{"product_id":"zurn-wilkins-34-bvecxl-125-pex-ball-valve-with-thermal-expansion-relief","title":"Wilkins 34-BVECXL-125-PEX | 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-125-PEX 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 FNPT, 1\/2\" Crimp PEX\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 3\/4 Inches with 3\/8\" hose barb drain\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e34-BVECXL-125CF:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3\/4 Inches with 3\/8\" compression drain\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e34-BVECXLC-125BF:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3\/4 Inches copper sweat, barb drain\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e34-BVECXLC-125CF:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3\/4 Inches copper sweat, compression drain\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e34-BVECXLPEX-125BF:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3\/4 Inches PEX, 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\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: Virgin Teflon\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThrust Washer: 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) and 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-125-PEX is installed on the cold water inlet to residential water heaters, providing both shutoff capability and thermal expansion relief. It requires a safe, adequate drain line from the relief valve outlet and should be installed with sufficient 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% Maximum 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 full port ball valve shutoff with 125 psi thermal expansion relief in a single compact unit.\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 drinking water applications.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDurable Construction:\u003c\/strong\u003e Low lead bronze and brass materials with stainless steel components ensure long-lasting performance and corrosion resistance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEasy Installation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Integral design with FNPT threads and 1\/2\" crimp PEX drain connection simplifies water heater installations.\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 pressure setting does the Zurn 34-BVECXL-125-PEX have and can it be adjusted?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: The unit has a factory-set 125 psi relief setting. The relief setting is not adjustable, but replacement relief valves with different pressure settings (80 psi or 100 psi) are available as accessories.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Where should the drain line from the relief valve be routed?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: The drain line must be routed to a safe, adequate drain location that can handle thermal expansion discharge. Ensure the drain line is properly supported and termination meets local plumbing codes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Is the Wilkins 34-BVECXL-125-PEX suitable for both new installations and replacement applications?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: Yes, this valve is ideal for both new water heater installations and replacement applications where a combined shutoff and thermal expansion relief valve is required, particularly in areas requiring lead-free valves.\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":42914919612479,"sku":"34-BVECXL-125-PEX","price":277.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0793\/0985\/files\/BVECXLPEX_d8650691-3ea3-48bf-8beb-e1a807f51c2e.png?v=1770569219","url":"https:\/\/bottlefillingstations.com\/products\/zurn-wilkins-34-bvecxl-125-pex-ball-valve-with-thermal-expansion-relief","provider":"BottleFillingStations.com","version":"1.0","type":"link"}