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White PVC gate valve with rising stem and lever handle

Valterra

Valterra 6801 8 in Gate Valve Class 125 Slip

SKU CH-9X2S-Q6G8F MPN 6801

An 8-inch PVC gate valve with slip connections, 304 stainless steel wedge and stem, and a 10 psi pressure rating for water systems

  • TypeDrain Components
  • MaterialHAWA
  • Reliable water control with 10 psi operating pressure
  • Corrosion-resistant 304 stainless steel stem and wedge
  • Leak-tight TPE seal for secure shutoff
  • Durable PVC body with welded bonnet for strength
  • Easy slip-fit installation on 8-inch pipe

8-inch Gate Valve for Water Systems

This Valterra 6801 gate valve controls water flow in plumbing installations with a slip connection on both female ends. The PVC body and bonnet use a welded bonnet style for structural integrity. A rising stem made of 304 stainless steel operates the solid wedge, which is also 304 stainless steel. TPE seals and stainless steel seats complete the sealing surfaces.

Suits Low-Pressure PVC Piping.

This valve suits installers fitting 8-inch PVC piping where operating pressure stays at or below 10 psi. The Class 125 rating and slip connections match standard PVC drain and irrigation layouts. Builders working with higher pressure mains, steam lines, or threaded metal pipe should look at other valve types because the pressure limit and connection style do not match those needs.

10 psi Maximum Operating Pressure Decides Fit

The single specification that decides whether this is the right part is the maximum operating pressure of 10 psi. If the system pressure exceeds this value the valve cannot be used safely. When the system pressure is at or below 10 psi and the piping is 8-inch PVC with slip sockets, the valve matches the requirement.

Highlights

  • Reliable water control with 10 psi operating pressure
  • Corrosion-resistant 304 stainless steel stem and wedge
  • Leak-tight TPE seal for secure shutoff
  • Durable PVC body with welded bonnet for strength
  • Easy slip-fit installation on 8-inch pipe

Specifications

TypeDrain Components
MaterialHAWA
BrandValterra
Model6801

Questions about this item

How do I install the 8 in slip connection on the Valterra 6801 gate valve?

The valve uses female slip connections on both sides; solvent-weld the pipe fully into each socket while the valve is fully open, then allow the joint to cure before applying pressure.

What maintenance will the 304 stainless steel stem and wedge require later?

The rising stem and solid wedge are both 304 stainless steel; lubricate the stem threads annually and inspect the wedge seating surface for debris during routine system checks.

At what pressure limit does the Class 125 valve show its limit under sustained use?

The maximum operating pressure is 10 psi for both water and steam; sustained operation above this pressure will stress the PVC body and TPE seals first.

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