Water Heater Temperature Relief Valve

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Water heater temperature relief valve.

The temperature and pressure relief valve tpr valve opens to release pressure buildup in the water heater when the temperature or the pressure get dangerously high preventing a possible explosion. A buildup of mineral salt rust and corrosion can cause a tpr valve to freeze up and become nonoperational. Standard shank water heater temperature and pressure relief valve model sp12574 13 78 13 78. In fact we ve been a trusted source of plumbing solutions for more than 100 years.

Rheem protech 5 1 4 in. But if the termination of the piping is not readily visible such as if it is located under the house the water will continue to drain until the homeowner gets an amazing electric or gas bill and goes searching for the reason. If the water heater thermostat fails to turn off at its temperature setting and continues to heat the water indefinitely the tpr valve will open and let the overheated water out. T p valves used on residential water heaters are typically designed and manufactured to relieve pressure at 150 psi and temperature at 210 degrees f.

Asme ansi and csa aga approved relief valves protect the water heater from excess pressures and temperatures by discharging water. The last line of defense for pressurized equipment temperature and pressure t p relief valves protect equipment from excess pressure and ultimately catastrophic failure. Rheem protech 3 1 4 in. Long shank water heater temperature and pressure relief valve model sp12575b 16 19 16 19.

This richmond temperature and pressure relief valve is for select water heaters produced after january 2004. Cash acme is an industry leader in producing temperature pressure t p relief valves for water heaters or hot water storage tanks. Water heaters come equipped with a temperature and pressure relief valve also known as a tprv. Each pressure relief valve is tested for top plumbing performance quality and efficiency before it leaves our factory.

Free delivery with 45 order. The temperature and pressure relief t p valve is a safety device that allows water to escape from the tank in the unlikely event the temperature or pressure inside the tank become excessive.