Merit Brass
Brass 2-PC 600# NPT Full Port Ball Valve - Leaded
- SKU:
- VB206FP
- Availability:
- Usually Ships Same Day
- Weight:
- 0.00 LBS
Description
Brass 2-PC 600# NPT Full Port Ball Valve - Leaded
Brass 2-PC 600# NPT Full Port Ball Valves provide dependable quarter-turn shutoff in compatible threaded piping systems. The full-port design maintains a large internal flow path to help minimize restriction and pressure loss, while the two-piece forged brass body provides durable construction for commercial and industrial service.
This leaded brass valve features a chrome-plated brass ball, PTFE seats, blow-out-proof stem, and locking handle device. It is rated for up to 600 PSI non-shock WOG and 125 PSI SWP, with sizes available from 1/4" through 4".
Product Highlights
- Two-piece forged brass ball valve
- Full-port design
- Female NPT threaded connections
- Chrome-plated brass ball
- PTFE valve seats
- Blow-out-proof stem design
- Quarter-turn operation
- Locking handle device
- Available in sizes from 1/4" through 4"
- 600 PSI non-shock WOG rating
- 125 PSI SWP rating
- Conforms to MSS-SP-110
- Threads conform to ANSI/ASME B1.20.1
- CSA gas approved through 2" for IPS sizes only
- Country of origin: Taiwan
Technical Specifications
| Product Type | 2-Piece Full Port Ball Valve |
|---|---|
| Body Material | Forged Brass |
| Lead Status | Leaded |
| Port Style | Full Port |
| Connection Type | Female NPT |
| Ball Material | Chrome-Plated Brass |
| Seat Material | PTFE |
| Stem Design | Blow-Out-Proof |
| Handle | Lever Handle with Locking Device |
| Operation | Quarter Turn |
| Pressure Rating | 600 PSI Non-Shock WOG |
| Steam Rating | 125 PSI SWP |
| Available Sizes | 1/4" through 4" |
| Valve Standard | MSS-SP-110 |
| Thread Standard | ANSI/ASME B1.20.1 |
| Gas Approval | CSA Approved Through 2" for IPS Sizes Only |
| Country of Origin | Taiwan |
Two-Piece Full Port Construction
A two-piece ball valve uses a body assembled from two primary valve-body sections. This construction provides a durable threaded valve body while allowing the internal ball and seat components to be securely contained within the assembly.
The full-port design provides a flow opening intended to closely correspond with the connected piping size, helping reduce flow restriction compared with reduced-port valve configurations.
A chrome-plated brass ball rotates through 90 degrees between the open and closed positions, while PTFE seats provide the sealing surfaces around the ball.
Valve Components & Features
Full-Port Flow Path
- Designed for unrestricted flow through the valve
- Helps minimize pressure loss
- Useful where maintaining flow capacity is important
- Suitable for compatible liquid and gas piping systems
- Available across a broad range of pipe sizes
Ball & Seat Assembly
- Chrome-plated brass ball
- PTFE seats
- Quarter-turn shutoff operation
- Designed for dependable sealing
- Smooth valve operation
Blow-Out-Proof Stem
- Designed to resist stem ejection from internal pressure
- Improves valve operating safety
- Supports dependable quarter-turn operation
- Integral part of the valve's pressure-containing design
- Suitable for compatible commercial and industrial piping
Locking Handle
- Lever-style operating handle
- Provides clear open and closed positioning
- Includes a locking device
- Allows valve position to be secured when required
- Useful in controlled-access piping applications
600 PSI WOG & 125 PSI SWP Ratings
600 PSI WOG
- Rated to 600 PSI non-shock WOG
- WOG refers to compatible water, oil, and gas service
- Non-shock rating applies where pressure surges are controlled
- Actual suitability depends on media and temperature
- Verify system requirements before installation
125 PSI SWP
- Rated to 125 PSI SWP
- SWP refers to steam working pressure
- Steam service must remain within published valve limitations
- Verify operating temperature and pressure
- Follow applicable piping and steam-system requirements
Full Port vs. Reduced Port Ball Valve
Full Port
- Larger internal flow opening
- Helps minimize flow restriction
- Helps reduce pressure drop through the valve
- Useful where flow capacity is a priority
- Used in this valve design
Reduced Port
- Smaller internal opening than the connecting pipe
- Typically more compact valve construction
- Introduces additional flow restriction
- May provide adequate performance where maximum flow is not required
- Different internal geometry from a full-port valve
Standards & Approvals
- MSS-SP-110: Valve construction conforms to MSS-SP-110.
