Air Release Valve
Air Release Valve
Air Release Valve
Val-Matic’s quality of design and meticulous workmanship adjustable closure versatility....Dual Disc® Check Valves
has set the standards by which all others are measured. utilizing stabilized components to provide extended life....
Quality design features such as the AWWA Ener•G® Ball Air Release, Air/Vacuum and Combination Air Valves
Valve with its energy efficient design, fusion bonded provided standard with Type 316 stainless steel trim....
epoxy and adjustable resilient seating....Cam-Centric® VaultSafe® family of products includes the FloodSafe®
Plug Valves have more requested features than any other Inflow Preventer, FrostSafe® two-way damper and the
eccentric plug valve....American-BFV® Butterfly Valves VentSafe® vent pipe security cage. The QuadroSphere®
include a field replaceable seat without the need for spe- Trunnion Ball Valve features a unique ball design with re-
cial tools....Tilted Disc® Check Valves with high strength cessed surfaces creating additional flow paths to provide a
and wear resistant aluminum bronze trim as standard.... self-cleaning action and reduced wear and torque.
Silent Check Valves featuring combined resilient/met-
al-to-metal seating and are NSF/ANSI 61 & 372 Certi- Val-Matic is totally committed to providing the highest
fied....Sure Seal Foot Valves provided with a heavy quality valves and outstanding service to our customers.
duty stainless steel screened inlet....Swing-Flex® and Complete customer satisfaction is our goal. Make the
Surgebuster® Check Valves designed with an unre- change to quality, specify Val-Matic!
stricted full flow area....Swing Check Valves with field
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Wastewater Air Valve Features & Benefits
Stainless Steel Body OUTLET
FLUSH VALVE
Seamless stainless steel bodies are lightweight and
available for extreme service such as hydrogen sulfide,
industrial chemicals or corrosive environments. ASTM
A351, Grade CF8M stainless steel bodies provide superior
corrosion resistance in full compliance with AWWA C512.
Non-Stick Coatings
Special interior coatings are available to minimize the
buildup of sewage on the inside of the valve. Val-Matic’s
Fusion Bonded Epoxy is a baked-on, glass-like coating 1/2” RUBBER HOSE WITH
QUICK DISCONNECT
that reduces maintenance and prevents corrosion of COUPLING ON EACH END
the valve. Non-stick coatings are important when force
mains contain grease that tends to collect in valves and
pipes. DRAIN VALVE
2“ CLEANOUT
Non-Clog Design for Reduced Maintenance SLOPED OUTLET
Val-Matic Wastewater Air Valves are specially designed
for grit and sewage service without the need for
ISOLATION VALVE
backwashing when combined with non-stick coatings.
The bodies are extended in length to prevent solid
material from reaching the operating mechanism.
The bottom of the body is sloped toward the outlet
to prevent clogging. Val-Matic provides a minimum 2 Air Valve with Severe Service
inch inlet size and a 2 inch cleanout connection on all Backwash Accessories
wastewater valves to facilitate the passage of solids.
For those installations where backwashing on site is not
Wastewater Floats practical or desirable, a valve rotation program can be
As with all Val-Matic Air Valves, the float and operating
established. The valve to be serviced is exchanged with
mechanism are 316 stainless steel for long life in the
harshest wastewater applications. Additionally, the a spare valve and taken back to the shop for cleaning.
floats are equipped with a concave or skirted shaped It is then ready to replace the next valve scheduled for
bottom to accelerate the closure of the float to reduce maintenance. The valve rotation program also provides
leakage and clogging of the valve. the benefit of a backup valve in the unlikely event one
should ever fail.
Severe Service Backwashing
When systems are heavy in grease and solids, back-
washing of Wastewater Air Valves may become a nec-
essary maintenance process. The key is to reduce the
frequency of backwashing by designing the valve to
handle conditions such as wastewater containing solids
and grease. As indicated in the above features, Val-
Matic has done that with the extended and bell shaped
body, the sensitivity float and the availability of non-
stick Fusion Bonded Epoxy. Periodic maintenance may
still be required on severe applications, therefore, all
Wastewater Air Valves can be furnished with an acces-
sory kit which includes a shutoff valve to isolate the air
valves from the line, flush and drain valves, and a hose
for connecting to a clean water supply.
