1/2 in. Brass Ball Valve, Male x Female, Locking Handle | 948172L
1/2 in. Brass Ball Valve, Male x Female, Locking Handle | 948172L
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Key specifications
- Manufacturer
- Midland Industries
- Manufacturer part number
- 948172L
- Size
- 1/2 in
- Connections
- MNPT x FNPT
- Body
- Brass
- Construction
- Full port
- Pressure rating
- 600 psi WOG
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| Size | Configuration | Availability | Price | Quantity |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1/4 in. | MNPT x FNPT | Available to order — ship date not confirmed | $11.99 | |
| 3/8 in. | MNPT x FNPT | Available to ship | $12.99 | |
| 1/2 in. This page | MNPT x FNPT | Available to order — ship date not confirmed | $12.99 | |
| 3/4 in. | MNPT x FNPT | Available to order — ship date not confirmed | $18.99 | |
| 1 in. | MNPT x FNPT | Available to ship | $31.99 | |
| 1-1/4 in. | MNPT x FNPT | Available to ship | $57.99 | |
| 1-1/2 in. | MNPT x FNPT | Available to ship | $70.99 | |
| 2 in. | MNPT x FNPT | Available to ship | $95.99 |
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Product overview
The 1/2 in. brass ball valve (part 948172L) has a quarter-turn locking handle, a male NPT thread on one end and a female NPT thread on the other, a forged brass body, a full port, a chromium-plated brass ball, a brass stem, PTFE seats and PTFE stem packing. Rated 600 psi WOG. Not lead-free.
Technical Specifications
| Manufacturer Part Number (MPN) | 948172L |
| Nominal Size | 1/2 in. |
| Valve Type | Full port ball valve, forged brass, male × female, locking handle |
| End Connections | Male NPT × Female NPT (MPT × FPT) |
| Pressure Rating | 600 psi WOG |
| Steam Rating | 150 psi WSP saturated steam, per the Midland catalog |
| Temperature Range | −20°F to 300°F |
| Body Material | Forged brass |
| Port | Full port |
| Operation | Quarter-turn locking handle |
Dimensions and construction
Dimensions for this size (1/2 in)
| Letter | Dimension | Inches |
|---|---|---|
| D | Bore diameter | 0.583 |
| A | End-to-end length | 2.343 |
| B | Inlet centerline to top of handle | 1.941 |
| C | Stem centerline to handle end | 3.543 |
Dimensional drawing: values shown are for the selected size. Manufacturer dimensions may change without notice; confirm critical dimensions before ordering.
Materials of Construction
| Body | Forged brass |
| Ball | Chromium-plated brass |
| Stem | Brass |
| Seats & Stem Packing | PTFE |
| Stem O-Ring | Material: spec sheet available on request |
| Handle | Steel with vinyl insulator |
Performance & Testing
- Blow-out-proof stem design, per the Midland catalog
- Threaded ends to ANSI B1.20.1, per the Midland catalog
Service suitability
Media suitability depends on the specific fluid, concentration, temperature, pressure and seat/seal materials — tell us your service conditions and we will confirm suitability with the manufacturer. Allowable pressure decreases as temperature rises; confirm the pressure rating at your operating temperature with us before ordering.
Not lead-free: do not use this valve for potable (drinking) water service.
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