Watts 8B Hose Bibb Vacuum Breaker - Domestic
Item Number: 0061983
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- Hose Thread Size: 3/4 inch
- Weight: 23.0 lb
- Body Material: Brass
- Maximum Operating Pressure: 125 PSI
- Maximum Operating Temperature: 180°F
- Tamper-resistant with break-away set screw
- Inlet Connection: 3/4" Standard Female Hose Thread
- Outlet Connection: 3/4" Standard Male Hose Thread
- Not Lead Free Compliant
Description
Description
The Watts 8B Hose Connection Vacuum Breaker is a 3/4 inch brass device designed to prevent backsiphonage into potable water supplies when portable hoses are connected to hose thread faucets. It features a durable brass body, stainless steel working parts, and a rubber diaphragm. With a maximum operating pressure of 125 PSI and temperature of 180°F, it is suitable for various health hazard installations, including service sinks and outdoor gardening. The tamper-resistant design includes a break-away set screw. This device is not lead-free compliant and should only be used where water spillage is not an issue. Item number 0061983.
Help Me Connect
Help Me Connect
The Watts 8B Hose Connection Vacuum Breaker is designed for direct attachment to hose thread faucets. It features a 3/4 inch Standard Female Hose Thread inlet that connects to a male hose thread faucet or sill cock, and a 3/4 inch Standard Male Hose Thread outlet for attaching a portable hose.
- Connects to: 3/4 inch male hose thread faucets or sill cocks
- Connects from: 3/4 inch female hose fittings or hoses
This vacuum breaker can be installed in either a vertical or horizontal orientation. It allows for sill cock drainage to help prevent freezing by simply removing the hose coupling and pulling the knurled tip of the stem at the valve outlet.
Warranty Information
Warranty Information
Watts (the "Company") warrants each product to be free from defects in material and workmanship under normal usage for a period of one year from the date of original shipment. In the event of such defects within the warranty period, the Company will, at its option, replace or recondition the product without charge. THE WARRANTY SET FORTH HEREIN IS GIVEN EXPRESSLY AND IS THE ONLY WARRANTY GIVEN BY THE COMPANY WITH RESPECT TO THE PRODUCT. THE COMPANY MAKES NO OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED. THE COMPANY HEREBY SPECIFICALLY DISCLAIMS ALL OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. The remedy described in the first paragraph of this warranty shall constitute the sole and exclusive remedy for breach of warranty, and the Company shall not be responsible for any incidental, special or consequential damages, including without limitation, lost profits or the cost of repairing or replacing other property which is damaged if this product does not work properly, other costs resulting from labor charges, delays, vandalism, negligence, fouling caused by foreign material, damage from adverse water conditions, chemical, or any other circumstances over which the Company has no control. This warranty shall be invalidated by any abuse, misuse, misapplication, improper installation or improper maintenance or alteration of the product Some States do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, and some States do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages. Therefore the above limitations may not apply to you. This Limited Warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may have other rights that vary from State to State. You should consult applicable state laws to determine your rights. SO FAR AS IS CONSISTENT WITH APPLICABLE STATE LAW, ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES THAT MAY NOT BE DISCLAIMED, INCLUDING THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, ARE LIMITED IN DURATION TO ONE YEAR FROM THE DATE OF ORIGINAL SHIPMENT.
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Additional Details
The Watts 8B Hose Connection Vacuum Breaker is designed to prevent the reverse flow of polluted water into the potable supply due to backsiphonage, specifically when portable hoses are attached to hose thread faucets. This device is ideal for both indoor and outdoor health hazard installations where non-continuous pressure is present.
Applications
- Service sinks
- Swimming pools
- Photo developing tanks
- Laundry tubs
- Wash racks
- Dairy barns
- Marinas
- General outside gardening
Construction & Features
- Brass body construction
- Stainless steel working parts for longevity
- Durable rubber diaphragm and disc for consistent positive seating
- Draining stem allows sill cock drainage
- Break-away set screw for tamper-resistant installations
- No special tools required for servicing
Warning: This valve should only be used in areas where spillage of water will not cause damage. Always check with local inspection authorities for installation requirements.
Warning: This product is Not Lead Free Compliant.
Specifications
- Model: 8B
- Hose Thread Size: 3/4 inch
- Body Material: Brass
- Working Parts: Stainless Steel
- Diaphragm/Disc Material: Rubber
- Maximum Operating Pressure: 125 PSI (8.6 bar)
- Maximum Operating Temperature: 180°F (82°C)
- Installation Orientation: Vertical or Horizontal
- Drainage Feature: Allows sill cock drainage
- Tamper Resistance: Break-away set screw
- Country of Origin: Made in America
Connections
- Inlet Connection: 3/4 inch Standard Female Hose Thread
- Outlet Connection: 3/4 inch Standard Male Hose Thread
Dimensions & Weight
- Overall Length (A): 1 1/2 inches (38 mm)
- Width (B): 1 3/8 inches (35 mm)
- Weight: 4.0 oz (113.4 gm)
Certificates & Approvals
- ASSE: 1011
- CSA: B64.2
- Listed by: IAPMO
FAQs
What is the primary function of the Watts 8B Hose Connection Vacuum Breaker?
Its primary function is to prevent backsiphonage, which is the reverse flow of polluted water into the potable water supply, especially when portable hoses are attached to hose thread faucets.
What are the connection sizes for this vacuum breaker?
It has a 3/4 inch Standard Female Hose Thread inlet for connecting to a faucet, and a 3/4 inch Standard Male Hose Thread outlet for connecting a hose.
Is this product suitable for all water systems, including drinking water?
No, this product is explicitly stated as "Not Lead Free Compliant." Therefore, it is not suitable for potable drinking water applications where lead-free compliance is required.
What is the maximum operating pressure and temperature for the Watts 8B?
The maximum operating pressure is 125 PSI (8.6 bar), and the maximum operating temperature is 180°F (82°C).
Can this vacuum breaker be installed in any orientation?
Yes, it can be installed in either a vertical or horizontal orientation.