RED-WHITE VALVE CORP. | SKU: 30078443 | MPN: 1516PAB 20MM 1/2

1516PAB PP-RCT Ball Valve

Name: 1516PAB PP-RCT Ball Valve
Brand: RED-WHITE VALVE CORP.
SKU: 30078443
Price: 54.0 USD
Availability: InStock

Size

1/2" | MOQ QTY 2 3/4" | MOQ QTY 2 1" | MOQ QTY 2

Product variants

✔ Cold-Expansion Certified– ASTM F1960 barb connections eliminate leaks in PEX systems without crimping
✔ -20°F to 200°F Resilience– Maintains seal integrity from frozen pipes to hot water lines
✔ Municipal-Grade Build– BAA-compliant PP-RCT/DZR brass withstands 50+ PSI water hammer surges
✔ 10-Year Zero-Lead Guarantee– NSF 372-certified (<0.25% lead) for schools/hospitals

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The 1516PAB PP-RCT Ball Valve delivers reliable flow control in residential, commercial, and municipal water systems. Featuring a PP-RCT body with ASTM F1960 PEX barb connections, this valve combines NSF/ANSI 61, 372, and AB1953 compliance with a 10-year warranty, making it ideal for projects requiring BAA (Buy American Act) sourcing.

Key Features & Benefits

✔ Drinking Water Safe – DZR lead-free brass (<0.25% lead) exceeds NSF/ANSI 372 standards
✔ Leak-Proof Design – Virgin PTFE seats and NBR O-rings ensure zero contamination
✔ 300# WOG Rating – Withstands 430+ PSI surges with blow-out-proof stem
✔ Green Color Coding – Easy identification in plumbing/HVAC systems
✔ PEX-Ready – Barbed ends simplify ASTM F1960 cold-expansion connections

Technical Specifications

Body: PP-RCT (Polypropylene Random Crystallinity Temperature)
Ball/Stem: DZR lead-free brass (chrome-plated ball)
Seats: Virgin PTFE
Connections: Polyfusion x Barb (ASTM F1960)
Certifications: NSF/ANSI 61, 372, 14 | IAPMO Z1157 | AB1953 | BAA
Options: Wing handle or extension stem (sold separately)

Why Choose the 1516PAB?

✅ Zero Maintenance – Corrosion-resistant PP-RCT and brass components
✅ Municipal Approved – Complies with government project requirements
✅ Hot/Cold Resilient – Performs in -20°F to 200°F (-29°C to 93°C) environments
✅ Easy Installation – Compatible with standard PEX expansion tools

Ideal Applications

Residential plumbing (potable water lines)
School/hospital water distribution
Hydronic heating/cooling systems
Municipal water infrastructure
Industrial process water control

Backed by a 10-Year Warranty – Engineered for longevity in critical water systems.

Includes: Valve body, standard handle. Wing handle/extension stem sold separately.

Certified Safe | BAA Compliant | Built for Pressure

Dimension

Size		A	B	C	D	E	H	L	P	Weight
in	DN	in/mm	in/mm	in/mm	in/mm	in/mm	in/mm	in/mm	in/mm	lb/g
1/2"	20	2.66/68	0.76/19	0.57/14	1.81/46	0.71/18	2.36/60	4.02/102	0.59/15	0.32/150
3/4"	25	2.78/71	0.96/24	0.63/16	2.01/51	0.95/24	2.36/60	4.02/102	0.59/15	0.49/222
1"	32	3.13/80	1.23/31	0.71/18	2.28/58	1.81/46	2.48/63	4.02/102	0.79/20	0.61/277

All dimensions in inches (in) and millimeters (mm) | Weight in pounds (lb) and grams (g)

Max. Pressure	Max. Temperature
300 psi / 2,068 kPa	185°F / 85°C

psi = pounds per square inch | kPa = kilopascals | °F = Fahrenheit | °C = Celsius

Material

Part	Material	Specification
1	PEX End	DZR Lead Free Brass (ASTM B927 C27453)
2	Cartridge body	Polypropylene (PP-RCT)
3	Lever Handle	Nylon (PA6-50G)
4	O-Ring	NBR (NSF Approved)
5	Stem	DZR Lead Free Brass (ASTM B927 C27453)
6	Seat	PTFE
7	Ball	DZR Lead Free Brass/Cr Plated (ASTM B927 C27453)
8	Cartridge cap	Polypropylene (PP-RCT)
9	Screw	Steel / Geomet® plated
10	Body	Polypropylene (PP-RCT)

DZR = Dezincification Resistant | NBR = Nitrile Rubber | PTFE = Polytetrafluoroethylene