{"product_id":"wilkins-34-bvecxlpex-125-pex-ball-valve-w-thermal-expansion-control-34","title":"Wilkins 34-BVECXLPEX-125-PEX | Ball Valve w\/ Thermal Expansion Control, 3\/4\"","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-BVECXLPEX-125-PEX is a full port bronze ball valve with integral thermal expansion control valve designed for residential water heater applications.\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 Crimp PEX, 1\/8\" FNPT\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-125-PEX:\u003c\/strong\u003e FNPT Shutoff version\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e34-BVECXL-125BF:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hose barb drain fitting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e34-BVECXL-125CF:\u003c\/strong\u003e Compression drain fitting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e34-BVECXLC-125BF:\u003c\/strong\u003e Copper sweat shutoff, barb drain\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e34-BVECXLC-125CF:\u003c\/strong\u003e Copper sweat shutoff, compression drain\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e34-BVECXLPEX-125BF:\u003c\/strong\u003e PEX shutoff, barb 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\u003ePEX Body: Low Lead Forged Brass\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 \u0026amp; Stem Packing: TFE Virgin Teflon\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThrust Washer: TFE Virgin Teflon\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHandle \u0026amp; 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 \u0026amp; 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-BVECXLPEX-125-PEX is installed on the cold water inlet to the water heater. It works in conjunction with thermal expansion tanks and pressure relief valves to provide complete protection from thermal expansion in residential water heating systems. Installation requires a safe, adequate drain line from the relief valve and clearance for handle operation and drain line maintenance.\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 Functionality:\u003c\/strong\u003e Combines water heater shut-off and thermal expansion relief valve in one compact unit for space-saving installation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLead-Free Construction:\u003c\/strong\u003e Certified to NSF\/ANSI 372 with 0.25% maximum weighted average lead content for safe drinking water applications.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFull Port Design:\u003c\/strong\u003e Provides unrestricted flow with 400 psi WOG pressure rating and 180°F temperature rating for reliable performance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePEX Ready Connections:\u003c\/strong\u003e Features integral crimp PEX connections for easy installation with modern plumbing systems and 1\/2\" crimp PEX drain fitting.\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 relief pressure setting does this model have?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: The Wilkins 34-BVECXLPEX-125-PEX features a 125 psi relief setting with a 1\/2\" crimp PEX drain fitting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Where should this valve be installed?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: Install the Zurn 34-BVECXLPEX-125-PEX on the cold water inlet to the water heater with adequate clearance for handle operation and a safe drain line from the relief valve.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Can I replace the relief valve component separately?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: Yes, the relief valve is replaceable using the Model P1560XL replacement relief valve accessory.\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":42914906800191,"sku":"34-BVECXLPEX-125-PEX","price":110.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0793\/0985\/files\/BVECXLPEX_8d9aeac3-5479-4188-a69b-8c6257e4656b.png?v=1770568550","url":"https:\/\/bottlefillingstations.com\/products\/wilkins-34-bvecxlpex-125-pex-ball-valve-w-thermal-expansion-control-34","provider":"BottleFillingStations.com","version":"1.0","type":"link"}