1 1/2 LF2000BM2

Item Number: 0425003
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$1,506.00
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Brand - Ames
  • Size: 1 1/2 inch (40mm)
  • Weight: 17.45 lb
  • Body Material: Lead Free* cast silicon copper alloy
  • Maximum Working Pressure: 175 psi
  • Temperature Range: 33°F - 140°F
  • End Connections: NPT threaded
  • Installation: Horizontal or Vertical
  • Approvals: ASSE 1015, AWWA C510, UPC, cULus, CSA B64.5
  • Maintenance: Single top entry cover, no special tools required

Description

The Ames Fire & Waterworks LF2000BM2 is a 1 1/2 inch Lead Free Double Check Valve Backflow Preventer Assembly, designed to safeguard potable water supplies from pollution in non-health hazard cross-connections. Constructed with lead-free cast silicon copper alloy, it ensures compliance with lead content requirements. This compact unit features NPT end connections, quarter-turn ball valve shutoffs, and top-mounted test cocks. It can be installed horizontally or vertically and offers easy maintenance with a single access cover. Approved by ASSE 1015, AWWA C510, UPC, and cULus, it operates up to 175 psi. Item number 0425003.

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Connections and Installation

  • This 1 1/2 inch backflow preventer features NPT end connections for secure threading into your plumbing system.
  • It is suitable for installation in both horizontal and vertical orientations, offering flexibility for various piping configurations.
  • Designed for cross-connections identified as non-health hazard applications to protect potable water supplies.
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Additional Details

This Ames Fire & Waterworks LF2000BM2 1 1/2 inch Lead Free Double Check Valve Backflow Preventer Assembly is designed to prevent the reverse flow of polluted water into the potable water supply, typically for non-health hazard cross-connections. Its compact, modular design allows for both horizontal and vertical installations.

Construction & Design

  • Features Lead Free* cast silicon copper alloy body construction to comply with Lead Free* installation requirements.
  • Compact modular design with a single top entry access cover for easy maintenance.
  • Includes two positive seating check modules with captured springs and rubber seat discs.
  • Equipped with two quarter turn ball valve shutoffs with lever handles for isolation.
  • Four top mounted ball valve type test cocks are integrated.

Maintenance & Operation

  • Designed for ease of maintenance with only one access cover.
  • Replaceable seats and seat discs allow for simplified service.
  • No special tools are required for maintenance.
  • Offers a low pressure drop for efficient flow.

Specifications

General

  • Size: 1 1/2 inch (40mm)
  • Body Material: Lead Free* cast silicon copper alloy
  • End Connections: NPT threaded
  • Design: Double Check Valve Assembly (DCVA)
  • Installation Orientation: Horizontal or Vertical
  • Access: Single top entry cover
  • Shutoffs: Quarter turn ball valves with lever handles
  • Test Cocks: Top mounted ball valve type

Performance

  • Maximum Working Pressure: 175 psi (12.06 bar)
  • Temperature Range: 33°F – 140°F (0.5°C – 60°C)
  • Lead Content: Wetted surface contains less than 0.25% by weight

Certificates & Approvals

  • ASSE Standard: 1015
  • AWWA Standard: C510
  • IAPMO Standard: PS31
  • Approvals: UPC, cULus, CSA B64.5
  • Certified by: Foundation for Cross-Connection Control and Hydraulic Research at the University of Southern California

FAQs

What type of backflow prevention does this assembly provide?

This is a Double Check Valve Assembly (DCVA), designed to prevent the reverse flow of polluted water into the potable water supply. It is used for cross-connections identified as non-health hazard applications.

What materials is the LF2000BM2 made from?

The body is constructed from a Lead Free* cast silicon copper alloy. The wetted surface contacted by consumable water contains less than 0.25% lead by weight, complying with lead-free installation requirements.

What are the connection types and sizes for this backflow preventer?

This assembly features 1 1/2 inch NPT (National Pipe Taper) end connections, designed for secure threaded installation into your plumbing system.

Can this backflow preventer be installed in any orientation?

Yes, the Ames LF2000BM2 Double Check Valve Assembly is approved for installation in both horizontal and vertical orientations, providing flexibility for various piping setups.

What are the key maintenance features of this backflow preventer?

It is designed for ease of maintenance with a single top entry access cover. It also features replaceable seats and seat discs, and no special tools are required for service.