3 2000SS-NRS

Item Number: 0690482
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Brand - Ames
  • Size: 3 inch
  • Weight: 180.0 lb
  • Body Material: 300 Series Stainless Steel
  • Check Assembly Material: Noryl®
  • Maximum Working Pressure: 175 PSI
  • Temperature Range: 33°F - 110°F
  • Lead Free: Yes (less than 0.25% lead content)
  • Low head loss with Cam-Check Assembly
  • Approved for horizontal and vertical installations

Description

This AMES 3 inch lead-free double check valve backflow preventer assembly is engineered to safeguard potable water systems from non-potable water contamination due to backsiphonage or backpressure. Featuring a lightweight 300 Series stainless steel body and Noryl check assembly, it offers superior corrosion protection and strength. The compact design with a short lay length is ideal for retrofit installations and approved for horizontal or vertical mounting. Equipped with non-rising stem (NRS) resilient seated gate valves and cam-check valves, it ensures low head loss and easy maintenance. Rated for 175 PSI and temperatures from 33°F to 110°F, it meets ASSE 1015, CSA B64.5, and AWWA C510-92 standards for non-health hazard applications. Item number 0690482.

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Application and Installation

  • Designed to prevent reverse flow of polluted water into potable water systems.
  • Suitable for non-health hazard installations and cross-connections.
  • Approved for installation in horizontal and vertical "flow up" positions.
  • Its short lay length makes it ideal for retrofit installations.
  • Connects to 3 inch piping systems.
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Additional Details

This 3 inch lead free double check valve backflow preventer assembly is designed to prevent the reverse flow of contaminated water of non-potable quality from being pumped or siphoned into the potable water supply due to backsiphonage and or backpressure.

Features

  • Provides low head loss with Cam-Check Assembly
  • Short lay length is ideally suited for retrofit installations
  • Stainless steel body is half the weight of competitive designs, reducing installation and shipping cost
  • Stainless steel construction provides long term corrosion protection and maximum strength
  • Single top access cover with two-bolt grooved style coupling for ease of maintenance
  • No special tools required for servicing
  • Compact construction allows for smaller vaults and enclosures
  • May be installed in horizontal or vertical "flow up" position (ASSE Only)

Inquire with governing authorities for local installation requirements.

Specifications

  • Body Material: 300 Series Stainless Steel
  • Check Assembly Material: Noryl®
  • Internal Metal Parts: 300 Series Stainless Steel
  • Valve Type: Double Check Valve Assembly
  • Shutoff Valves: Non-Rising Stem (NRS) Resilient Seated Gate Valves
  • Check Valves: Spring Loaded Cam-Check Valves
  • Size: 3 inch
  • Maximum Working Pressure: 175 PSI (12.06 bar)
  • Temperature Range: 33°F - 110°F (5°C - 43°C)
  • Lead Free: Yes (wetted surface contains less than 0.25% of lead by weight)

Dimensions (approximate)

  • A (Length): 38 in (965 mm)
  • C (Height, NRS): 10 1/4 in (260 mm)
  • D (Width): 3 3/4 in (95 mm)
  • L (Top Access Cover Length): 22 in (559 mm)
  • S (Gate Valve Spacing): 7 1/2 in (191 mm)

Weight (approximate)

  • With Gates: 220 lb (100 kg)
  • Without Gates: 55 lb (25 kg)

Certificates & Approvals

  • AWWA C510-92
  • CSA B64.5
  • ASSE 1015
  • CULUS

FAQs

What is the primary function of this backflow preventer?

This 3 inch lead-free double check valve assembly is designed to prevent the reverse flow of contaminated non-potable water into the potable water supply, protecting against backsiphonage and backpressure in non-health hazard applications.

What materials are used in the construction of this assembly?

The main valve body and all internal metal parts are constructed from 300 Series stainless steel, providing long-term corrosion protection. The check assembly itself is made from Noryl®.

Can this backflow preventer be installed in any orientation?

Yes, this assembly is approved for installation in both horizontal and vertical "flow up" positions, making it versatile for various applications and retrofit projects.

Is this product considered lead-free?

Yes, this product is lead-free. The wetted surface that comes into contact with consumable water contains less than 0.25% of lead by weight, meeting industry lead-free requirements.

What are the maximum operating pressure and temperature limits for this device?

This backflow preventer is rated for a maximum working pressure of 175 PSI (12.06 bar). It can operate within a temperature range of 33°F to 110°F (5°C to 43°C).