Apollo 38-103-01 vacuum breaker is an attachment typically positioned on a toilet or urinal flush valve that stops water from being siphoned backward into the public drinking water system. It stops contamination when the public drinking water system's pressure drops.
Features:
- Apollo 38-103-01 is an atmospheric-type vacuum breaker designed to prevent back-siphonage of contaminated water into a potable water system.
- This Apollo pressure vacuum breaker features a heat-resistant silicone seat disc to provide a tight shut-off facility with a low-flow liquid medium.
- It can be used for both hot and cold water applications and has a maximum operating pressure of 125 psig.
Frequently Asked Questions:
Q. What is the difference between a backflow preventer and a vacuum breaker?
A. A vacuum breaker is a backflow preventer that connects to a faucet and prevents water from flowing backwards into the plumbing.
Q. When do we use a vacuum pressure breaker?
A. A pressure vacuum breaker (PVB) is a backflow prevention equipment designed to save non-potable (or contaminated) water from entering the water supply and is used to secure water supplies from pollution or contamination.
Q. What is the other name for a backflow preventer?
A. A backflow preventer is also known as a double check valve. A double-check valve assembly (DCVA) is another popular option for backflow protection in both indoor and outdoor plumbing systems. It is the most popular backflow preventer for in-line or underground use.
