1 LF2000BM1-FP

Item Number: 88007252
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Brand - Ames
  • Size: 1 inch
  • Weight: 12.7 lb
  • Body Material: Lead Free Bronze
  • Max Working Pressure: 175 PSI
  • Temperature Range: 33°F - 140°F
  • Connections: Female NPT Inlet/Outlet
  • Isolation Valves: Gear Operated Slow Close with Tamper Switches
  • Approvals: ASSE 1015, AWWA C510, CSA B64.5, UL, IAPMO/CUPC
  • Maintenance: Top entry access with single cover

Description

This 1 inch Lead Free Bronze Double Check Valve Backflow Preventer Assembly is designed to prevent contaminated water from entering the potable water supply in non-health hazard cross-connection applications. It features a lead-free cast copper silicon alloy body, gear-operated slow-close isolation valves with pre-wired tamper switches, and NPT end connections. The compact, modular design allows for easy maintenance with a single top-entry cover. Approved for horizontal and vertical installations, this assembly meets ASSE 1015 and AWWA C510 standards, providing reliable backflow protection. It has a maximum working pressure of 175 PSI and a temperature range of 33°F to 140°F.

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Connections

  • This assembly features 1 inch Female NPT (National Pipe Taper) end connections.
  • It is designed to connect to 1 inch Male NPT pipes or fittings on both the inlet and outlet sides.

Installation Notes

This double check valve assembly is approved for both horizontal and vertical 'Flow-Up' installations. Always inquire with local governing authorities for specific installation requirements and ensure compliance with national plumbing codes.

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Additional Details

This 1 inch double check valve backflow preventer assembly is designed to prevent the reverse flow of polluted water into the potable water supply. It is ideal for protection at cross-connections identified as non-health hazard applications and from other contaminants found at the service line entrance.

Features

  • Lead Free* bronze body construction (less than 0.25% lead by weight)
  • Equipped with gear operated slow close isolation valves and two pre-wired tamper switches
  • Top entry design with a single access cover for easy maintenance
  • Replaceable seats and seat discs
  • Compact design with modular construction
  • Low pressure drop
  • Top mounted ball valve type test cocks
  • No special tools are required for maintenance

Intended Use

  • Prevents backflow of contaminated water into the potable water supply
  • Suitable for cross-connections identified as non-health hazard applications
  • Approved for horizontal and vertical installations

Specifications

  • Product Type: Double Check Valve Backflow Preventer Assembly
  • Nominal Size: 1 inch
  • Body Material: Lead Free* Cast Copper Silicon Alloy (Bronze)
  • End Connections: Female NPT Inlet/Outlet
  • Isolation Valves: Gear Operated Slow Close
  • Test Cocks: Top Mounted Ball Valve Type
  • Working Pressure: 175 PSI (12.1 bar)
  • Temperature Range: 33°F - 140°F (0.5°C - 60°C)

Certificates & Approvals

  • ASSE 1015 Listed
  • AWWA Standard C510 Compliant
  • CSA B64.5
  • UL Classified (US & Canada)
  • IAPMO/CUPC
  • NFPA 13, 14, 15, 16, 20, 22 & 24 Compliant
  • Approved by Foundation for Cross-Connection Control and Hydraulic Research at The University of Southern California (FCCCHR-USC)
  • End Connections Gear-Operated Ball Valves - National Pipe Thread Taper ANSI/ASME B1.20.1

FAQs

What is the primary purpose of this double check valve assembly?

This 1 inch Lead Free Double Check Valve Backflow Preventer Assembly is designed to prevent the reverse flow of polluted water into the potable water supply from non-health hazard cross-connections.

What type of connections does this backflow preventer use?

This assembly features Female NPT (National Pipe Taper) end connections for both the inlet and outlet, conforming to ANSI/ASME B1.20.1 standards.

What are the temperature and pressure ratings for this device?

The maximum working pressure for this backflow preventer is 175 PSI (12.1 bar), and its operational temperature range is 33°F to 140°F (0.5°C to 60°C).

Is this backflow preventer approved for vertical installation?

Yes, this double check valve assembly is approved for both horizontal and vertical 'Flow-Up' installations on all sizes, including the 1 inch model.

Does this product contain lead?

This assembly is constructed from Lead Free* cast copper silicon alloy, meaning the wetted surface of the product contains less than 0.25% of lead by weight to comply with reduced lead content standards.