Product Features:
• Unconditionally guaranteed stainless steel floats
• Stainless steel 316 internal trim
• Resilient seating for positive shutoff
• Performance proven for over 50 years
• Non-clog design minimizes need for backwashing
Clean Water
Optional Accessories:
• Vacuum check (prevents inflow of air)
• Outlet hood with screen (prevents debris from entering
valves)
• Ball and plug isolation valves (allows valve maintenance)
• Inflow Preventer on outlet (stops flood water and resulting
contamination from entering pipeline)
Wastewater • Backwash kit (for severe wastewater applications)
MATERIALS OF CONSTRUCTION
COMPONENT STANDARD OPTIONAL
Cast Iron ASTM A126 Class B Carbon Steel ASTM A216 Grade WCB
Body and Cover
Ductile Iron ASTM A536 Grade 65-45-12 Stainless Steel ASTM A351 Grade CF8M
Float and Trim Type 316 Stainless Steel ------------
Seal Buna-N EPDM or Viton
Coating Universal Acrylic Primer (external) Non-Stick Fusion Bonded Epoxy (internal & external)
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Air Release Valves
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Air/Vacuum Valves
Operational Highlights:
• Exhausts large quantities of air at system start-up
• Provides pipeline vacuum protection
• Responds to loss of pressure during power failures, line breaks
and intentional drainage
• Fully complies with AWWA C512
Product Features:
• Unconditionally guaranteed stainless steel floats
• Stainless steel 316 internal trim
• Exclusive high/low pressure resilient seating
• Full pipe size inlets and outlets provide maximum protection
Clean Water
• Non-clog design minimizes need for backwashing
Optional Accessories:
• Outlet hood with screen (prevents debris from entering valves)
• Flanged outlets on sizes 8 inch & smaller
• Ball and plug isolation valves (allows valve maintenance)
• Inflow Preventer on outlet (stops flood water and resulting
contamination from entering pipeline)
Wastewater
• Backwash kit (for severe wastewater applications)
MATERIALS OF CONSTRUCTION
COMPONENT STANDARD OPTIONAL
Cast Iron ASTM A126 Class B
Body, Cover and Carbon Steel ASTM A216 Grade WCB
Class 125 and 250
Baffle Stainless Steel ASTM A351 Grade CF8M
Ductile Iron ASTM A536 Grade 65-45-12
Trim Type 316 Stainless Steel ------------
Seal Buna-N EPDM or Viton
Coating Universal Acrylic Primer (external) Non-Stick Fusion Bonded Epoxy (internal & external)
VENTING CAPACITY OF AIR/VACUUM VALVE ORIFICES
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Air/Vacuum Valves
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WATER AIR/VACUUM VALVES
Inlet Outlet Model CWP Dimensions (Inches)
Size Size Number* PSI A B
1/2” NPT 1/2” NPT 100S 300 6.13 7.00
1” NPT 1” NPT 101S 300 7.00 9.68 B
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WASTEWATER AIR/VACUUM VALVES
Inlet Outlet Model CWP Dimensions (Inches)
Size Size Number PSI A B
2” NPT 1” NPT 301A 150 7.00 15.06
2” NPT 2” NPT 302A 150 9.50 17.44 B
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Combination Air Valves
Operational Highlights:
• Provides the functions of both Air Release and Air/Vacuum Valves
• Exhausts large quantities of air at system start-up
• Releases air pockets during system operation
• Provides pipeline vacuum protection
• Fully complies with AWWA C512
Product Features:
• Single body incorporates both features within one valve
– More compact and economical
• Dual body consists of two independent valves
– Allows individual maintenance while still protecting the pipeline
– Wider range of sizing options
• Inlets and outlets are equal to full nominal size
Clean Water
• Unconditionally guaranteed stainless steel floats
• Stainless steel 316 internal trim
• Non-clog design minimizes need for backwashing
• Exclusive high/low pressure resilient seating
Optional Accessories:
• Outlet hood with screen (prevents debris from entering valves)
