{"product_id":"wilkins-34-bvecxl-125bf-34-bronze-ball-valve-with-thermal-expansion-relief","title":"Wilkins 34-BVECXL-125BF | 3\/4\" Bronze Ball Valve with Thermal Expansion Relief","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-BVECXL-125BF is a full port bronze ball valve combining shutoff and thermal expansion relief protection for residential water heaters.\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 400 psi WOG\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaximum Temperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e 180°F\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNotable Certifications:\u003c\/strong\u003e UPC Listed; NSF\/ANSI 372\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eConnection Type:\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\u003e34-BVECXL-125CF:\u003c\/strong\u003e Compression drain fitting version\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e34-BVECXLC-125BF:\u003c\/strong\u003e Copper sweat connection version\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e34-BVECXLPEX-125BF:\u003c\/strong\u003e PEX shutoff connection version\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e34-BVECXL-125-PEX:\u003c\/strong\u003e PEX drain fitting version\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e34-BVECXLC-125CF:\u003c\/strong\u003e Copper sweat with compression drain\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e34-BVECXLPEX-125-PEX:\u003c\/strong\u003e PEX shutoff with PEX drain\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\u003eValve Body: Low Lead Cast Bronze (ASTM B 584)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRelief Valve Body: Low Lead Forged Brass\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBall: Chrome Plated Low Lead Brass\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStem: Brass (ASTM B 16)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSeats and Stem Packing: TFE Virgin Teflon\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThrust Washer: TFE Virgin Teflon\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHandle and Nut: Stainless Steel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRelief Valve Spring: Stainless Steel (302 Series)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRelief Valve Seat Washer: Buna Nitrile (FDA Approved)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRelief Valve Plunger: Brass (ASTM B 16) with Screw\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 34-BVECXL-125BF is installed on the cold water inlet to the water heater, positioned before any other valves or devices. The unit should be installed with clearance for handle operation and with proper access for drain line maintenance. A safe, adequate drain line must be provided from the relief valve discharge to an approved location capable of handling high temperature water discharge.\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;\"\u003eUPC Listed to IGC 128-2019; Certified to NSF\/ANSI 372 (0.25% Max Weighted Average Lead Content)\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\u003eDual Protection:\u003c\/strong\u003e Combines shutoff valve and thermal expansion relief in one compact unit for space-saving water heater protection.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLead-Free Compliance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Certified to NSF\/ANSI 372 with 0.25% maximum weighted average lead content for safe potable water applications.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFull Port Design:\u003c\/strong\u003e Provides unrestricted flow and minimizes pressure drop for optimal water heater performance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDurable Construction:\u003c\/strong\u003e Low lead bronze body with chrome-plated brass ball and stainless steel components ensure long-lasting reliability in demanding applications.\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 relief pressure setting on the Wilkins 34-BVECXL-125BF?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: This model features a 125 psi relief setting with a 3\/8\" hose barb drain fitting. Other relief settings (80 psi and 100 psi) and drain configurations are available in related variants.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Where should this valve be installed on a water heater system?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: Install the Zurn 34-BVECXL-125BF on the cold water inlet line to the water heater. Ensure adequate clearance for handle operation and that a safe drain line is connected from the relief valve discharge.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: What connection types are available for this ball valve?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: The 34-BVECXL-125BF features 3\/4\" FNPT threaded connections. Related variants offer copper sweat connections (C models) and crimp PEX connections (PEX models) for different installation requirements.\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":42914906636351,"sku":"34-BVECXL-125BF","price":110.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0793\/0985\/files\/BVECXLPEX.png?v=1770568537","url":"https:\/\/bottlefillingstations.com\/products\/wilkins-34-bvecxl-125bf-34-bronze-ball-valve-with-thermal-expansion-relief","provider":"BottleFillingStations.com","version":"1.0","type":"link"}