1.25 975 RP FNPT X FNPT, BUTTERFLY SHUTOFF, SUPERVISORY SWITCH

Item Number: 114-975XLBFSS
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Brand - Wilkins

  • Size: 1.25 inch
  • Backflow Preventer Type: Reduced Pressure (RP)
  • Connections: FNPT x FNPT
  • Shutoff Valves: Butterfly type
  • Monitoring: Supervisory switch included

Description

The 1.25 inch Reduced Pressure (RP) backflow preventer features female NPT connections and integrated butterfly shutoff valves. This essential device protects potable water from contamination by preventing backpressure and backsiphonage. It includes a supervisory switch to monitor the valve positions, enhancing system reliability and compliance. Designed for critical applications, this unit ensures water safety. Item number 114-975XLBFSS.

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Connections

  • The 1.25 inch Female NPT inlet connection is designed to connect to a 1.25 inch Male NPT threaded pipe.
  • The 1.25 inch Female NPT outlet connection is designed to connect to a 1.25 inch Male NPT threaded pipe.
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Additional Details

This is a 1.25 inch Reduced Pressure (RP) backflow preventer designed to protect potable water supplies from contamination. It features Female NPT (National Pipe Taper) connections on both the inlet and outlet, and is equipped with integral butterfly shutoff valves.

The unit includes a supervisory switch to monitor the position of the shutoff valves, providing critical status updates for system integrity.

Connections

  • Inlet Connection: 1.25 inch Female NPT
  • Outlet Connection: 1.25 inch Female NPT

Features

  • Reduced Pressure (RP) assembly for high hazard protection
  • Equipped with butterfly shutoff valves
  • Integrated supervisory switch for valve position monitoring

Specifications

  • Size: 1.25 inch
  • Backflow Preventer Type: Reduced Pressure (RP)
  • Inlet Connection: Female NPT
  • Outlet Connection: Female NPT
  • Shutoff Valve Type: Butterfly
  • Monitoring Feature: Supervisory Switch

FAQs

What type of backflow preventer is this?

This is a Reduced Pressure (RP) backflow preventer, designed to protect against both backpressure and backsiphonage in high hazard conditions.

What are the connection sizes and types for this unit?

The unit features 1.25 inch Female NPT (National Pipe Taper) connections on both the inlet and outlet, allowing for threaded pipe installation.

What is the purpose of the supervisory switch?

The supervisory switch monitors the open or closed position of the shutoff valves, providing an electrical signal to a control panel in case of valve closure.

What kind of shutoff valves does this backflow preventer use?

This backflow preventer is equipped with butterfly shutoff valves, which are typically used for quick on/off control of fluid flow.

Can this backflow preventer be used in fire protection systems?

While RP backflow preventers are used in various systems, the inclusion of a supervisory switch makes it suitable for applications where valve position monitoring is required, often found in fire protection systems.