• Ball, plug and butterfly isolation valves (allows valve maintenance)
• Inflow Preventer on outlet (stops flood water and resulting
contamination from entering pipeline)
Wastewater • Backwash kit (for severe wastewater applications)
MATERIALS OF CONSTRUCTION
COMPONENT STANDARD OPTIONAL
Body, Cover and Cast Iron ASTM A126 Class B Ductile Iron ASTM A536 Grade 65-45-12
Baffle Class 125 and 250 Stainless Steel ASTM A351 Grade CF8M
Trim Type 316 Stainless Steel ------------
Seal Buna-N EPDM or Viton
Coating Universal Acrylic Primer (external) Non-Stick Fusion Bonded Epoxy (internal & external)
VENTING CAPACITY OF COMBINATION AIR VALVE ORIFICES
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Combination Air Valves
A
Single Body
Single Body Combination Air Valve with
Combination Air Valve FloodSafe® Inflow Preventer
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Combination Air Valves
A
101S/22.9 - 103S/22.9
Dual Body Combination
Air Valves
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Surge-Suppression Air Valves
Operational Highlights:
• Provides full vacuum protection for the pipeline
• Provides slow closure suppressing surge in the pipeline
• Minimizes water blow-by during Air Valve closure
• Allows the use of smaller valve size by utilizing a maximum
sizing differential pressure of 5 psig
RED • Releases entrained air while pipeline is operating to maintain
pumping efficiency
• Includes Regulated Exhaust Device (RED)
• Fully complies with AWWA C512 and NSF 61
Wastewater
MATERIALS OF CONSTRUCTION
COMPONENT STANDARD OPTIONAL
Body Cast Iron ASTM A126 Class B Ductile Iron ASTM A536 Grade 65-45-12
Coating Universal Acrylic Primer (external) Non-Stick Fusion Bonded Epoxy (internal & external)
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Surge-Suppression Air Valves
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Air/Vacuum Valves for Vertical Pumps
Operational Highlights:
• Regulates the exhaust of air on pump start-up
DPT • Admits air to protect pump and mechanical seals
• Protects against air-related surges on pump start-up
• Fully complies with AWWA C512
Product Features:
• Unconditionally guaranteed 316 stainless steel floats
• Inlets and outlets are equal to full nominal pipe area
• 1/2” - 3” equipped with Dual Port Throttling Device
• 4” and larger equipped with Regulated-Exhaust Device
mounted on the inlet
MATERIALS OF CONSTRUCTION
COMPONENT STANDARD OPTIONAL
Cast Iron ASTM A126 Class B Ductile Iron ASTM A536 Grade 65-45-12
Body and Cover
Class 125 and 250 Stainless Steel ASTM A351 Grade CF8M
Type 316 Stainless Steel (Air Valve)
Trim ------------
Lead Free Bronze ASTM B584 C87600 (RED)
Coating Universal Acrylic Primer (external) Non-Stick Fusion Bonded Epoxy (internal & external)
AIR/VACUUM VALVE FOR VERTICAL PUMP SERVICE SIZING
Valve No Head Pump Model Number
Size Capacity, GPM 150 PSI Model 300 PSI Model
1/2” 0 - 350 100ST
1” 351 - 1,350 101ST
2” 1,351 - 4,000 102ST
3” 4,001 - 7,000 103ST
4” 7,001 - 11,000 104SSA.1 154SSA.1
6” 11,001 - 24,000 106SSA.1 156SSA.1
8” 24,001 - 50,000 108SSA.1 158SSA.1
10” 50,001 - 70,000 110FSSA.1 160FSSA.1
12” 70,001 - 110,000 112FSSA.1 162FSSA.1
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Air/Vacuum Valves for Vertical Pumps
A
100ST - 103ST
Air Valves with
AIR/VACUUM VALVE FOR VERTICAL PUMPS Dual Port Throttling Device
WITH REGULATED-EXHAUST DEVICE A
Inlet Outlet Model CWP Dimensions (Inches)
Size Size Number PSI A B
4” 125lb Flg 4” NPT 104SSA.1 150 11.50 23.63
4” 250lb Flg 4” NPT 154SSA.1 300 11.50 23.63
6” 125lb Flg 6” NPT 106SSA.1 150 14.00 28.50 B
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Vacuum Breaker Valves
Operational Highlights:
• Provides vacuum protection for pipelines and tanks
• Cushions surges related to column separation
• Opens in response to a 0.25 psi vacuum
Product Features:
