Nibco, Inc.
Nibco, Inc. 5857066 1-1/4" FNPT Bronze Ball Valve
A manual two-way bronze ball valve with stainless-steel full-port ball rated for 600 psi water and steam service
- TypeOther
- Full-port design maintains unrestricted flow
- Bronze body resists corrosion in water systems
- Stainless-steel ball withstands 600 psi operating pressure
- Lever handle enables quick manual shut-off
- Two-piece construction simplifies inline installation
Bronze Ball Valve for Water Systems
The NIBCO 5857066 is a manual two-way bronze ball valve designed for inline water control. Its 1-1/4 inch FNPT connections suit residential and light-commercial plumbing installations. The full-port stainless-steel ball maintains unrestricted flow through the valve body. A lever handle provides simple quarter-turn operation for on-off service.
Sustained Pressure and Temperature Performance
Rated at 600 psi for both operating pressure and steam service, the valve handles continuous duty without pressure derating. The two-piece bronze body and stainless-steel ball resist corrosion during extended exposure to treated water. Full-port geometry minimises turbulence and pressure drop across long piping runs. Lever actuation remains reliable through repeated daily cycles.
Compatibility Checks Before Ordering
Verify that the piping system uses 1-1/4 inch female NPT threads to match the valve connections. Confirm the application involves water or steam within the 600 psi rating, as combustible-gas service is not rated. Ensure straight inline orientation fits the available pipe layout. The valve carries no 3-A sanitary rating for food-grade processes.
Highlights
- Full-port design maintains unrestricted flow
- Bronze body resists corrosion in water systems
- Stainless-steel ball withstands 600 psi operating pressure
- Lever handle enables quick manual shut-off
- Two-piece construction simplifies inline installation
Specifications
| Brand | NIBCO |
|---|---|
| Type | Other |
Questions about this item
Does the 600 psi operating pressure cause noticeable vibration or heat when water runs all day?
The valve is a passive bronze component with no moving parts under power, so it generates no heat or vibration during continuous flow.
What piping must already be in place for the 1-1/4" FNPT connections to seal properly?
You need female NPT threads on both pipe ends matching the 1-1/4 inch nominal size.
Will the full-port stainless steel ball restrict flow in an older 1-1/4" galvanized system?
The full-port design matches the nominal bore, so it does not create a bottleneck in existing 1-1/4 inch piping.
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