1/4 in (8 mm) Brass Ball Valve, Male x Female | VBBMF08
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This AAP general purpose male x female brass ball valve has a plastic-coated stainless steel lever, a male thread on one end and a female thread on the other. It is supplied in 8 sizes from 1/4 in (8 mm) to 2 in (50 mm).
A ball valve turns a ball with a hole through it between sealing seats. When the lever or handle is in line with the pipe the hole lines up with the flow and the valve is open, and a quarter turn closes it. AAP notes that the handle sits in line with the port, so it shows the valve position.
AAP lists it in its general purpose brass ball valve range, for hot and cold water (non-potable), various oils, chemicals and compressed air, with a 150 degrees C maximum working temperature and a cold working pressure of 2,500 kPa (25 bar), all manufacturer-stated. The body and seat retainer are nickel-plated brass, the ball is chromium-plated brass, the seat is PTFE and the stem packing is a double Viton O-ring (manufacturer-stated).
The male x female layout lets the valve screw directly into a female port while taking a male fitting on the other end, which saves a nipple. AAP gives the thread as AS 1722.2 (manufacturer-stated). This is a general purpose valve and AAP rates it for non-potable water, so use a dezincification resistant (DR) valve on drinking water supply.
Where this product is used
- Isolating hot and cold non-potable water lines
- Compressed air line shut-off
- Oil and chemical lines, once you have checked compatibility
- Irrigation, pump and general industrial pipework
Features
- 8 sizes from 1/4 in (8 mm) to 2 in (50 mm)
- Male x female threaded ends
- Plastic-coated stainless steel lever
- Cold working pressure 2,500 kPa (25 bar), maximum 150 degrees C (manufacturer-stated)
- Nickel-plated brass body with a chromium-plated brass ball
- Thread to AS 1722.2 (manufacturer-stated)
- PTFE seat with double Viton O-ring stem packing
Key specifications
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Brand | AAP |
| Product | General purpose brass ball valve |
| Body | Nickel-plated brass |
| Ball | Chromium-plated brass |
| Seat | PTFE |
| Stem packing | Viton, double O-ring |
| Operator | Stainless steel lever, plastic coated |
| Connection | Male x female |
| Thread (manufacturer-stated) | AS 1722.2 |
| Cold working pressure (manufacturer-stated) | 2,500 kPa (25 bar) |
| Maximum temperature (manufacturer-stated) | 150 degrees C |
| Sizes | 1/4 in (8 mm) to 2 in (50 mm) (8 sizes) |
Options and part numbers
| Size | Part number | Length L (mm) | Handle height H (mm) | Handle length W (mm) | Thread length A (mm) | Weight (kg) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1/4 in (8 mm) | VBBMF08 | 49.5 | 35 | 85 | 12 | 0.16 |
| 3/8 in (10 mm) | VBBMF10 | 49.5 | 35 | 85 | 16 | 0.14 |
| 1/2 in (15 mm) | VBBMF15 | 60 | 39 | 95 | 16.5 | 0.2 |
| 3/4 in (20 mm) | VBBMF20 | 66.5 | 43 | 115 | 18 | 0.3 |
| 1 in (25 mm) | VBBMF25 | 76 | 59.5 | 115 | 19.5 | 0.43 |
| 1-1/4 in (32 mm) | VBBMF32 | 92.8 | 63 | 125 | 23 | 0.74 |
| 1-1/2 in (40 mm) | VBBMF40 | 100.5 | 77 | 180 | 23 | 1.1 |
| 2 in (50 mm) | VBBMF50 | 122 | 89 | 180 | 27 | 1.72 |
Selecting the right option
Choose the size to match your pipe thread, and fit the male end into the female port. AAP also lists a female x female version. This valve is rated for non-potable water, so use a DR valve for drinking water supply.
Related products
See also AAP Brass Ball Valve, Stainless Steel Lever, Female x Female, AAP Brass Ball Valve, Short Thread, Stainless Steel Lever, AAP Mini Brass Ball Valve, Stainless Steel Lever, Male x Female and AAP Gas Brass Ball Valve, Male x Female, T-Handle.
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