3/4 LF288ASC

Item Number: 0792058
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Brand - Watts
  • Nominal Size: 3/4 inch
  • Weight: 19.2 lb
  • Body Material: Lead Free Brass with Satin Chrome finish
  • Disc Material: Chemical resistant silicone
  • Maximum Temperature: 180°F (82°C)
  • Maximum Working Pressure: 125 PSI
  • Connections: Female NPT inlet and outlet
  • Prevents backsiphonage into potable water supply
  • Full-size orifice for maximum flow and pipe capacity

Description

This Watts 3/4 inch Lead Free anti-siphon vacuum breaker backflow preventer, SKU 0792058, is designed to protect potable water supplies from backsiphonage of contaminated water. Featuring a satin chrome finish over a Lead Free brass body and a chemical resistant silicone seat disc, it ensures durability and tight sealing. It is suitable for hot or cold water applications up to 180°F and has a maximum working pressure of 125 PSI. The device includes a full-size orifice for maximum flow and an atmospheric vent to prevent spills. It is ideal for low-flow, non-continuous health hazard installations like laboratory equipment, ensuring compliance with lead content requirements.

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Connections

  • The inlet and outlet connections are 3/4 inch Female NPT threads, designed to connect to corresponding male NPT threads.

Installation Guidance

  • This anti-siphon vacuum breaker must be installed at least 6 inches above the highest point of the downstream piping.
  • There should be no shutoff valves downstream of this device.
  • It is designed for non-continuous pressure applications and should not be subjected to continuous pressure for more than 12 hours. It is also not suitable for conditions where backpressure may develop.
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Additional Details

This 3/4 inch Lead Free anti-siphon vacuum breaker backflow preventer is designed to prevent the reverse flow of polluted water into a potable water supply due to backsiphonage. It is ideal for low flow, non-continuous hot or cold water health hazard installations.

Construction & Design

  • Features Lead Free brass body with a satin chrome finish for durability and compliance.
  • Incorporates a chemical resistant silicone seat disc that offers high heat and water hammer shock resistance, ensuring tight seating even with light contact.
  • A lightweight disc assembly and atmospheric vent prevent spilling under all flow rates.
  • Equipped with a full-size orifice to ensure pipe size capacity and maximum flow, minimizing pressure loss.

Application & Installation

  • Suitable for hot or cold water applications with temperatures up to 180°F (82°C).
  • This device is not to be used under continuous pressure for more than twelve (12) hours per ASSE Std. 1001, or where a backpressure condition may develop.
  • It must be installed 6 inches above the highest point on the downstream piping, with no shutoff valves downstream.

Specifications

  • Nominal Size: 3/4 inch
  • Body Material: Lead Free Brass
  • Finish: Satin Chrome
  • Disc Material: Silicone
  • Inlet Connection: 3/4 inch Female NPT
  • Outlet Connection: 3/4 inch Female NPT
  • Maximum Temperature: 180°F (82°C)
  • Maximum Working Pressure: 125 PSI (8.6 bar)

Certificates & Approvals

  • ASSE Standard 1001
  • ANSI A112.1.1
  • CSA B64
  • UPC Certified
  • NSF/ANSI 372
  • Certified thru 1" (25mm) CSA

FAQs

What is the primary function of this vacuum breaker?

Its primary function is to prevent backsiphonage, which is the reverse flow of contaminated water into a potable water supply, thereby protecting the cleanliness of your water.

What type of installations is this vacuum breaker suitable for?

It is ideal for low flow, non-continuous hot or cold water health hazard installations, such as on laboratory equipment, where water usage is intermittent and in small amounts.

Can this device be used in continuous pressure applications?

No, this device is not designed for continuous pressure applications and should not be subjected to continuous pressure for more than twelve hours per ASSE Std. 1001. It is also not suitable for conditions where backpressure may develop.

What are the temperature and pressure limits for this vacuum breaker?

It can handle hot or cold water up to a maximum temperature of 180°F (82°C) and has a maximum working pressure of 125 PSI (8.6 bar).

What connections does this vacuum breaker have?

It features 3/4 inch Female NPT inlet and outlet connections, making it compatible with corresponding male NPT threaded pipes for installation.