“This is a heavy-duty stainless steel ball valve with standard threaded connections, designed to handle high pressure and provide reliable shutoff in irrigation and manure systems.”
Stainless Steel Ball Valve 2PC 1000 WOG NPTFP
Price range: $47.72 through $563.17
Description
The Merit Brass 161-KV210FP-08 2-piece stainless steel ball valve is designed for reliable flow control in agricultural irrigation and manure handling systems. Constructed from T316 stainless steel, this valve provides enhanced corrosion resistance, especially in more aggressive environments compared to 304 stainless.
Rated at 1000 WOG (Water, Oil, Gas), this valve delivers dependable shutoff performance under pressure.
Pros
• Excellent corrosion resistance (T316)
• Reliable shutoff control
• High pressure rating (1000 WOG)
• Long service life
Cons
• Higher upfront cost
• Requires periodic inspection in heavy-use systems
• Heavier than brass valves
Standard Agricultural Uses
• Irrigation shutoff control
• Fertigation systems
• Chemical injection systems
• Manure transfer systems
The valve body is made of two separate pieces that are threaded or bolted together.
What that means in the field:
- Easier to manufacture → more cost-effective than 3-piece
- Strong, compact design
- Not as serviceable as a 3-piece valve (you typically replace vs rebuild)
The valve is rated for 1000 PSI for:
- W = Water
- O = Oil
- G = Gas
NPTFP (Thread Type)
Definition:
- NPT = National Pipe Thread (tapered thread)
- FP = Female Pipe (internal threads)
Brass vs Stainless Steel Comparison
T316 stainless steel valves significantly outperform brass in corrosion resistance, especially in fertilizer and manure applications. While brass valves are cost-effective initially, stainless valves provide longer service life and better reliability under demanding conditions…
