1 1/2 4000B
Item Number: 0436094Brand - Ames
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- Nominal Size: 1 1/2 inch (40mm)
- Weight: 18.75 lb
- Body Material: Bronze
- Connection Type: NPT
- Quarter Turn Ball Valve Shutoffs
- Max Operating Pressure: 175 psi
- Single access cover for easy maintenance
- No special tools required for servicing
- ASSE 1013 and CSA B64.4 Approved
Description
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Connections
This 1 1/2 inch backflow preventer assembly is equipped with NPT end connections as standard. It also features quarter turn ball valve shutoffs for reliable isolation.
For applications requiring union inlet and outlet connections, specific models with the 'U' prefix are available (though this specific SKU is NPT standard).

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Additional Details
This 1 1/2 inch Reduced Pressure Zone Backflow Preventer Assembly is designed to protect potable water supplies from dangerous cross-connections caused by back-siphonage or backpressure.
It is ideal for continuous pressure piping applications and health-hazard cross-connections, preventing polluted water from entering the drinking water supply.
Construction & Design
- Features a bronze body construction for durability in sizes 1/2 inch to 2 inch.
- Equipped with two in-line, independent check valves and an intermediate relief valve.
- Includes quarter turn ball valve shutoffs with lever handles and NPT end connections.
- Replaceable check seats and an internal relief valve for reduced space requirements and economical repair.
- Large body passages provide low pressure drop.
- Compact, space saving design facilitates installation.
Maintenance & Servicing
- Single access cover and modular check construction for ease of maintenance and in-line repairs.
- Top entry design ensures all internals are immediately accessible.
- Captured springs provide for safe maintenance.
- Screwdriver slotted ball valve test cocks.
- No special tools are required for servicing.
A WARNING: It is illegal to use this product in any plumbing system providing water for human consumption, such as drinking or dishwashing, in the United States without consulting local water authority, building, and plumbing codes.
Specifications
- Nominal Size: 1 1/2 inch (40mm)
- Body Material: Bronze
- Disc Material: Silicone Rubber (first and second check, relief valve)
- Check Seat Material: Polymer (replaceable)
- Relief Valve Seat Material: Stainless Steel (removable)
- Cover Bolt Material: Stainless Steel
- Connection Type: NPT (standard)
- Shutoff Type: Quarter Turn Ball Valves (with lever handles)
- Maximum Supply Pressure: 175 psi (12.06 bar)
- Maximum Water Temperature: 180°F (75°C)
- Overall Length (A): 17 7/8 inches (454 mm)
- Product Weight: 16.32 lbs (7.4 kg)
Certificates & Approvals
- ASSE Std. 1013
- AWWA Std. C511-92
- USC Manual 8th Edition
- IAPMO File No. 1563
- CSA B64.4
- UPC Classified cULus
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