{"product_id":"wilkins-1-975xlus-reduced-pressure-principle-backflow-preventer-1-inches","title":"Wilkins 1-975XLUS | Reduced Pressure Principle Backflow Preventer, 1 Inches","description":"\u003cp\u003e\nThe Wilkins 1-975XLUS is a 1 Inch reduced pressure principle backflow preventer designed for high hazard protection in potable water service lines, featuring union ball valves and bronze Y-type strainer for enhanced serviceability.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eKey Specifications:\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1 Inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaximum Working Water Pressure:\u003c\/strong\u003e 175 PSI\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaximum Working Water Temperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e 180°F\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNotable Certifications:\u003c\/strong\u003e ASSE 1013, CSA B64.4, AWWA C511\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEnd Connections:\u003c\/strong\u003e FNPT with union ball valves\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eOther Related Variants:\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e34-975XLUS:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3\/4 Inches model size\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eMaterials:\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCast Bronze ASTM B584 (Main valve body and access covers)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStainless Steel 300 Series (Fasteners and springs)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSilicone (Elastomers)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBuna Nitrile (Elastomers)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNoryl™ (Polymers)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTypical Installation:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"background: #f8f9fb; padding: 12px 14px; margin: 0; line-height: 1.7; color: #333;\"\u003e\nLocal codes shall govern installation requirements. To be installed in accordance with the manufacturers' instructions and the latest edition of the Uniform Plumbing Code. Unless otherwise specified, the assembly shall be mounted at a minimum of 12 inches (305mm) and a maximum of 30 inches (762mm) above adequate drains with sufficient side clearance for testing and maintenance. The installation shall be made so that no part of the unit can be submerged.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStandards Compliance:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"background: #f8f9fb; border-left: 4px solid #1d85af; padding: 12px 14px; margin: 0; line-height: 1.7; color: #333;\"\u003e\nASSE Listed 1013; cUPC Listed; UL Classified; C-UL Classified; CSA Certified B64.4; AWWA compliant C511; Approved by the Foundation for Cross Connection Control and Hydraulic Research at the University of Southern California; NYC MEA 425-89-M VOL 3; NSF\/ANSI\/CAN 61 \u0026amp; 372 (lead-free)\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eFeatures \u0026amp; Benefits:\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHigh Hazard Protection:\u003c\/strong\u003e Provides reliable protection against both backsiphonage and backpressure of contaminated water into the potable water supply where potential health hazards exist.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEasy Maintenance Access:\u003c\/strong\u003e Union ball valves allow for easy removal of the assembly body for service, testing, and winterization without disrupting the entire piping system.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDebris Protection:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bronze Y-type strainer protects internal components from particulates and extends the service life of the assembly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDurable Construction:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cast bronze body with stainless steel fasteners and springs ensures long-lasting performance and corrosion resistance in demanding water service applications.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFAQ\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: What is the difference between the Zurn 1-975XLUS and the standard 1-975XL model?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: The Zurn 1-975XLUS includes union ball valves (U suffix) and a bronze Y-type strainer (S suffix), allowing for easy removal for service and providing debris protection, while the standard model comes with full port QT ball valves without the strainer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: At what height should the assembly be installed?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: The assembly must be mounted at a minimum of 12 inches and a maximum of 30 inches above adequate drains with sufficient side clearance for testing and maintenance, ensuring no part of the unit can be submerged.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Can this backflow preventer be used for potable water applications?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: This assembly is designed for non-potable applications only as specified in the manufacturer documentation, despite its compliance with potable water standards and certifications.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv id=\"W3TucRPBpqQA9ARvwg6ni-content\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNOTICE:\u003c\/strong\u003e\nDo not use with water that is unsafe or of unknown quality without adequate\ndisinfection either before or after the system.\n\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\n\u003ci\u003e\n\"Hydrate Everyone, Everywhere!\" BottleFillingStations.com |\n\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/bottlefillingstations.com\/pages\/contact-us\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\nContact us\n\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/i\u003e\n\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Zurn Wilkins","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42914866528319,"sku":"1-975XLUS","price":1064.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0793\/0985\/files\/1-975XLUS_AF.jpg?v=1771003012","url":"https:\/\/bottlefillingstations.com\/products\/wilkins-1-975xlus-reduced-pressure-principle-backflow-preventer-1-inches","provider":"BottleFillingStations.com","version":"1.0","type":"link"}