{"product_id":"wilkins-34-bvecxlpex-125bf-34-ball-valve-w-thermal-expansion-relief","title":"Wilkins 34-BVECXLPEX-125BF | 3\/4\" Ball Valve w\/ 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-BVECXLPEX-125BF is a full port bronze ball valve with integral thermal expansion control, designed for residential water heater protection.\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 Working 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, Hose Barb\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-125BF:\u003c\/strong\u003e FNPT shutoff connection\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e34-BVECXLC-125BF:\u003c\/strong\u003e Copper sweat connection\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e34-BVECXLC-125CF:\u003c\/strong\u003e Compression drain fitting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e34-BVECXL-125-PEX:\u003c\/strong\u003e PEX drain fitting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e34-BVECXLPEX-125-PEX:\u003c\/strong\u003e PEX drain connection\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 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 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 \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-125BF is installed on the cold water inlet to residential water heaters, providing both shut-off capability and thermal expansion relief protection. The valve should be installed with adequate clearance for handle operation and with a safe drain line properly connected from the relief valve drain fitting.\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 Lead)\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 Function Design:\u003c\/strong\u003e Combines water heater shut-off and thermal expansion relief valve in one compact unit, simplifying installation and reducing component count.\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, meeting current low-lead requirements for potable water applications.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFull Port Construction:\u003c\/strong\u003e Provides unrestricted flow when fully open, minimizing pressure drop and ensuring optimal water heater performance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDurable Materials:\u003c\/strong\u003e Built with low lead forged brass body, chrome-plated brass ball, and stainless steel components for long-lasting reliability and corrosion resistance.\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 for the Wilkins 34-BVECXLPEX-125BF?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: This model features a 125 psi relief setting to protect against thermal expansion in water heater systems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: What type of drain connection does this valve have?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: The Zurn 34-BVECXLPEX-125BF includes a 3\/8\" hose barb drain fitting for easy connection to a drain line.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Can this valve be used with other connection types?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: Yes, related models are available with FNPT (34-BVECXL-125BF), copper sweat (34-BVECXLC-125BF), and compression drain (34-BVECXLC-125CF) connections.\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":42914906832959,"sku":"34-BVECXLPEX-125BF","price":277.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0793\/0985\/files\/BVECXLPEX_a8aa4f69-a4ea-461f-af71-d094bd105b8a.png?v=1770568554","url":"https:\/\/bottlefillingstations.com\/products\/wilkins-34-bvecxlpex-125bf-34-ball-valve-w-thermal-expansion-relief","provider":"BottleFillingStations.com","version":"1.0","type":"link"}