10 C300N-OSY-GPM

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Brand - Ames
  • Size: 10 inch
  • Weight: 1106.0 lb
  • Housing Material: 304 (Schedule 40) Stainless Steel
  • Maximum Working Pressure: 175 psi
  • Check Valve Type: Patented Tri-Link Check
  • Shutoff Valves: OS&Y Resilient Seated Gate Valves
  • Bypass Assembly: Gallon per minute meter included
  • Installation: Horizontal, Vertical, N-Pattern
  • Certifications: UL Classified, FM Approved, AWWA C510-97

Description

The Colt 10 inch C300N Double Check Detector Backflow Preventer Assembly is a compact, high-performance device designed to safeguard potable water supplies from dangerous cross-connections in non-health hazard applications. Constructed from durable 304 stainless steel with patented Tri-Link Checks, it offers lowest pressure loss and ease of serviceability. Featuring OS&Y shutoff valves and a gallon per minute bypass meter, it monitors water use and prevents backflow. UL Classified and FM Approved, this assembly is rated for 175 psi maximum working pressure and supports N-pattern, horizontal, or vertical installations.

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Connections

  • This 10 inch C300N Double Check Detector Assembly features groove end connections for integral pipeline adjustment.
  • The OS&Y gate valves are designed for secure integration into fire sprinkler systems and other non-potable service lines.
  • The assembly supports horizontal, vertical, or N pattern installations, providing flexibility for various plumbing layouts.
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Additional Details

This Colt Series C300N 10 inch Double Check Detector Backflow Preventer Assembly is designed to protect drinking water supplies from dangerous cross-connections, particularly in non-health hazard applications such as fire line sprinkler systems, irrigation, and industrial processing.

It monitors for unauthorized water use and prevents reverse flow due to backsiphonage or backpressure.

Construction & Features

  • Features an extremely compact design and is 70% lighter than traditional models, allowing for smaller vaults and enclosures.
  • The housing and sleeve are constructed from 304 (Schedule 40) stainless steel for long-term corrosion protection and maximum strength.
  • Equipped with Patented Tri-Link Check modules which provide the lowest pressure loss and unmatched ease of serviceability.
  • Groove fittings allow for integral pipeline adjustment.
  • Includes OS&Y (Outside Stem and Yoke) resilient seated gate valves and four test cocks.
  • Furnished with a gallon per minute meter in the bypass assembly to detect underground leaks and unauthorized water use.
  • Can be installed in horizontal, vertical, or N pattern installations.
  • Optional integrated supervisory switch on each gate valve of the OS&Y model (UL Certified, Safety Signaling, Control No. 3L38).
  • Check discs feature replaceable check disc rubber for easy maintenance.

WARNING: It is illegal to use this product in any plumbing system providing water for human consumption, such as drinking or dishwashing, in the United States. Before installing standard material product, consult your local water authority, building and plumbing codes.

Specifications

General

  • Product Type: Double Check Detector Backflow Preventer Assembly
  • Series: C300N
  • Size: 10 inch
  • Brand: Colt (Ames Fire & Waterworks)
  • Model: OS&Y (Outside Stem and Yoke) Shutoffs
  • Installation Pattern: N-Pattern, Horizontal, or Vertical

Materials

  • Housing & Sleeve Material: 304 (Schedule 40) Stainless Steel
  • Elastomers: EPDM, Silicone, Buna 'N'
  • Tri-Link Checks Material: Noryl®, Stainless Steel
  • Check Discs: Reversible Silicone or EPDM
  • Test Cocks: Lead Free* Bronze Body
  • Pins & Fasteners: 300 Series Stainless Steel
  • Springs: Stainless Steel

Performance

  • Maximum Working Pressure: 175 psi (12.1 bar)
  • Temperature Range: 33°F – 140°F (0.5°C – 60°C)
  • Pressure Loss: Lowest pressure loss (Patented Tri-Link Check)

Certificates & Approvals

  • UL Classified
  • FM Approved
  • Approved by the Foundation for Cross-Connection Control and Hydraulic Research at The University of Southern California (USC)
  • AWWA C510-97
  • CSA B64.5 (for OS&Y models)
  • Supervisory Switch: UL Certified, Safety Signaling, Control No. 3L38 (for integrated supervisory switch option)

FAQs

What is the primary use of the Colt C300N Double Check Detector Assembly?

The primary use is to protect drinking water supplies from dangerous cross-connections in non-health hazard applications, such as fire line sprinkler systems, irrigation, or industrial processing, by preventing reverse flow due to backsiphonage or backpressure.

What material is the housing and sleeve of this backflow preventer made from?

The housing and sleeve are constructed from 304 (Schedule 40) stainless steel, which provides long-term corrosion protection and maximum strength.

What is the maximum operating pressure and temperature range for this assembly?

This assembly has a maximum working pressure of 175 psi (12.1 bar) and an operating temperature range of 33°F to 140°F (0.5°C to 60°C).

Can this backflow preventer be installed in different orientations?

Yes, it can be installed in horizontal, vertical, or N pattern configurations, offering flexibility for various plumbing system layouts.

Does this model include a meter for water monitoring?

Yes, this assembly is furnished with a gallon per minute meter in its bypass assembly, which is designed to detect underground leaks and unauthorized water use.

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