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is there a difference betweem these 2 Back Flow Preventer? - space-time - 06-29-2018
besides the $2 price difference, they appear identical to me
http://www.acehardware.com/product/index.jsp?productId=1275292
http://www.acehardware.com/product/index.jsp?productId=70985736
Re: is there a difference betweem these 2 Back Flow Preventer? - btfc - 06-29-2018
The pricier one is lead free.
Re: is there a difference betweem these 2 Back Flow Preventer? - PizzaGod - 06-29-2018
Those are vacuum breakers. If you have a steady flow of water, and want a true back flow preventer, this is the way to go.
This is the one that isn't lead free. The lead free is usually about $10 more.
Re: is there a difference betweem these 2 Back Flow Preventer? - macphanatic - 06-29-2018
Might be helpful to know the intended use.
Re: is there a difference betweem these 2 Back Flow Preventer? - space-time - 06-29-2018
macphanatic wrote:
Might be helpful to know the intended use.
I heard (but not verified) that local code requires these to be used on the outside spigot when attaching a garden hose. I have one, I need a second one.
Re: is there a difference betweem these 2 Back Flow Preventer? - Ombligo - 06-29-2018
I'm surprised they even make one with lead. Your never wrong going on the assumption that people are stupid and every water spigot will potentially be used for potable water.
I can see a lawsuit in assuming otherwise.
Re: is there a difference betweem these 2 Back Flow Preventer? - JoeH - 06-29-2018
A small amount of lead in a brass alloy improves its machinability. The percentage is less than 2%, and after a short period of use little leaches out of the brass. Old lead solder where it is exposed in a joint is a much greater contributor to lead leaching into water.