Brass ball valve is a mechanical device which is used to control the flow or to shut off water, oil, gas, sewage, or any other material flowing through the pipes. Brass ball valves are installed in the pipes. Valves made of brass or steel and are highly efficient in fulfilling. The device is operable manually it has a steel handle with the help of which one can shut or open the brass ball valve when the need arises.
Brass ball valves are made of forged brass and consist of rings and a ball with a handle which can be moved mechanically to control the flow in the pipe. Both ends of the brass ball valve are of the same size and are compatible with PEX pipes and can be attached in crimp style or clamp style. Pipes can be soldered or threaded too.
There are different types of brass ball valves according to the types of their attachment to the pipes.
Brass ball valves can be threaded or soldered. They come in full port design with a packing nut and a Teflon seat to with stand wear and tear for longer period. The real test of a product depends on the longevity, quality and performance. Brass ball valve is soild and has good performance of preventing moisture to pass through.