• Resilient seals provide drop tight seating
• Full flow areas provide maximum vacuum protection
Optional Accessories:
• Hood with screen (prevents debris from entering valves)
• Air Release Valve (slowly releases air to prevent violent
rejoining of water columns)
• Inflow Preventer on outlet (stops flood water and resulting
contamination from entering pipeline)
MATERIALS OF CONSTRUCTION
COMPONENT STANDARD OPTIONAL
Cast Iron ASTM A126 Class B
Body and Cover Ductile Iron ASTM A536 Grade 65-45-12
Class 125 and 250
Trim Lead Free Bronze, ASTM B584, C87600 Stainless Steel ASTM A351 Grade CF8M
Coating Universal Acrylic Primer (external) Non-Stick Fusion Bonded Epoxy (internal & external)
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Vacuum Breaker Valves
A
THREADED VACUUM BREAKER AIR VALVE
Model Dimensions (Inches)
Inlet Outlet CWP
Number* A B
1/2” NPT 1/2” NPT 100VB 300 6.13 7.00 B
1” NPT 1” NPT 101VB 300 7.00 9.50
2” NPT 2” NPT 102VB 300 9.50 12.00
3” NPT 3” NPT 103VB 300 9.50 12.50
*NSF 61 & 372 Certified 100VB-103VB
FLANGED VACUUM BREAKER AIR VALVE Vacuum Breaker Valves
FLANGED VACUUM BREAKER WITH AIR RELEASE VALVE
A
Inlet Model Number* Model Number* Dimensions (Inches)
Size* 125lb Class (CWP) 250lb Class (CWP) A B
3 1803AVB/38 150 1853VB/38.5 300 11.00 6.00
4 1804AVB/38 150 1854VB/38.5 300 11.50 7.25 B
FLANGED VACUUM BREAKER WITH AIR RELEASE VALVE A
FOR WASTEWATER SERVICE
Model Number with
Inlet Model Dimensions (Inches)
Air Release Valve
Size* Number B
125lb Class (CWP) A B C D
3 1803VBS 1803VBS/48A 200 27.10 26.10 7.50 9.80 D
4 1804VBS 1804VBS/48A 200 20.10 21.80 9.00 10.50
6 1806VBS 1806VBS/48A 200 22.90 23.60 11.00 13.80
8 1808VBS 1808VBS/48A 200 25.55 25.20 13.50 17.40 C
Water Level
Product Features:
Control Switch • Specifically designed to prevent fluid leakage
• Flow sensitive float
• Stainless steel 316 internal trim and float
Optional Accessories:
• Water Level Control Switch (Mercury-Free)
MATERIALS OF CONSTRUCTION
COMPONENT STANDARD OPTIONAL
A
VACUUM PRIMING VALVES
Inlet Outlet Model CWP Orifice Dimensions (Inches)
Size Size No. PSI Size A B
2” NPT 1/2” NPT 38P 150 3/16” 7.00 15.31 Optional
Water Level
B
Control Switch
2” NPT 1/2” NPT 38P.2 75 5/16” 7.00 15.31
2” NPT 1” NPT 45P 150 23/64” 9.50 17.56
2” NPT 1” NPT 45P.3 75 1/2” 9.50 17.56
38P - 45P.3
Vacuum Priming Valve with Optional
VACUUM LINE Water Level Control Switch
TO PRIMING SYSTEM
PRIMING VALVE
FLOW
1 The pipeline profile data is entered into the program which evaluates system data and develops sizing criteria
such as slope for each pipeline segment and flow rate due to slope.
2 It will recommend valve locations, sizes and models and print a valve schedule.
3 It will also prepare a pipeline profile for the user. Finally, the program will save your data for future reference.
Name
Sample Project Pipe Line Profiles Feet
Owner Project Owner
Engineer # Station Elevation
Valmatic
1 0 0
Max Flow Rate 30000 GPM
2 Station (ft) Elevation (ft) Description Value Recommendations (Size/Model) Flow Rate CFS Slope
3 20.0
10.0
7.5
5.0
2.5
0.0
0 2,000 4,000 6,000 8,000 10,000 12,000 14,000
Station (ft)
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FloodSafe ® Inflow Preventer
Operational Highlights:
• Piped to an outlet for an air valve
• Protects potable water systems from flooding and
malicious contamination
• Field testing capability
• Low pressure shut off
• Dual float checks for added protection
• Fully complies with AWWA C514 and the Ten State Standards
for Water Works
Product Features:
• Cross contamination control
• Adaptable to existing air valve installations
Test Cocks • Dual chamber design with upper chamber as a back up
• Dual float checks designed to assure rapid closure upon the
entry of fluid into the chamber.
• Patented resilient seats are specially designed and formulated
to assure drop tight closure at low pressures.
