6 DERINGER 50X GPM

Item Number: D-6050X-GPM
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Brand - Deringer
  • Size: 6 inch
  • Body Material: 304 Stainless Steel
  • Maximum Working Pressure: 175 psi
  • Temperature Range: 33°F - 140°F
  • End Connections: IPS Groove for Steel Pipe
  • Detector Bypass: GPM Meter
  • Flood Sensor: SentryPlus Alert® Technology
  • Certifications: AWWA C511-07, NSF/ANSI 61, UL, FM, ASSE 1047

Description

The Ames Deringer 50X is a 6-inch Reduced Pressure Detector Assembly (RPDA-II) designed to protect potable water systems from backpressure and backsiphonage contamination. Primarily used in fire sprinkler systems to monitor unauthorized water use, it features a GPM meter for precise tracking. Constructed entirely from 304 stainless steel, it offers exceptional durability. Key features include oversized, dual-action checks for optimal low and high-flow performance, integral butterfly shutoff valves for a compact lay length, and a SentryPlus Alert flood sensor. This unit maintains a maximum working pressure of 175 psi and is AWWA C511-07, NSF/ANSI 61, UL, and FM Approved. Item number D-6050X-GPM.

Help Me Connect

This 6 inch Reduced Pressure Detector Assembly is designed for connection to IPS grooved steel pipe. It can also be installed using flange adapters that meet ANSI B16.1 Class 125 standards. The assembly is equipped with flexible groove couplings that are UL Classified and FM Approved, ensuring reliable and secure installation. Integrated shutoff valves contribute to a shorter overall lay length.

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Additional Details

The 6 inch Ames Deringer™ 50X Reduced Pressure Detector Assembly (RPDA-II) prevents hazardous contaminants and non-health hazard pollutants from entering a potable water supply system due to backpressure and/or backsiphonage conditions. This assembly is primarily used on fire sprinkler systems to monitor unauthorized water usage and includes a GPM meter.

It features an extra large body and checks for lower head loss, integral Eccentric-Seal™ butterfly shutoff valves for a short lay length, and integrated tamper switches.

Key Features

  • 6 inch Reduced Pressure Detector Backflow Preventer Assembly
  • Constructed entirely of stainless steel for the main valve housing and relief valve.
  • Features oversized checks for extreme performance and lower head loss.
  • Dual-action™ second check module operates as a poppet style at low flow and a swing style at high flow.
  • Includes integral Eccentric-Seal™ butterfly shutoff valves for shorter lay length.
  • Prewired supervisory switches and tamper-resistant test cocks.
  • Equipped with a GPM meter for bypass water usage monitoring.
  • Contains a flood sensor with SentryPlus Alert® technology to detect excessive water discharges from the relief valve.
  • Designed for continuous pressure service.

Specifications

General

  • Nominal Size: 6 inch
  • Model: 50X
  • Assembly Type: Reduced Pressure Detector Assembly (RPDA-II)
  • Detector Bypass Meter: GPM (Gallons Per Minute)

Performance

  • Maximum Working Pressure: 175 psi
  • Temperature Range: 33°F - 140°F

Materials

  • Valve Housing: 304 Stainless Steel
  • Valve Cover: 304 Stainless Steel
  • SOV Disks: EPDM/304SS
  • SOV Shafts: 304 Stainless Steel
  • Bypass Spring: 302 Stainless Steel
  • RV Spring: 302 Stainless Steel
  • SOV Bearings: PTFE Fluoropolymer/Bronze
  • Check Disks: Silicone (NSF)
  • Check Seats: Noryl® Polymer (NSF)
  • O-rings: Buna-N (NSF)
  • Bypass Components: Lead Free Bronze
  • RV Hose: Braided Stainless Steel Wire

Connections

  • End Connections: IPS Groove for Steel Pipe
  • Flange Adapters: ANSI B16.1 Class 125

Certifications & Standards

  • AWWA C511-07 Compliant
  • AWWA C606 (IPS Groove)
  • ANSI/NSF/CAN 61 UL Certified Health Effects
  • UL Certified to ANSI/NSF/CAN 372 LEAD FREE
  • UL Classified/FM Approved (Resilient Seated Gate Valves)
  • UL Classified/FM Approved (Flexible Groove Coupling)
  • ASSE 1047 Approved
  • USC Approved

Dimensions (Approximate)

  • Length (L): 28.625 inches (727 mm)
  • Height (H): 20.3 inches (516 mm)
  • Width (W): 16.8 inches (427 mm)
  • Nominal Height (Ht): 9.6 inches (244 mm)
  • Bypass Height (Hb): 12.0 inches (305 mm)

Weight

  • Weight: 142 lbs (64 kg)

FAQs

What is the primary use of the Ames Deringer 50X Reduced Pressure Detector Assembly?

It is primarily used to prevent hazardous contaminants and non-health hazard pollutants from entering a potable water supply system due to backpressure or backsiphonage. It is often installed on fire sprinkler systems to monitor unauthorized water usage.

What is the construction material of the main valve housing?

The main valve housing, cover, and relief valve are constructed entirely of 304 stainless steel, providing durability and corrosion resistance.

What type of bypass meter does this assembly include?

This Deringer 50X assembly includes a GPM (Gallons Per Minute) bypass meter to accurately monitor unauthorized water usage, especially in fire sprinkler system applications.

Does this backflow preventer have a flood detection feature?

Yes, it contains a flood sensor with SentryPlus Alert® technology, designed to detect excessive water discharges from the relief valve. Add-on sensor connection kits are available for alert notifications.

What are the acceptable connection types for the 6-inch Deringer 50X?

This assembly is designed for IPS grooved steel pipe connections. It can also accommodate flange adapters that comply with ANSI B16.1 Class 125 standards.

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