{"product_id":"wilkins-34-bvecxlc-125bf-34-ball-valve-with-thermal-expansion-relief","title":"Wilkins 34-BVECXLC-125BF | 3\/4\" Ball Valve with Thermal Expansion Relief","description":"\u003cp\u003e\nThe Wilkins 34-BVECXLC-125BF is a full port bronze ball valve with integral thermal expansion control, designed for residential water heater protection.\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\n    3\/4 Inches\n  \u003c\/li\u003e\n\n  \u003cli\u003e\n    \u003cstrong\u003eMaximum Working Pressure:\u003c\/strong\u003e\n    400 psi WOG\n  \u003c\/li\u003e\n\n  \u003cli\u003e\n    \u003cstrong\u003eMaximum Working Temperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e\n    180°F\n  \u003c\/li\u003e\n\n  \u003cli\u003e\n    \u003cstrong\u003eNotable Certifications:\u003c\/strong\u003e\n    UPC Listed, NSF\/ANSI 372\n  \u003c\/li\u003e\n\n  \u003cli\u003e\n    \u003cstrong\u003eConnection Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e\n    Copper Sweat Shutoff\n  \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-BVECXL-125BF:\u003c\/strong\u003e\n    FNPT Shutoff version\n  \u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n    \u003cstrong\u003e34-BVECXL-125CF:\u003c\/strong\u003e\n    FNPT with Compression Drain\n  \u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n    \u003cstrong\u003e34-BVECXLC-125CF:\u003c\/strong\u003e\n    Copper Sweat with Compression Drain\n  \u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n    \u003cstrong\u003e34-BVECXL-125-PEX:\u003c\/strong\u003e\n    FNPT with PEX Drain\n  \u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n    \u003cstrong\u003e34-BVECXLPEX-125BF:\u003c\/strong\u003e\n    PEX Shutoff, Hose Barb Drain\n  \u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n    \u003cstrong\u003e34-BVECXLPEX-125-PEX:\u003c\/strong\u003e\n    PEX Shutoff, PEX Drain\n  \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\u003eValve 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 Body: Low Lead Forged Brass\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 and Screw\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\nThe Wilkins 34-BVECXLC-125BF is installed on the cold water inlet to the water heater with proper direction of flow. A safe, adequate drain line must be connected from the relief valve to an appropriate discharge location. Installation should allow adequate clearance for handle operation and maintenance access to the drain line connections.\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\nUPC Listed to IGC 128-2019; Certified to NSF\/ANSI 372 (0.25% Max Lead)\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\u003eDual-Function Design:\u003c\/strong\u003e Combines shutoff valve and thermal expansion relief in one compact unit for water heater protection.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLead-Free Certified:\u003c\/strong\u003e Meets NSF\/ANSI 372 standards with 0.25% maximum weighted average lead content for safe drinking water applications.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFull Port Construction:\u003c\/strong\u003e Provides unrestricted flow with minimal pressure drop for optimal water heater performance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDurable Materials:\u003c\/strong\u003e Low lead forged brass body with chrome-plated brass ball and stainless steel components ensure long-lasting reliability.\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 relief pressure setting for the Zurn 34-BVECXLC-125BF?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: The Zurn 34-BVECXLC-125BF has a 125 psi relief setting to protect against thermal expansion in water heater systems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: What type of drain connection does this model have?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: This model features a 3\/8\" hose barb drain fitting (BF designation) for secure drain line connection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Can the relief valve be replaced if needed?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: Yes, the relief valve can be replaced using the Model P1560XL replacement relief valve accessory.\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\n      Do not use with water that is unsafe or of unknown quality without adequate\n      disinfection 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\n      Contact us\n    \u003c\/a\u003e\n  \u003c\/i\u003e\n\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Zurn Wilkins","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42914906734655,"sku":"34-BVECXLC-125BF","price":110.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0793\/0985\/files\/34-BVECXLC-125BF_L.jpg?v=1771002881","url":"https:\/\/bottlefillingstations.com\/products\/wilkins-34-bvecxlc-125bf-34-ball-valve-with-thermal-expansion-relief","provider":"BottleFillingStations.com","version":"1.0","type":"link"}