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Watts Hose Connection Vacuum Breaker: Female GHT x Male GHT, For Water Media - Lead-Free Hose Bibb Vacuum Breakers
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Watts Hose Connection Vacuum Breaker: Female GHT x Male GHT, For Water Media

The WATTS LF8FR is a lead-free hose bibb vacuum breaker with Female GHT x Male GHT connections, designed for water media. It features a brass body, silicone seal, manual drain, and freeze protection, with a…

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Hose Connection Vacuum Breaker: Female GHT x Male GHT, For Water Media
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Lead-Free Hose Bibb Vacuum Breakers
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Technical Specifications

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Manufacturer Part Number
LF8FR
Type
For Water Media, 33°F – 180°F, Brass
For Media
Water
Standards
IAPMO
Drain Type
Manual
Body Material
Brass
Seal Material
Silicone
Connection Type
Female GHT x Male GHT
Protection Type
Back-Siphonage
Freeze Protection
Yes
Security Mechanism
Break-Away Set Screw
Vacuum Breaker Style
Hose Bib Vacuum Breaker
Hazard Protection Level
High Health Hazard
Connection Type - Side 1
GHT
Connection Type - Side 2
GHT
Includes Atmospheric Vent
No Atmospheric Vent
Includes Drain Capability
Manual Drain
Connection Gender - Side 1
Female
Connection Gender - Side 2
Male
Includes Freeze Protection
Freeze Protection Included
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Product Description

The WATTS LF8FR is a lead-free hose bibb vacuum breaker with Female GHT x Male GHT connections, designed for water media. It features a brass body, silicone seal, manual drain, and freeze protection, with a break-away set screw for security. This high health hazard back-siphonage protector is IAPMO listed and operates without an atmospheric vent.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the WATTS LF8FR hose connection vacuum breaker used for?

The WATTS LF8FR is a lead-free hose bibb vacuum breaker used to prevent back-siphonage of high health hazard water in outdoor hose connections. It is ideal for commercial and residential irrigation, faucet, and garden hose applications where water supply cross-connection protection is required.

What are the specifications of the WATTS LF8FR vacuum breaker?

The WATTS LF8FR has Female GHT x Male GHT connections, a brass body, silicone seal, and manual drain. It operates with water media from 33°F to 180°F, includes freeze protection and a break-away set screw for security. It is IAPMO listed and provides high health hazard back-siphonage protection without an atmospheric vent.

Where to buy the WATTS LF8FR vacuum breaker worldwide?

You can source the WATTS LF8FR vacuum breaker through 3G Electric, a global industrial equipment distributor. We handle full logistics, customs clearance, and delivery to worldwide destinations. Contact us for availability and lead time; we supply genuine WATTS components for international procurement needs.

How to install the WATTS LF8FR hose bibb vacuum breaker?

Install the WATTS LF8FR by threading the male GHT end onto a female hose bibb and tightening by hand. Ensure the break-away set screw is secured to prevent theft. The manual drain allows seasonal water removal. For freeze protection, disconnect the hose and drain the breaker before temperatures drop below 33°F.

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