- ANSI/ASME B1.20.1: Threaded ends conform to the applicable NPT pipe thread standard.
- CSA Gas Approval: Gas approved through 2" for IPS sizes only.
- Country of Origin: Taiwan.
Common Applications
Commercial & Mechanical Piping
- Water piping
- Oil piping
- Compatible gas piping
- Mechanical equipment isolation
- General threaded piping systems
Industrial Service
- Process piping shutoff
- Equipment isolation
- Utility piping systems
- Maintenance isolation points
- Applications requiring full-port flow
Installation & Selection Guidance
- Confirm the required nominal valve size before ordering.
- Verify female NPT thread compatibility with the mating piping.
- Confirm that 600 PSI non-shock WOG and 125 PSI SWP ratings are appropriate for the intended service.
- Verify media compatibility with the brass body, chrome-plated brass ball, PTFE seats, and other wetted components.
- Use an appropriate thread sealant for the system media, pressure, and temperature.
- Apply thread sealant according to the sealant manufacturer's instructions.
- Use appropriate wrenching surfaces when installing the valve to avoid applying excessive stress to the body.
- Avoid over-tightening threaded connections.
- Keep the valve fully open or fully closed when used for isolation unless the application specifically permits throttling.
- Verify CSA gas approval requirements when used in applicable gas service.
- Confirm pressure and temperature requirements before installation.
- Installation should comply with applicable piping codes, system requirements, and project specifications.
Important Leaded Material Notice
- This valve is identified as leaded brass.
- It is not intended for potable water applications where lead-free components are required.
- Confirm that leaded brass is permitted for the intended application before installation.
- Review applicable regulations, specifications, and manufacturer documentation before use.
Product Documents
Merit Brass Leaded Ball Valve Cut Sheet
Review manufacturer specifications, construction information, pressure ratings, dimensions, and approvals for the leaded brass ball valve product line.
Pipe Chart: Common Diameters & Wall Thicknesses
Reference common nominal pipe diameters and wall thickness information when selecting compatible piping components.
Need Help Selecting a Brass Full Port Ball Valve?
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the pressure rating of this valve?
This valve is rated for 600 PSI non-shock WOG and 125 PSI SWP.
What does full port mean?
A full-port ball valve has a larger internal flow opening intended to minimize restriction and pressure loss through the valve compared with a reduced-port design.
What type of connections does this valve use?
The valve uses female NPT threaded connections.
What sizes are available?
The supplied product information lists sizes from 1/4" through 4".
What material is the ball?
The valve uses a chrome-plated brass ball.
What material are the valve seats?
The valve uses PTFE seats.
What is a blow-out-proof stem?
A blow-out-proof stem is designed to resist being forced out of the valve body by internal system pressure.
Does the handle lock?
The supplied product information states that the handle includes a locking device.
Is this valve approved for gas service?
The supplied information states that the valve is CSA gas approved through 2" for IPS sizes only. Verify the specific size and application requirements before installation.
Does this valve meet MSS-SP-110?
Yes. The supplied product information states that the valve conforms to MSS-SP-110.
What standard applies to the NPT threads?
The threaded ends conform to ANSI/ASME B1.20.1.
Is this valve lead free?
No. This product is specifically identified as a leaded brass ball valve.
Where is this valve manufactured?
The supplied product information identifies the country of origin as Taiwan.
Important Ordering Notes
- Product is a brass 2-piece 600# NPT full port ball valve.
- Leaded brass construction.
- Female NPT threaded ends.
- Full-port configuration.
- Chrome-plated brass ball.
- PTFE seats.
- Blow-out-proof stem.
- Locking handle device.
- Available in sizes from 1/4" through 4".
- Rated for 600 PSI non-shock WOG.
- Rated for 125 PSI SWP.
- Conforms to MSS-SP-110.
- Threads conform to ANSI/ASME B1.20.1.
- CSA gas approved through 2" for IPS sizes only.
- Country of origin: Taiwan.
- Confirm valve size, media, pressure, temperature, and thread compatibility before ordering.
- Verify that leaded brass is permitted for the intended application.
- Refer to the manufacturer cut sheet for additional specifications and dimensional information.
