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Lead Free Brass Ball Valve

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$10.25

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SKU:
VBBILF12

Description

Heavy-Duty Control. Lead-Free Safety.

The Lead Free Brass Ball Valve is the professional standard for reliable water shut-off in residential and commercial plumbing systems. Featuring a full-port design, this valve ensures unrestricted water flow, minimizing pressure loss to downstream components like filters or pressure regulators. Its durable brass construction is certified lead-free, making it safe for use with potable water lines as well as general irrigation.

Equipped with a quarter-turn lever handle, this valve offers instant on/off control, allowing you to quickly isolate zones or shut down the main water supply for maintenance. As one of our most robust irrigation fittings, it is built to withstand high pressure, temperature fluctuations, and corrosion better than standard PVC valves.

Why Choose Lead-Free Brass?
  • Full Port Flow: The internal bore matches the pipe size, allowing for maximum flow volume and reduced friction loss compared to standard port valves.
  • Potable Water Safe: Manufactured from lead-free brass alloys, meeting federal standards for safe drinking water applications.
  • Superior Durability: Brass withstands physical impact, UV exposure, and high pressures far better than plastic alternatives, ensuring a long service life.
  • Blow-Out Proof Stem: Designed with safety in mind, the stem is installed from the inside to prevent it from being blown out by high internal pressure.
  • Corrosion Resistant: Chrome-plated brass ball and Teflon (PTFE) seats resist scale build-up and corrosion for smooth operation year after year.
Technical Specifications

Industrial-grade specs for your system.

Specification Details
Product Type Full Port Ball Valve
Handle Style Quarter-Turn Steel Lever with Vinyl Grip
Pressure Rating 600 PSI (WOG - Water, Oil, Gas)
Manufacturer Aqualine
MPN (1/2") BBV-050-LF
MPN (3/4") BBV-075-LF
MPN (1") BBV-100-LF
MPN (1 1/2") BBV-150-LF
MPN (2") BBV-200-LF
How to Install: A Step-by-Step Guide

Install securely using threaded connections.

Step 1: Clean Threads
Ensure the male threads of the pipe or nipple you are connecting are clean and free of debris.

Step 2: Apply Tape
Wrap Thread Seal Tape (Teflon tape) 3-4 times clockwise around the male threads of your pipe or fitting.

Step 3: Tighten
Screw the pipe into the valve's FPT threads by hand until snug. Use a wrench to tighten it further, ensuring the handle is positioned correctly for easy operation. Do not overtighten.

Step 4: Check Flow
Note the handle position: When the handle is parallel to the pipe, the valve is OPEN. When perpendicular, it is CLOSED.

✔ Compatibility Check

Verify your connection:

  • Thread Type: Female Pipe Thread (FPT) on both ends. Requires Male Pipe Thread (MPT) fittings or nipples to connect.
  • Not for Hose Threads: This will NOT screw directly onto a garden hose faucet without an adapter.
  • Lead-Free: Safe for potable water applications.

Complete Your System

Finish your setup with these recommended components:

  • Thread Seal Tape: Essential for creating watertight threaded connections.
  • Valve Box: Protect your valve from dirt, weather, and accidental damage.
  • Backflow Preventer: Required for most systems connected to a potable water source.
  • Filters: Install downstream to keep your irrigation lines free of debris.

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