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Ball Valves

Product catalog summary

Overview
Watts offers a diverse range of ball valves for commercial, residential, and industrial use. The product line includes materials such as brass, bronze, carbon steel, cast iron, and stainless steel, with options for electric motor valves and customizable features.

Lead Free Transition
Since January 4, 2014, Lead Free ball valves are required in certain U.S. applications. Watts provides a line of Lead Free ball valves that meet these standards.

Product Specifications

Lead Free Ball Valves: Available in full and standard port configurations, models include LFB6800, LFB6801, LFFBV-3C, etc., designed for maximum flow and safety.
Carbon & Stainless Steel Ball Valves: Full port, 2-piece models like C-FBV-1 and S-FBV-1.
Cast Iron Ball Valves: Full port, 2-piece models such as G4000M1 and G4000.
Electric Motor Valves: Model LFEMVII-6400SS.
Gas Ball Valves: Available in 2-piece and 1-piece configurations, models GBV and GBV-1.
Specialty Ball Valves: Models include LFBRV, RPV, IPF-M1, and others.

Key Features

Lead Free construction with less than 0.25% lead by weight.
Durafill seats and stainless steel components for high safety and performance.
Adjustable stem packing gland and blow-out proof stem design.
Certified to standards including NSF/ANSI 61/8 and UL/FM approvals.

Materials and Construction
Valves are made from zinc plated carbon steel, brass, PTFE, and stainless steel, ensuring durability and compliance with safety standards.

Applications and Approvals
Suitable for potable water systems, gas systems, and industrial applications, certified to meet various industry standards.

Specifications

Lead-Free Compliance: Wetted surfaces contain less than 0.25% lead by weight.
Pressure Ratings: Up to 600psi WOG and 150psi WSP for certain sizes.
Temperature Range: -40°F to 450°F depending on series and model.
Materials: Lead-free brass, copper silicon alloy, stainless steel, and PTFE for stem packing and seats.

Key Features

Full Port Design: Ensures maximum flow capacity and minimal pressure drop.
Blowout Proof Stem: Prevents stem blowout for safety.
Adjustable Stem Packing: Extends service life and reduces maintenance.
Vinyl Insulated Handles: Heavy-duty handles with vinyl insulation for ease of use.
Factory Tested: Each valve is tested for quality and performance.

Models and Variants

LFFBV Series: Sizes 1/4" to 3", suitable for various liquids and gases, with threaded and solder end connections.
LFIT6300 and LFIS6301 Series: Feature a side drain port for draining or venting downstream lines.
LFB6780 and LFB6781 Series: Designed for diverting applications with minimal pressure drop.
B6000 and B6001 Series: Standard port bronze ball valves with lead-free options.
LFB6400 Series: Standard port valves with actuator mounting pads and stainless steel components.
S-FBV-1 and C-FBV-1 Series: Stainless steel and carbon steel ball valves with high pressure and temperature limits.

Certifications and Approvals

Certified to NSF/ANSI Standard 61/8 for domestic cold water applications.
CSA approved for gas applications with specific pressure ratings.

Recommendations
Consult factory for specific applications and ensure compliance with local installation requirements. Use stainless steel trim for steam pressures over 150psi.

Detailed Series Overview

Carbon & Stainless Steel Ball Valves: Lead-free, suitable for water, oil, and gas applications.
Series G4000M1: 2-piece, full port, cast iron flanged ball valves with stainless steel ball and stem.
Series G4000-FDA: FDA approved for potable water and food contact applications.
Series LFEMVII-6400SS: Lead-free electric motor valves for zone control in heating and air conditioning systems.
Series GBV: Brass gas ball valves for residential natural and LP gas applications.
Series LFBRV: Combination ball and relief valves for water heater shutoff.
Series RPV: Residential purge, drain, and balancing valves for hydronic heating loops.
Series IPF: Isolation pump flanges for circulator pumps.
Series PIPF: Isolation pump flanges with purge port and swivel flange.

Catalog excerpts

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* he wetted surface of this product contacted by consumable water contains less than one quarter T of one percent (0.25%) of lead by weight. Durafil® is a registered trademark of Cargill, Limited. Teflon® is a registered trademark of the E.I. Dupont de Nemours & Company, Incorporated. Uniseal® is a registered trademark of Uniseal, Incorporated. Viton® is a registered trademark of DuPont Dow Elastomers. Note: Watts product specifications in U.S. customary units and metric are approximate and are provided for reference only. For precise measurements, please contact Watts Technical Service. Watts...

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Choose Watts for All Your Ball Valve Needs Watts offers a full line of top-quality ball valves for commercial, residential, and industrial applications. The Watts ball valve product line includes brass, bronze, carbon steel, cast iron, and stainless steel models as well as electric motor valves for custom projects. Watts also offers customizable options such as handle kits or stainless steel ball and stem options to help fit the valve to unique installations. Review this brochure and visit our website to learn more. Lead Free* Transition With the changeover to Lead Free in the United States that...

