1/4 LFFPTC-F

Item Number: 781075LL
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$33.75
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Brand - Febco
  • Nominal Size: 1/4 inch
  • Weight: 0.13 lb
  • Connections: 1/4 inch Male NPT x 1/4 inch Female NPT
  • Body Material: Lead Free Cast Copper Silicon Alloy
  • Application: Testing 1 1/4 to 2 inch backflow preventers
  • Also functions as an isolation or balancing valve for gauges
  • Operation: Quarter-turn with coin/screwdriver slot
  • Features: PTFE stem packing seal and low pressure drop
  • Weight: 0.06 lbs

Description

The FEBCO 1/4 inch Lead Free Full Port Test Cock is a versatile valve designed for non-health hazard applications. It is primarily used for testing 1 1/4 to 2 inch lead free backflow preventers, and can also serve as an isolation or balancing valve for gauges. Constructed from lead free cast copper silicon alloy, it features a full port design for low pressure drop and a reliable PTFE stem packing seal. The quarter-turn operation is convenient, and its lead free construction meets installation requirements. Item number 781075LL.

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Compatibility

  • This full port test cock is designed for use in testing procedures for 1 1/4 inch to 2 inch lead free backflow preventers.
  • It can also be integrated into systems as an isolation valve for gauges or a balancing valve for gauges.

Connections

  • The test cock features a 1/4 inch Male NPT threaded connection on one end.
  • The opposite end has a 1/4 inch Female NPT threaded connection.
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Additional Details

This 1/4 inch lead free full port test cock is designed for testing 1 1/4 to 2 inch lead free backflow preventers, and also serves as an isolation or balancing valve for gauges.

Construction & Design

  • Features a durable Lead Free Cast Copper Silicon Alloy body.
  • Full port design ensures low pressure drop across the valve.
  • Equipped with a PTFE stem packing seal, thrust washer, and seat for reliable operation.
  • The valve allows quarter-turn open or close operation, accessible with a coin or screwdriver.
  • Ideal for throttling and balancing applications with non-abrasive fluids, effectively handling flow from 20% to 100% of valve capacity.
  • Designed for low operating torque, making it easy to use.

Compliance

  • Lead Free construction complies with current installation requirements, ensuring the wetted surface contains less than 0.25% lead by weight.

Specifications

  • Valve Type: Full Port Test Cock
  • Nominal Size: 1/4 inch
  • Connections: 1/4 inch Male NPT x 1/4 inch Female NPT
  • Body Material: Lead Free Cast Copper Silicon Alloy
  • Stem Packing: PTFE
  • Operation: Quarter-turn (Coin/Screwdriver Slot)
  • Flow Capacity: 20% to 100% of valve capacity (throttling/balancing)
  • Approximate Weight: 0.06 lbs
  • Overall Length (A): 1.875 inches (48 mm)
  • Body Width (B): 0.6875 inches (17 mm)
  • Valve Body Length (F): 0.6875 inches (17 mm)
  • Valve Body Height (G): 0.6875 inches (17 mm)

FAQs

What is the primary application of the FEBCO 1/4 inch Lead Free Full Port Test Cock?

This test cock is primarily used for testing 1 1/4 to 2 inch lead free backflow preventers. It can also function as an isolation valve or a balancing valve for gauges.

What are the connection types and sizes for this test cock?

This test cock features 1/4 inch Male NPT (National Pipe Taper) threads on one end and 1/4 inch Female NPT threads on the other end.

What material is the body of this test cock made from?

The body of the test cock is constructed from Lead Free Cast Copper Silicon Alloy, ensuring compliance with lead-free installation requirements.

Is this product suitable for use in potable water systems?

Yes, its 'Lead Free' construction means the wetted surface contains less than 0.25% lead by weight, making it suitable for applications where lead-free components are required.

How is the valve operated?

The valve utilizes a quarter-turn mechanism for opening and closing, which can be operated using a coin or a screwdriver.