{"product_id":"wilkins-34-950xl3u-34-rp-backflow-preventer-with-union-ball-valves","title":"Wilkins 34-950XL3U | 3\/4\" RP Backflow Preventer with Union Ball Valves","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNOTICE:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cem\u003e Product images may vary from the actual item due to differences in size or configuration options.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Wilkins 34-950XL3U is a 3\/4\" Reduced Pressure Principle Assembly designed to protect potable water systems against backsiphonage and backpressure contamination where a potential health hazard exists.\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\/4 Inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaximum Working Pressure:\u003c\/strong\u003e 175 psi\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaximum Working Temperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e 180°F\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNotable Certifications:\u003c\/strong\u003e ASSE 1013, cUPC, CSA B64.4\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEnd Connections:\u003c\/strong\u003e FNPT threaded\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\u003e1-950XL3U:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1 Inch version\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e2-950XL3U:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2 Inch 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\u003eBody: Low Lead Cast Bronze ASTM B584\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFasteners: 300 Series Stainless Steel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eElastomers: Silicone (FDA Approved)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eElastomers: Buna Nitrile (FDA Approved)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSprings: 300 Series Stainless Steel\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;\"\u003eLocal 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 and a maximum of 30 inches 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.\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 1013; cUPC; CSA B64.4; UL\/C-UL Classified; AWWA C511; NSF\/ANSI\/CAN 61 \u0026amp; 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\u003eHealth Hazard Protection:\u003c\/strong\u003e Provides protection against both backsiphonage and backpressure of contaminated water into potable water supply systems.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLead-Free Construction:\u003c\/strong\u003e Meets NSF\/ANSI\/CAN 372 with less than 0.25% weighted average lead content, ideal for potable water applications.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUnion Ball Valve Design:\u003c\/strong\u003e The Zurn 34-950XL3U features union ball valves for easy installation and maintenance access without complete system removal.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDurable Materials:\u003c\/strong\u003e Constructed with low lead cast bronze body, stainless steel fasteners and springs, and FDA-approved elastomers for long-lasting performance.\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 minimum working pressure required for the Zurn 34-950XL3U?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: The minimum working water pressure is 25 psi, with a maximum of 175 psi.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Can this backflow preventer be installed vertically or horizontally?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: The assembly must be installed 12 to 30 inches above adequate drains with sufficient side clearance for testing and maintenance, ensuring no part can be submerged.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: What pressure reducing valves are compatible with this assembly?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: Suggested PRV pairings include the Wilkins Model 500XL3, 600XL3, and 625XL3 Pressure Reducing Valves for complete system integration.\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":42914906210367,"sku":"34-950XL3U","price":575.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0793\/0985\/files\/1-975XL3_F_a7dbfb76-6399-4d68-b203-cc8aa66ea294.png?v=1770568479","url":"https:\/\/bottlefillingstations.com\/products\/wilkins-34-950xl3u-34-rp-backflow-preventer-with-union-ball-valves","provider":"BottleFillingStations.com","version":"1.0","type":"link"}