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Series LFB6800, LFB6801 3-Piece, Full Port, Lead Free Ball Valves Lead Free* Ball Valves LEAD FREE* Series LFB6800, LFB6801 3-Piece, Full Port, Lead Free* Ball Valves feature an in-line maintenance design that offers serviceability of all operating parts without disturbing the rigid pipeline system. The LFB6800, LFB6801’s full port orifice ensures maximum flow capacity, while Durafill® seats, stainless steel ball and stem provide maximum safety and highest operating pressure and temperature limits. The LFB6800, LFB6801 features Lead Free* construction to comply with Lead Free* installation requirements....

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Lead Free* Ball Valves 2-Piece, Full Port, Lead Free* Brass Ball Valves Sizes: 1⁄4" – 4" (8 – 100mm) Series LFFBV-3C 2-piece, full port LEAD FREE* ball valves are used in commercial and industrial applications for a full range of liquids and gases. They feature a bottom-loaded blowout proof stem, virgin PTFE seats, thrust washer, and adjustable stem packing gland, stem packing nut, chrome plated Lead Free* brass ball, copper silicon alloy adapter, and steel handle. The Series LFFBV-3C, LFFBVS-3C features Lead Free* construction to comply with Lead Free* installation requirements. Standard material...

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1 Lead Free* Ball Valves 2-Piece, Full Port, Lead Free* Ball Valves with ¾" Hose End Sizes: ½" and ¾" (15mm – 20mm) are used in LEAD FREE* Series LFFBV-3C-CC ball valvesdown applications commercial and industrial wash which require a ¾" hose connection. These valves feature a bottom loaded blowout-proof stem, virgin PTFE seats, thrust washer and adjustable stem packing, chrome plated brass ball with brass cap and white polypropylene tether (chain). The LFFBV-3C-CC, LFFBVS-3C-CC features Lead Free* construction to comply with Lead Free* installation requirements. Features • Certified to NSF-61/8...

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Lead Free* Ball Valves 2 Piece, Full-Port, Lead Free Ball Valves with Watts Quick-Connect Technology Sizes: ½" – 1" (15 – 25mm) Series Lead LEAD FREE* copperLFFBV-3C-QC 2-piece, Full-Port ValvesFree* silicon alloy Quick-Connect Ball are ideal for use in residential and commercial potable water applications. They feature a bottom-loaded blowout proof stem, virgin PTFE seats, thrust washer, and adjustable packing gland, stem packing nut, chrome-plated Lead Free* brass ball, Lead Free* copper silicon alloy adapter, and steel handle. The LFFBV-3C-QC features Lead Free* construction to comply with...

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1 Lead Free* Ball Valves 2-Piece, Full Port, Lead Free* Brass Ball Valves with Integral Press Fitting End Connection Designed for use in ProPress® Piping Systems Sizes: 1⁄2" – 4" (15 - 100mm) LEAD FREE* The Series LFFBV-3-Press and LFFBV-3-Press-XLC lead features Lead Free* construction to comply with low installation requirements. LFFBV-3-Press Features • ead Free* brass body L • ested and Certified to NSF/ANSI T 61 Annex G ½" – 4" (15 – 100mm) • L Listed U • " - 4" (15 - 100mm): Designed for ½ types K, L, and M hard copper tubing • 1⁄2" – 11/4" (15 - 32mm): Designed for soft copper tubing P...

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2-Piece, Full Port, Lead Free* Brass Ball Valves with PEX Ends Sizes: 1⁄2" - 1" (15 - 25mm) LFFBV-PEX 2-Piece, Full Port, Lead Free* LEAD FREE* Series Ball Valve with PEX Ends are designed for use in Brass PEX piping systems. Lead Free* brass body and adapter manufactured per the ASTM F1807 standard. They feature Lead Free* brass PEX end tailpieces designed for easy crimping into a PEX piping system. The LFFBV-PEX features Lead Free* construction to comply with Lead Free* installation requirements. Features • 2-piece, full port design • Forged Lead Free* brass body • PEX end designed to ASTM...

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Lead Free* Ball Valves 2-Piece, Full Port, Lead Free* Brass Ball Valves Sizes: 1/4" – 3" (8 – 80mm) LFFBVS-4 2-Piece, Full Port, Lead LEAD FREE* Series LFFBV-4,Valves are suitable for a full range of Free*Brass Ball liq uids and gases in residential and commercial applications. These valves feature an adjustable packing for longer service life, a bottom loaded blow-out proof stem for safety, a fluorocarbon elastomer stem O-ring to prevent stem leaking at installation, and are rated to 600psi WOG/150psi WSP 1⁄4"– 2" (8 – 50mm) and 400psi WOG/125psi WSP 21⁄2"– 3" (65 – 80mm). The LFFBV-4, LFFBVS-4...

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Lead Free* Ball Valves 2-Piece, Full Port, Ball and Waste Lead Free* Ball Valves Sizes: 1⁄2" – 1" (15 – 25mm) Series LFIT6300, LFIS6301 2-Piece, Full Port, Ball and LEAD FREE* Waste Lead Free* Copper Silicon Alloy Ball Valves feature a side drain port to drain or vent downstream line when the valve is in the off position. The LFIT6300, LFIS6301’s full port orifice ensures maximum flow capacity, and its ball is wiped clean during each operation of the valve. The LFIT6300, LFIS6301 features Lead Free* construction to comply with Lead Free* installation requirements. Features • rain port allows...

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