel system architectures.

Fuel tank isolation valve operation overview

This video shows how an FTIV isolates the fuel tank, manages pressure, and supports EVAP diagnostics during real operating states.

规格

Operating states and functional performance

Fuel tank isolation valve performance can be described by valve state, pressure management behavior, and system integration characteristics.

Valve State: ON

  • Short fuel system depressurization times
  • High maximum vapor flow capability
  • Low pressure drop across the valve
  • Quick valve response times

Valve State: OFF

  • Adjustable over‑pressure relief (OPR) functionality
  • Adjustable over‑vacuum relief (OVR) functionality
  • High relief flow gain
  • Low internal leakage characteristics

Pressure management and flow control

  • Controlled fuel tank vapor depressurization
  • Precise metering control of fuel vapor flow from tank to canister
  • Stabilization of tank pressure within defined safety ranges
  • Two‑stage flow control architecture supporting rapid depressurization while minimizing downstream valve corking

Design and architecture

  • Inline fuel tank isolation valve architecture
  • Two‑stage design supporting controlled depressurization and pressure management
  • Reduced internal fuel vapor permeation paths compared to conventional architectures
  • Integrated pressure relief and vacuum relief functionality

Packaging and integration

  • Compact, lightweight inline valve design
  • Optimized packaging for installation in constrained fuel system environments
  • Flexible mounting solutions and orientations
  • Support for both 90° and 180° mounting configurations

Configuration options

  • Adjustable port sizes
  • Configurable connection styles
  • Multiple electrical connector options available

Application compatibility

  • Regulated fuel systems
  • Pressurized fuel tank architectures
  • Plug‑in hybrid electric vehicles (PHEVs)
  • Hybrid and advanced powertrain applications
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