Apollo 36LF40801 Pressure Reducing Valve 2 In Lead Free Bronze

Apollo 36LF40801 Valve Purpose

The Apollo 36LF40801 is a lead-free bronze pressure reducing valve designed for potable water systems requiring a two-inch connection. It serves residential and commercial installations that must meet low-lead mandates such as CA AB1953 and VT ACT 193. The double union NPT ends allow straightforward inline servicing without cutting pipe. Builders needing a smaller body or a flanged connection will need a different model.

Sustained Pressure Regulation

The valve maintains an adjustable outlet range of 25 to 75 psi and ships preset at 50 psi for immediate commissioning. It is rated for a maximum working pressure of 300 psi and a maximum temperature of 180 degrees Fahrenheit. Compliance with ASSE 1003 and CSA B356 confirms consistent performance under continuous flow conditions rather than brief test bursts. Systems demanding a factory setting outside the 25 to 75 psi band cannot be served by this unit.

Thermal and Operational Profile

Lead-free bronze construction resists dezincification and handles the rated 180 degree Fahrenheit service temperature without degradation. The valve operates silently within its design range because no moving parts contact the seat during steady flow. Zero electrical consumption and no external power requirement simplify integration into gravity-fed or pumped networks. Installations requiring a pressure relief port or integral strainer must specify a different configuration.