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Three-inch brass two-way ball valve with sweat ends and locking handle

Milwaukee Valve

Milwaukee Valve BA-485BLL 3" Manual 2-Way Ball Valve Sweat Brass

SKU CH-8SKR-4VCMF

Manual two-way brass ball valve with full-port chrome-plated ball, 600 psi operating pressure and 29.92 in Hg vacuum rating

  • TypeOther
  • Full-port design maximises flow capacity
  • Chrome-plated brass ball resists corrosion and wear
  • Brass body rated for 600 psi working pressure
  • Locking handle prevents accidental operation changes
  • Suitable for combustible gases and water applications

Milwaukee Valve BA-485BLL 3" Ball Valve

The Milwaukee Valve BA-485BLL is a manual two-way ball valve constructed from brass with a chrome-plated brass ball. It features a full-port design and a straight body style rated for 600 psi operating pressure. A locking handle provides secure position control during operation.

Suitable Applications and Limitations

This valve suits plumbing and gas-line installations handling water or combustible gases where a 3-inch sweat connection is required. The vacuum service rating of 29.92 in Hg supports evacuation tasks. It is not rated for steam service or specific combustible gas pressure limits, so engineers specifying those media must verify suitability elsewhere.

Deciding Specification

The nominal valve size of 3 inches combined with a sweat end connection determines whether this unit fits the existing piping assembly. Confirm the pipe diameter and joining method before purchase to ensure compatibility.

Highlights

  • Full-port design maximises flow capacity
  • Chrome-plated brass ball resists corrosion and wear
  • Brass body rated for 600 psi working pressure
  • Locking handle prevents accidental operation changes
  • Suitable for combustible gases and water applications

Specifications

BrandMILWAUKEE VALVE
TypeOther

Questions about this item

What copper pipe size must I have ready to sweat onto the 3-inch valve ends?

The valve is built for 3-inch nominal copper tube, so you need matching 3-inch Type K, L, or M pipe and compatible solder and flux.

Will the 600 psi rating still protect my older low-pressure supply lines if I keep them in place?

Yes, the valve handles up to 600 psi, so it will not be the limiting factor for any existing piping rated below that pressure.

How can I verify the full-port ball is moving freely after I finish sweating the joints?

Operate the locking handle from fully open to fully closed several times; it should turn smoothly with no binding and the handle indicator must align with the flow direction at each stop.

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