Watts LF3001A User Manual
Series lf3001a, Lead free, Dielectric unions
For Residential and Commercial Applications
ES-LF3001A
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Series LF3001A
Dielectric Unions
Sizes
1
⁄
2
" – 2" (15 – 50mm)
Series LF3001A dielectric unions feature a female iron pipe
thread to solder connection. These unions are designed to be
installed between pipe made from dissimilar metals to prevent
accelerated corrosion and deterioration in the piping system due
to galvanic and stray current. The LF3001A features Lead Free*
construction to comply with Lead Free* installation requirements.
Features
• Female iron pipe thread to solder connection
• Designed and manufactured to the highest quality standards
• Factory certified to withstand a minimum of 600 volts on a
dry line with no flashover
• Rated to 180°F (82°C) at 250psi (17.2 bar) with standard
gasket A and 300ºF (149ºC) at 50psi (3.4 bar) with optional
gasket B
Specifications
A dielectric union shall be installed where indicated on the
plans. The union shall feature a female iron pipe thread to sol-
der connection. The dielectric union shall be constructed using
Lead Free* materials. Lead Free* dielectric unions shall comply
with state codes and standards, where applicable, requiring
reduced lead content. The dielectric union shall be a Watts
Series LF3001A that complies with Buy America Act (BAA
1933) and The American Recovery and Reinvestment Act
(ARRA 2009).
Standards
Complies with Buy America Act (BAA 1933) and The American
Recovery and Reinvestment Act (ARRA 2009).
Pressure — Temperature
Maximum Pressure: 250psi (17.2 bar) with standard gasket A;
50psi (3.4 bar) with optional gasket B
Maximum Temperature: 180°F (82°C) with standard gasket A;
300ºF (149ºC) with optional gasket B
Materials — Dimensions — Weights
LEAD FREE
*
B
A
LF3001A
ES-LF3001A 1325
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*The wetted surface of this product contacted by consumable water
contains less than 0.25% of lead by weight.
Size
MATeRiALS
DiMeNSiONS
WeiGHT
TAIL PIECE
ADAPTER †
NUT †
INSULATOR
GASKET**
A
B
in.
mm
in.
mm
in.
mm
oz.
gm.
1
⁄
2
15
Lead Free Brass
Steel
Steel
Polysulfone
Buna-N
1
1
⁄
2
32
1
7
⁄
8
48
6
170
3
⁄
4
20
Lead Free Brass
Steel
Steel
Polysulfone
Buna-N
1
5
⁄
8
41
2
1
⁄
8
54
6.7
190
1
25
Lead Free Brass
Steel
Steel
Polysulfone
Buna-N
2
7
⁄
8
48
2
1
⁄
2
64
9.3
264
1
1
⁄
4
32
Lead Free Brass
Steel
Steel
Polysulfone
Buna-N
2
1
⁄
4
57
3
76
14.1
400
1
1
⁄
2
40
Lead Free Brass
Steel
Malleable Iron
Polysulfone
Buna-N
2
3
⁄
4
70
3
76
21.8
618
2
50
Lead Free Brass
Steel
Malleable Iron
Polysulfone
Buna-N
3
1
⁄
2
89
3
76
42.6
1208
† Steel and malleable iron components are zinc plated
** Optional Gasket B (GB)- EPDM Gasket for use in steam or hot water applications up
to 300 F (149 C) at 50 psi (3.4 bar)..