Air Release Wastewater Valves

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Air Release Valves, sometimes referred to as "small orifice valves," are often fitted at the highest point on a pipeline to continually release unwanted air during system operation to protect against unwanted surges and maintain system efficiency.

Product Overview

  • Available in sizes 2" - 4"
  • Tested to AWWA C512 requirements
  • Maintains systems flow efficiency
  • Releases unwanted air pockets during system operation
  • Protects system against air related surges
  • Manufactured under a certified ISO 9001 quality system
  • Automated Sizing Program

Features

  • Specifically designed for grit and sewage service without the need for backwashing when combined with fusion bonded epoxy slick coatings
  • Bodies are extended in length with a sloped bottom to prevent solid material from reaching the operating mechanism
  • Floats are equipped with a specially shaped bottom to accelerate the closure to reduce leakage and clogging of the valve
  • Available in lightweight all stainless steel construction to eliminate corrosion
  • Unconditionally guaranteed T316 stainless steel floats
  • Stainless steel 316 internal trim
  • Resilient seating for positive shutoff
  • Performance proven for over 40 years

Specifications

Valve Size Product Description Drawing Number
2" - 4" Wastewater Air Release Valve VM-48A-S

Materials of Construction

Valve Size Product Description Drawing Number
2" - 4" 48A Wastewater Air Release Valve VM-48A-M
2" - 4" 48A Wastewater Air Release Valve - SuperValve VM-48ADISV-M
2" - 4" 48AS Wastewater Air Release Valve - All Stainless Steel VM-48AS-M
2" - 4" 49A Wastewater Air Release Valve VM-49A-M
2" - 4" 49A Wastewater Air Release Valve - SuperValve VM-49ADISV-M
2" - 4" 49AS Wastewater Air Release Valve - All Stainless Steel VM-49AS-M

Dimensions

Valve Size Product Description Drawing Number CAD Version
2" - 4" 48A Wastewater Air Release Valve VMC-48A CAD-48A
2" - 4" 48AS Wastewater Air Release Valve - All Stainless Steel VMC-48AS CAD-48AS
2" - 4" 49A Wastewater Air Release Valve VMC-49A CAD-49A
2" - 4" 49A Wastewater Air Release Valve - All Stainless Steel VMC-49AS CAD-49AS
2" - 4" 48A Wastewater Air Release Valve (Severe Service Application Valve) VMC-48ABW CAD-48ABW
2" - 4" 49A Wastewater Air Release Valve (Severe Service Application Valve) VMC-49ABW CAD-49ABW

Manuals

Valve Size Product Description Drawing Number
2" - 4" Wastewater Air Release Valve WWAR-OM1

Technical Data

Product Description Drawing Number CAD Version
Theory, Application and Sizing of Air Valves White Paper  
Application Chart Chart  
Exterior Metal Primer SS-2564  
Why an Air Release Valve Opens (Compound Lever Type) SS-1513  
Venting Capacity for Air Release Valve Orifice Sizes SS-461  
American-BFV® Butterfly Valve & Air Valves for Industrial Applications Webinar  
Wastewater Air Release Valve Pipe Installation PDF CAD
Wastewater Air Release Valve Vault Installation PDF CAD