Watts LF26A-V 3/8 Lead-Free Pressure Reducing Valve, Brass, FNPT

The Watts LF26A-V 3/8 is a 3/8" lead-free pressure reducing valve with FNPT connections. It reduces inlet pressure of up to 300 psi to an adjustable 3-50 psi downstream, factory set at 15 psi. It features a brass body and a fkm (viton) seat. Rated to 300 psi and 0°F to 140°F. This model is certified lead-free for potable-water installations.

This 3/8 inch lead free small water pressure regulator is used in small general purpose applications to regulate water pressure in piping systems using water and No. 2 fuel oil. It has an oversized orifice and is ideally used on beverage dispensing and paint spraying equipment, ice cube machines, humidifiers, drinking fountains, and other small process applications. It consists of a lead free brass body with an adjusting tee handle, Viton trim, NPT threaded female connections, two-way low water pressure gauge port, aluminum spring cage, Viton stainless steel disc, and a reinforced Viton diaphragm. The temperature range is 0 to 140 degrees F (minus 18 to 60 degrees C). The reduced water pressure range is 3 to 50 psi (0.2 to 3.4 bar) and is factory set at 15 psi (1.0 bar).

Features

• Lead free brass body
• Stainless steel stem and spring
• Viton stainless steel disc and Viton diaphragm
• Tee handle adjustment

Common Questions

What pressure is it set to out of the box?

LF26A-V 3/8 ships factory set at 15 psi. The adjustable reduced-pressure range is 3 to 50 psi, so you can dial the outlet anywhere in that band on site with the adjusting screw - loosen the locknut, turn in to raise pressure and out to lower it, then retighten and verify with a gauge.

Does it include a strainer?

No - LF26A-V 3/8 does not have an integral strainer. On dirty or older supply lines, install a separate inline strainer upstream to keep debris off the seat.

Does it come with a gauge?

LF26A-V 3/8 has a gauge tapping (port) but no gauge is included - the port ships plugged. Thread in your own gauge to read the reduced downstream pressure.

Specifications

• Type: Pressure Regulator
• Size: 3/8"
• Inlet Size: 3/8"
• Outlet Size: 3/8"
• Connection: FNPT
• Body Material: Brass
• Seat / Seal Material: FKM (Viton)
• Max Pressure (psi): 300
• Shutoff: None
• Pack Quantity: 25
• Country of Origin: United States
• Warranty: 1 Year Limited
• MPN: LF26A-V 3/8
• Temperature: 0°F to 140°F
• Lead-Free: Yes
• Factory Set Pressure (psi): 15
• Adjustable Range - Min (psi): 3
• Adjustable Range - Max (psi): 50
• Thermal Expansion Bypass: No
• Integral Strainer: No
• Gauge: Gauge Tap
• Union Configuration: None
• Capacity Class: Small Process
• Regulated Media: Water & Fuel Oil