Brass Check Valve

Brass Check Valve

Brass Foot Valve, also known as a check valve with a strainer, is a crucial component for maintaining prime in pumping systems and preventing backflow. Constructed from durable brass with a stainless steel strainer, it is designed to be installed at the intake end of a suction line, submerged in fluid. The integrated strainer protects the pump and piping system from debris, while the check valve mechanism ensures unidirectional flow, allowing fluid to be drawn in but not flow back out when the pump stops.

  • Material: Brass (body), Stainless Steel (strainer)
  • Function: Foot Valve / Check Valve with Strainer
    • Prevents backflow of fluid.
    • Maintains prime in suction lines.
    • Strainer prevents solid particles from entering the pump system.
  • Connection Type: Threaded (likely Female NPT or BSP, given the common use in plumbing)
  • Sizes Available: 1/2″, 3/4″, 1″, 1 1/4″, 1 1/2″, 2″
  • Applications:
    • Water pumping systems
    • Wells and cisterns
    • Irrigation systems
    • Any application where maintaining liquid prime and preventing backflow is essential.
  • Advantages:
    • Durable brass construction for longevity and corrosion resistance.
    • Integrated strainer for system protection.
    • Ensures reliable one-way flow.

General Information on Check Valves (Relevant to Foot Valves):

A check valve is a type of valve that allows fluid to flow in only one direction. They are commonly found in various systems, including plumbing, HVAC, and industrial processes, to prevent backflow which could damage equipment or contaminate the fluid. Unlike other valves that require external operation (like ball valves with handles), check valves operate automatically based on pressure differential. When fluid pressure on the inlet side exceeds the pressure on the outlet side, the valve opens; when pressure on the outlet side becomes higher, or flow stops, the valve closes to prevent reverse flow.

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