8 450 DCDA DI BODY GAL MTR BFLY GRV X GRV

Item Number: 8-450DABG
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$39,617.69
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Brand - Wilkins
  • Type: Double Check Detector Assembly (DCDA)
  • 8 inch nominal size
  • Protects against backsiphonage and backpressure
  • Ideal for low health hazard and fire protection applications
  • Epoxy-coated ductile iron body resists corrosion
  • n-Pattern design for easy installation in tight spaces
  • Metered bypass system detects leaks and unauthorized water use
  • ASSE Listed, CSA Certified, AWWA Compliant

Description

The Zurn Wilkins 450DA Double Check Detector Backflow Assembly (DCDA) is an 8-inch n-Pattern device designed to protect water lines from backsiphonage and backpressure. It is specifically used in low health hazard and fire protection applications. Featuring an epoxy-coated ductile iron body for corrosion resistance and a metered bypass system to detect leaks and unauthorized water use, this assembly offers reliable performance. The compact n-Pattern allows for easy installation in tight spaces, making it suitable for both new and retrofit projects. It utilizes the Wilkins Compound Check for low headloss and comes with grooved butterfly valve end connections. This assembly is ASSE Listed, CSA Certified, and AWWA Compliant.

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End Connections

This 8 inch Zurn Wilkins 450DA backflow preventer features grooved end connections with butterfly valves for installation. The n-Pattern design is suitable for both new installations and retrofits in tight locations.

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Additional Details

The Zurn Wilkins 450DA Double Check Detector Backflow Assembly protects against both backsiphonage and backpressure on water lines in low health hazard, fire protection applications. Its n-Pattern design makes it suitable for new installations and retrofits in tight locations.

This assembly features an innovative metered bypass system to efficiently detect leaks and unauthorized water use, combined with an epoxy-coated ductile iron body for corrosion protection.

Key Features

  • Provides protection against backsiphonage and backpressure
  • Ideal for low health hazard and fire protection applications
  • n-Pattern design allows for use in compact enclosures and tight spaces, making it suitable for both new and retrofit installations
  • Innovative metered bypass system efficiently detects leaks and unauthorized water use
  • Epoxy-coated ductile iron body protects against corrosion
  • Utilizes the Wilkins Compound Check for low headloss and reliable performance
  • Comes standard with OS&Y gate valves
  • Lead-free construction

Specifications

General

  • Model: 450DA
  • Type: Double Check Detector Assembly (DCDA)
  • Size: 8 inch
  • Body Material: Epoxy-coated Ductile Iron
  • Pattern: n-Pattern
  • Checks: Wilkins Compound Check
  • Bypass System: Metered
  • End Connections: Grooved
  • Isolation Valves: Butterfly (Grooved)
  • Lead-Free: Yes

Applications

  • Use Cases: Low Health Hazard, Fire Protection

Certificates & Approvals

  • ASSE® Listed
  • CSA® Certified
  • AWWA Compliant

FAQs

What is the primary use of the Zurn Wilkins 450DA backflow preventer?

It is designed to protect water lines against backsiphonage and backpressure in low health hazard and fire protection applications.

What type of body material does the 450DA feature?

The Zurn Wilkins 450DA features an epoxy-coated ductile iron body, which provides excellent protection against corrosion.

What is the significance of the n-Pattern design?

The n-Pattern design allows for easier installation in compact enclosures and tight spaces, making it ideal for both new and retrofit applications.

How does the 450DA detect leaks or unauthorized water use?

It incorporates an innovative metered bypass system specifically designed to efficiently and effectively detect leaks and any unauthorized consumption of water.

What kind of end connections does this 8-inch model have?

This specific 8-inch 450DA model comes with grooved end connections and butterfly valves, as indicated by the "GRV X GRV" and "BFLY" in its product name.