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Ball Valve 3" BSP

Designed and made in New Zealand TRUDESIGN™ Certified Ball Valves are specifically designed for use in marine applications above and below the water line.

• Certified to ISO 9093-2 by the International Marine Certification Institute (IMCI, Belgium) when fitted to TRUDESIGN Skin Fittings (Thru Hulls)
• Comply with ABYC H-27 standards when used in conjunction with TruDesign Skin Fittings (Thru Hulls)

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 Manufactured from a glass-reinforced Nylon composite – High strength, tough and light weight – The Ball Valve weighs less than 1.5Kg (7.7 Lbs).
 Immune to corrosion & electrolysis – increased safety.
 The Ball Valve can be locked in the closed position.
 Electrically non-conductive. No electrical bonding.
 Suitable for use on all hull types - aluminium, steel, wood, or GRP.
 The ball and sealing rings utilise a PTFE polymer to ensure smooth action and minimal fouling.
 Large operating range – Suitable for all marine conditions from -40°C to +110°C
 BSP Thread
 U.V resistant – No degradation from the sun’s ultraviolet rays.
100% leak tested before leaving factory.

Question

Do TruDesign Ball Valves require lubrication ?

Answer

No. The TruDesign ball valves are manufactured with a Teflon impregnated Ball running on Teflon rings, so no lubrication is required. It is good practice to turn the valve handle every few months...

Question

What sealant can I use on TruDesign threads ?

Answer

Thread sealing options: - 3M 5200 - 3M 5200FT (fast cure) - Sikaflex 291i - Sikaflex 591 - Loctite 5331 - Loctite 55 Pipe Sealing Chord - PTFE Thread Tape