{"product_id":"wilkins-3-500xl3-3-inch-water-pressure-reducing-valve","title":"Wilkins 3-500XL3 | 3 Inch Water Pressure Reducing Valve","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Wilkins 3-500XL3 is a 3 inch water pressure reducing valve engineered for high-demand commercial, institutional, and industrial potable water systems, featuring balanced piston design and integral venturi for superior flow performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\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 3 Inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaximum Working Water Pressure:\u003c\/strong\u003e 400 PSI\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaximum Operating Temperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e 140°F\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNotable Certifications:\u003c\/strong\u003e ASSE 1003, cUPC, CSA B356\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThreaded connections (FNPT): \u003c\/strong\u003eANSI B1.20.1\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\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\u003e1-500XL3:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1 Inch version\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e1 1\/4-500XL3:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1 1\/4 Inch version\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e1 1\/2-500XL3:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1 1\/2 Inch version\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e2-500XL3:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2 Inch version\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e2 1\/2-500XL3:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2 1\/2 Inch version\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e4-500XL3F:\u003c\/strong\u003e 4 Inch flanged version\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eMaterials:\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMain valve body: Low lead cast bronze ASTM B806\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBell housing: Cast bronze ASTM B584\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFasteners: Stainless steel, 300 series\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStem: Stainless steel, 300 series\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlunger: Low lead cast bronze ASTM B806\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eElastomers: Buna Nitrile (FDA approved)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eElastomers: EPDM (FDA approved)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSprings: Chrome Silicon, Epoxy Coated\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCartridge: Noryl™\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\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;\"\u003eThe Zurn 3-500XL3 may be installed in any position including horizontal and vertical orientations. Multiple installations in series are required when the desired pressure reduction is more than 3 to 1 ratio. The assembly shall be installed with sufficient side clearance for testing and maintenance. If using a 3 inch valve at low flows and higher pressure reduction ratios above 3 to 1, a low flow bypass may be needed to handle flows under 10 gpm. Local codes shall govern installation requirements and the assembly shall be mounted in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions and the latest edition of the Uniform Plumbing Code.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\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;\"\u003eASSE Listed 1003; cUPC Listed; CSA Certified B356; NSF\/ANSI\/CAN 61; NSF\/ANSI\/CAN 372\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\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\u003eBalanced Piston Design:\u003c\/strong\u003e Provides smooth and responsive pressure regulation while protecting against inlet pressure changes and reacting effectively to system flow demand fluctuations.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIntegral Venturi Technology:\u003c\/strong\u003e Patented design delivers best-in-class flow performance, making the Wilkins 3-500XL3 ideal for high-capacity commercial plumbing and industrial water applications.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRemovable Cartridge Design:\u003c\/strong\u003e Allows for easy maintenance and servicing without removing the valve body from the line, reducing downtime and installation costs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCorrosion-Resistant Construction:\u003c\/strong\u003e Built with low lead cast bronze and stainless steel components to ensure long-lasting durability and compliance with potable water standards.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFAQ\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: What is the adjustable pressure range for the Zurn 3-500XL3?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: The reduced pressure range is adjustable from 15 PSI to 75 PSI, with a factory preset at 50 PSI. Always use a downstream pressure gauge when adjusting to verify correct pressure setting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Can this valve be installed in any orientation?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: Yes, the Model 500XL3 may be installed in any position, including horizontal and vertical orientations, providing flexibility for various installation requirements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: When should I use multiple valves in series?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: Multiple installations in series are required when the desired pressure reduction is more than 3 to 1 ratio (for example, reducing 150 PSI inlet to 50 PSI outlet). For pressure reduction ratios above 3 to 1 at low flows, a low flow bypass may also be needed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"W3TucRPBpqQA9ARvwg6ni-content\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eNOTICE:\u003c\/strong\u003e Do not use with water that is unsafe or of unknown quality without adequate disinfection either before or after the system. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e \"Hydrate Everyone, Everywhere!\" BottleFillingStations.com | \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/bottlefillingstations.com\/pages\/contact-us\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e Contact us \u003c\/a\u003e \u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Zurn Wilkins","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42884244209727,"sku":"3-500XL3","price":5029.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0793\/0985\/files\/3-500XL3_F.jpg?v=1771003130","url":"https:\/\/bottlefillingstations.com\/products\/wilkins-3-500xl3-3-inch-water-pressure-reducing-valve","provider":"BottleFillingStations.com","version":"1.0","type":"link"}