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Description
This premium PVCu double union ball valve is designed for reliable shut-off and flow control in potable water systems. Manufactured from robust unplasticised PVC, it offers excellent corrosion resistance, making it ideal for use in domestic, commercial and light industrial pipework installations.
Featuring plain metric sockets for solvent weld connection and EPDM seals for safe use with drinking water, this valve provides a secure, leak-resistant solution. The double union design allows easy removal for maintenance or replacement without disturbing the surrounding pipework. Available in a wide range of sizes from 20mm to 90mm, it suits new installations as well as upgrades to existing systems.
Product Features
- Premium PVCu construction for strength and long-term durability in water distribution applications.
- Double union design for easy installation, removal and maintenance without cutting the pipeline.
- Plain metric sockets suitable for solvent weld connection to compatible metric pipe systems.
- EPDM seals approved for use in potable water and general water treatment duties.
- Available in a full size range: 20mm, 25mm, 32mm, 40mm, 50mm, 63mm, 75mm and 90mm.
- Quarter-turn ball operation for smooth, positive open/close control.
- Compact, lightweight valve body for use in confined spaces and on wall-mounted pipe runs.
Key Features and Benefits
- Provides reliable isolation of potable water lines, helping to reduce leaks and downtime in service and maintenance work.
- Chemically resistant PVCu body withstands corrosion from treated mains water, extending system life compared with metal valves in similar environments.
- Double union ends allow quick valve replacement or inspection, saving time and labour during system upgrades or repairs.
- Solvent weld plain sockets create strong, permanent joints, supporting secure, pressure-resistant pipework systems.
- EPDM sealing elements offer dependable sealing performance over a wide temperature range for everyday building services applications.
- Wide choice of metric sizes ensures compatibility with common cold water distribution, filtration and treatment pipework.
Specifications
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Body material | PVCu (unplasticised polyvinyl chloride) |
| Connection type | Plain metric solvent weld sockets, double union ends |
| Available sizes | 20mm, 25mm, 32mm, 40mm, 50mm, 63mm, 75mm, 90mm |
| Seal material | EPDM, suitable for potable water service |
| Operation | Quarter-turn ball valve with manual handle |
| Typical applications | Potable water distribution, building services, water treatment systems |
Applications and Ideal Uses
This PVCu double union ball valve is suited to a wide variety of potable water and general water handling installations where dependable isolation and straightforward maintenance are required.
- Cold potable water distribution in residential and commercial buildings.
- Water treatment, filtration and softening systems in plant rooms and equipment skids.
- Service isolation on storage tanks, booster sets and header tanks.
- Process and utility water lines in light industrial and laboratory environments.
- Irrigation and landscaping water supply manifolds using metric solvent weld pipework.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can this PVCu ball valve be used with drinking water?
Yes, the valve body is manufactured from PVCu and fitted with EPDM seals, making it suitable for use in potable water systems when correctly installed as part of an appropriate pipework design.
How is this double union ball valve connected to the pipework?
The valve has plain metric solvent weld sockets on each end. These are joined to compatible metric PVCu pipe using a suitable solvent cement and primer, forming a strong permanent connection. The union ends allow the valve itself to be removed without cutting the pipe.
Which size of valve should I choose for my system?
Select the valve size to match the outside diameter of your existing or planned metric PVCu pipe. For example, use a 25mm valve with 25mm pipe. The available range includes 20mm, 25mm, 32mm, 40mm, 50mm, 63mm, 75mm and 90mm to suit common potable water pipe sizes.