Comply with Potable Water Regulations with ASCO Lead-Free Valves

Product Spotlight: ASCO Lead-Free Solenoid Valves

Regulations to prevent lead in devices used for potable water are becoming a normality to enhance safety. This regulation update poses a new design challenge for OEMs. To comply with these regulations, ASCO has lead-free valve options including stainless steel, lead-free brass and composite. These valves are equipped with a range of certifications for the potable water industry including UL, NSF and CSA.

To assist OEMs with selecting the right lead-free valve for their application, ASCO has a library of resources including this white paper, “Understanding the new lead-free water system regulations – and choosing valves to comply.” Download it today. For a brief overview of the lead-free options that comply with federal regulations, see below.

Lead-Free Brass Solenoid Valves

• Meets low-lead requirements of the United States Federal Safe Drinking Water Act (SDWA)
• Eliminating the need to perform complex wetted surface area lead content calculations specified by the Safe Drinking Water Act (SDWA)
• Simple and straightforward installation
• Standard constructions UL and CSA approved
• Variety of pipe sizes (1/8-1 inch) and configurations

Composite Solenoid Valves

• Tested and certified by NSF International
• 100% lead-free valve constructions
• ASCO’s versatile FasN™ connection system offers piping connections available in:
  • Turn & Lock
  • NPT Thread
  • Solvent Bond
• Ideal for water purification, conditioning and distribution with reverse osmosis systems
• Variety of pipe sizes and configurations
• Various maximum pressures up to 150lbs.

Stainless Steel Solenoid Valves

• Lead-free construction
• Rugged housing
• The industry’s broadest choice of characteristics in categories including:
  • Pipe size
  • Pressure or temperature ratings
  • Flow coefficient (Cv)
• Some NSF International tested and certified options
• Available in higher temperature and pressure ratings

For more information regarding the ASCO lead-free solenoid valve options, download the catalog.

Lakeland Carries Over 2,000 ASCO Today Products and 50,000 ASCO 5Day Products

Lakeland has partnered with ASCO for more than 60-years to offer customers the solenoid valves their applications demand. Our team is well-versed and has a close-knit relationship with ASCO to provide crossover and application assistance. From lead-free, explosion-proof, water-tight and stainless-steel, Lakeland can deliver the valves you need to achieve optimal operational efficiency. Request a quote or application assistance today by emailing sales@lakelandengineering.com.