RPZ VALVES

The ‘BA” Backflow Preventer is a verifiable mechanical device designed to prevent contamination of the wholesome water by either back-siphonage due to a reduced or negative pressure in the mains water supply or system back pressure from the water installation within the premises.The device consists of an arrangement of water fittings within three pressure zones having different obturators and a dump valve.When backflow or back pressure conditions occurs the device provides an atmospheric separation between the wholesome water system and the contaminated fluid.

Where can the ‘BA” Backflow Prevention device be Used?

Proper use of the BA type backflow preventer is regulated by the European standard on prevention of pollution from backflow. The relevant standard is BS EN 1717:2000 ‘Protection against pollution of potable water in water installations and the general requirements of devices to prevent pollution by backflow’. The types of water contained in water systems are classified in this standard according to the degree of risk to health.

● Max pressure at inlet: 10 bar
● Max working temperature: 65°C
● Complete list of spares available

View Product Codes and Technical Documents
Reference Name Size Connections Fluid Category Max Working Pressure
574040 RPZ valve ½˝ M x M BSP 4 10 bar
574050 RPZ valve ¾″ M x M BSP 4 10 bar
574600 RPZ valve 1″ M x M BSP 4 10 bar
574700 RPZ valve 1¼″ M x M BSP 4 10 bar
574800 RPZ valve 1½″ M x M BSP 4 10 bar
574900 RPZ valve 2″ M x M BSP 4 10 bar
575006 RPZ valve - flanged connections DN65 Flanged PN16 4 10 bar
575008 RPZ valve - flanged connections DN80 Flanged PN16 4 10 bar
575010 RPZ valve - flanged connections DN100 Flanged PN16 4 10 bar
574008 RPZ valve 1½″ Male 4 10 bar
575005 RPZ valve - flanged connections DN50 Flanged PN6 4 10 bar

Technical Downloads

  • 574-575 BA Type RPZ Valve IOM
  • 574, 575 & 570 BA RPZ Valve Data Sheet
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