• Test ports allow for independent testing of both chambers
• Basket screen prevents debris from entering
• Port sized cover to allow for full venting capacity of air valve or vent
Optional Accessories:
• Field test kit
• Wall bracket
MATERIALS OF CONSTRUCTION
COMPONENT STANDARD
Upper & Lower Chambers, Cover Ductile Iron, ASTM A536 Grade 65-45-12
Upper & Lower Check Floats Stainless Steel, Type 316
Check Seat Resilient
Basket Screen Stainless Steel, Type 304
Coatings Fusion Bonded Epoxy (internal/External)
Optional VentSafe®
Optional
FrostSafe®
FloodSafe®
Inflow Preventer
The FloodSafe® is piped to the outlet of an air release valve, air/vacuum valve, or combination air valve of vent. As
water in a flooded area or vault rises, the float check in the lower chamber rises preventing contaminated water from
continuing past the chamber. The redundant upper chamber provides a backup in much the same way a backflow
preventer works. If contaminated water continues past the seat of the lower chamber the float check in the upper
chamber rises preventing fluid from reaching the air valve outlet. Under normal operating conditions the FloodSafe®
provides full venting capacity of the air valve or vent.
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FrostSafe ® Two-Way Damper
Operational Highlights:
• Wafer style bidirectional hingeless damper
• Installed in vent piping
• Protects air valve from freezing
• Minimizes the flow of cold air into vaults through vent pipes
• Provides 100% flow area
• 100% corrosion resistant construction
• Allows Air Valves to function at full rated capacity
Product Features:
• High density polyethylene body
• Damper seal
• Adaptable to existing vent pipes
• Wafer design minimizes space requirements
MATERIALS OF CONSTRUCTION
COMPONENT STANDARD
Body High Density Polyethylene (HDPE)
Rubber Membrane Nylon Reinforced High Grade Neoprene
Damper Seal PETG
Body Bolt Stainless Steel, Type 316
FROSTSAFE® TWO-WAY DAMPER
A
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VentSafe ® Security Cage
Operational Highlights:
• Installed in vault or reservoir vent pipes
• Helps prevent bugs, birds and small animals from nesting in
vent pipes
• Helps prevent malicious introduction of liquids and other matter
• Provides 100% flow area
• 100% corrosion resistant construction
Product Features:
• Flow area equal to 100% of pipe area
• Adapts to existing vent pipes
• Wafer design minimizes space requirements
• 24 mesh screen complies with USEPA and Ten State Standard
requirements for tank vent lines
MATERIALS OF CONSTRUCTION
COMPONENT STANDARD
Body 45 Shore D PVC
Screen, 24 Mesh Stainless Steel, Type 304
Cage, 2 Mesh Stainless Steel, Type 304
VENTSAFE® SECURITY CAGE
Model Dimensions (Inches)
Size
Number A B C D
4 1604 6.75 0.375 3.76 2.37
6 1606 8.63 0.375 5.75 3.37
8 1608 10.88 0.375 7.77 4.37 C
12 1612 16.00 0.375 11.75 6.00
D
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Bulletin 1500
Val-Matic’s quality of design and meticulous workmanship adjustable closure versatility....Dual Disc® Check Valves
has set the standards by which all others are measured. utilizing stabilized components to provide extended life....
Quality design features such as the AWWA Ener•G® Ball Air Release, Air/Vacuum and Combination Air Valves
Valve with its energy efficient design, fusion bonded provided standard with Type 316 stainless steel trim....
epoxy and adjustable resilient seating....Cam-Centric® VaultSafe® family of products includes the FloodSafe®
Plug Valves have more requested features than any other Inflow Preventer, FrostSafe® two-way damper and the
eccentric plug valve....American-BFV® Butterfly Valves VentSafe® vent pipe security cage. The QuadroSphere®
include a field replaceable seat without the need for spe- Trunnion Ball Valve features a unique ball design with re-
cial tools....Tilted Disc® Check Valves with high strength cessed surfaces creating additional flow paths to provide a
and wear resistant aluminum bronze trim as standard.... self-cleaning action and reduced wear and torque.
Silent Check Valves featuring combined resilient/met-
al-to-metal seating and are NSF/ANSI 61 & 372 Certi- Val-Matic is totally committed to providing the highest
fied....Sure Seal Foot Valves provided with a heavy quality valves and outstanding service to our customers.
duty stainless steel screened inlet....Swing-Flex® and Complete customer satisfaction is our goal. Make the
Surgebuster® Check Valves designed with an unre- change to quality, specify Val-Matic!
stricted full flow area....Swing Check Valves with field