1/2 LFFBV-M 21/2-4

Item Number: 0792524
1 1
$142.51
Limited Stock (2)
Estimated transit time: 2 to 5 Business Days Eligible for Express Shipping

Brand - Watts
  • Size: 1/2 inch
  • Weight: 3.6 lb
  • End Connections: Male NPT x Female NPT
  • Lead Free* Silicon Bronze Body
  • Full Port Design
  • Maximum Operating Pressure: 600 psi WOG Non-Shock
  • Temperature Range: 0°F to 350°F
  • Bottom-Loaded Blowout Proof Stem
  • Virgin PTFE Seats and Stem Packing

Description

This Watts 1/2 inch Lead Free Full Port Bronze Ball Valve, Series LFFBV, is designed for commercial and industrial applications. Featuring a 2-piece, full port design, it ensures maximum flow and minimal pressure drop. Its lead-free construction makes it suitable for potable water applications, complying with relevant standards. The valve has a male NPT x female NPT connection, making it ideal as a test cock for 2.5 to 4 inch backflow preventers or as an isolation valve for gauges. It offers a 600 psi WOG non-shock pressure rating and operates within a 0°F to 350°F temperature range.

Help Me Connect

This Watts Series LFFBV 1/2 inch ball valve features 1/2 inch Male NPT (National Pipe Taper) threads on one end and 1/2 inch Female NPT threads on the other. It is primarily used as a test cock for 2 1/2 to 4 inch lead free backflow preventers, allowing for easy pressure testing. Additionally, it can function as an isolation valve for connecting gauges or small equipment lines where a reliable, quarter-turn shutoff is required. Ensure compatibility with mating 1/2 inch NPT male and female connections.

View full details

Additional Details

This Watts Series LFFBV 1/2 inch Lead Free Full Port Bronze Ball Valve is designed as a test cock for use with 2 1/2 to 4 inch backflow preventers or as an isolation valve for gauges and small equipment lines.

Features

  • 2-piece, full port design ensures maximum flow capacity and minimal pressure drop.
  • Suitable for a full range of liquids and gases.
  • Equipped with a bottom loaded blowout proof stem for enhanced safety.
  • Features virgin PTFE stem packing seal, thrust washer, and seats.
  • Offers fast quarter-turn open or close operation for quick control.
  • Adjustable stem packing gland for easy maintenance.
  • Lead Free* construction means the wetted surface contacted by consumable water contains less than 0.25% of lead by weight, complying with Lead Free* installation requirements.

Specifications

  • Valve Type: 2-Piece, Full Port Ball Valve
  • Size: 1/2 inch
  • End Connections: 1/2 inch Male NPT x Female NPT
  • Body Material: Lead Free* Silicon Bronze
  • Ball Material: Chrome Plated Lead Free* Brass
  • Stem Material: Brass
  • Seat Material: Virgin PTFE
  • Stem Packing: Virgin PTFE
  • Thrust Washer Material: Virgin PTFE
  • Handle Nut Material: Zinc Plated Carbon Steel
  • Handle Material: Zinc Plated Carbon Steel with Vinyl Insulator
  • Maximum Operating Pressure (WOG Non-Shock): 600 psi (41 bar) @ 100°F (38°C)
  • Maximum Operating Pressure (WSP): 125 psi (8.6 bar) @ 125psi (8.6 bar)
  • Temperature Range: 0°F to 350°F (-18°C to 177°C) @ 50 psi (3.4 bar)

Certificates & Approvals

  • Complies with MSS-SP-110
  • Lead Free* Construction

FAQs

What is the primary use of this 1/2 inch ball valve?

This 1/2 inch ball valve is primarily used as a test cock for 2 1/2 to 4 inch lead free backflow preventers or as an isolation valve for gauges and small equipment lines.

What type of connections does this valve have?

This valve features 1/2 inch Male NPT threads on one end and 1/2 inch Female NPT threads on the other, designed for threaded pipe connections.

Is this Watts LFFBV valve lead-free?

Yes, this valve features Lead Free* construction, meaning the wetted surfaces contacted by consumable water contain less than 0.25% lead by weight, complying with Lead Free* installation requirements.

What are the maximum pressure and temperature ratings for this valve?

The valve has a maximum operating pressure of 600 psi (WOG non-shock) and can handle temperatures ranging from 0°F to 350°F.

What materials are used for the body and ball of this valve?

The body is constructed from Lead Free* silicon bronze, and the ball is made from chrome plated Lead Free* brass, ensuring durability and compliance.