It can be used for on-off and throttling operations. The valve has a sleeve which is replaceable. It has low maintenance cost, low pressure drop and low initial cost. It can be used for handing slurries. Its operation mechanism is completely isolated from fluid. This eliminates problems of corrosion and contamination. Sleeves can be made of rubber or plastic. Pinch valve can be designed for pressures up to 20 kg/cm2, and temperature up to 250°C. Pinch valve is not suitable for vacuum operation.