Kohler® K-8304-PS-NA Pressure Balance Valve Body and Cartridge Kit, 1/2-14 x 1/2 in, PEX x NPT, 150 psi, 5 gpm

Description

Kohler® Pressure Balance Valve Body and Cartridge Kit, 1/2-14 x 1/2 in Connection, PEX x NPT Connection, Number of Ports/Ways: 4-Port, 150 psi, 5 gpm Flow Rate, Brass Body, 5-7/8 in L x 5-7/8 in W x 3-1/2 in D, Additional Information: Wall-Mounting

The new Kohler® Rite-Temp® valve system sets new standards for ease of installation, application versatility and long-term reliability, simplifying your plumbing project and providing maximum flexibility for future changes or upgrades. The Rite-Temp® valve platform uses the latest pressure-balancing technology to provide anti-scald protection and temperature control for enhanced showering comfort. Once the valve is installed, select your finished trim and finish from Kohler® comprehensive design portfolio. Should you decide to remodel in the future, simply change out your trim for the latest design without the need to change the valve installation.

Features

• 1/2 in PEX crimp (F1807-style) inlets, with stops
• 1/2 in universal NPT and direct sweat outlets
• Service stops include integral check valves
• 5 gpm (18.9 Lpm) maximum flow rate at 45 psi
• Single lever design cycles from off through cold to hot
• Provides temperature regulation and automatic anti-scald protection
• One-piece cartridge design simplifies installation and maintenance
• Adjustable high temperature limit stop to control maximum water temperature
• Requires valve trim to complete installation
• Forged de-zincification-resistant brass body provides long term reliability and resistance to aggressive water conditions
• Pressure balancing diaphragm technology maintains outlet temperature within +/- 3 deg F during water pressure fluctuations
• Designed for use in standard, back-to-back and thin wall installations
• Valve body features integral mounting locations and symmetrical valve inlets to simplify installation
• Cartridge is reversible for installations where hot and cold supplies are reversed
• Rough-in guide designed for both standard and thin wall installations
• Installed valve rough-in can be flushed and pressure tested to 150 psi max (air or water) without cartridge using included K-10351 test cap

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