Lead-Free Brass Hose Bibb Valve | RW-315AB Series | MNPT × Hose End
Lead-Free Brass Hose Bibb Valve | RW-315AB Series | MNPT × Hose End
Red-White Valve’s RW-315AB Lead-Free Brass Ball Valve Hose Bibb provides a reliable, corrosion-resistant solution for outdoor faucets, utility hookups, and hose connections. Designed with a chrome-plated brass ball, PTFE seats, and dual NBR O-rings, this ECO-VALVE delivers smooth operation and leak-tight performance under pressure.
Constructed from lead-free DZR brass (ASTM B927 C27450 & C27453) and certified to AB1953, NSF/ANSI 61 & 372, the RW-315AB meets the Safe Drinking Water Act standard of ≤ 0.25 % lead content. Rated 125 PSI CWP and available in ½″ or ¾″ sizes, it includes MNPT × Hose End connections built to ASME B1.20.1 NPT specifications.
Key Features
- Certified Lead-Free Brass Body — Meets NSF/ANSI 61 & 372 and AB1953 for safe potable-water use.
- MNPT × Hose End Design — Secure threaded ends built to ASME B1.20.1 ensure tight, leak-free connections.
- Chrome-Plated Ball & PTFE Seats — Provides smooth operation and durable corrosion resistance.
- Dual NBR O-Ring Seals — Reinforced leak protection and long-life performance under pressure.
- No-Kink Spout Design — Maintains steady flow and prevents hose twisting or blockage.
- Rugged Construction — Aluminum handle with zinc-plated steel nut and all-brass stem and body.
- Pressure Rated 125 PSI CWP — Suitable for non-shock water and air applications in residential and commercial systems.
- Color-Coded Handles — Choose red (RW-315AB) or blue (RW-315ABBLUE) for hot/cold visual identification.
Pressure / Temperature Rating
| Pressure Rating | Temperature Range |
|---|---|
| 125 PSI CWP (Cold Working Pressure) | Up to 180 °F |
Dimension
| Size | φ Thread | A [in] | A1 [in] | H [in] | H1 [in] | L [in] | C [in] | Wt [lb] |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ½″ | ½-14 NPT | 3.79 | 2.09 | 1.37 | 0.91 | 2.20 | 0.55 | 0.40 |
| ¾″ | ¾-14 NPT | 3.94 | 2.19 | 1.37 | 0.91 | 2.20 | 0.56 | 0.44 |
Material Construction
| # | Part | Material | Specification |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Body | Lead-Free Brass | ASTM B927 C27450 |
| 2 | End Piece | Lead-Free DZR Brass | ASTM B927 C27453 |
| 3 | Ball | Lead-Free Brass / Cr Plated | ASTM B927 C27450 |
| 4 | Seat | PTFE | PTFE |
| 5 | Stem | Lead-Free Brass | ASTM B927 C27450 |
| 6 | O-Ring | NBR | NSF Approved |
| 7 | Handle | Aluminum | — |
| 8 | Handle Nut | Steel / Zn Plated | ASTM A36 |
Warning (California Prop 65): This product can expose you to chemicals including lead, known to the State of California to cause cancer and reproductive harm. For more information, visit www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.