Continuing pressure reducing debate.

[GB1309]

Shaun kindly recommended:

"Altecnic - 3/4" MBSP x 3/4" MBSP - Prescal Series 535 Dial Up Pressure Reducing Valve With Presure Gauge - 535051

Altecnic - 3/4" FBSP x 3/4" FBSP - Y Pattern Strainer - AI-500022

and a good pressure reducing valve shouldn't change/lower the flow"
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And it looks a good bet but as I have 15mm domestic copper pipe I have sorted Prescal 533841 as an easy fit for about £35 delivered. They are fitted with a strainer so no need for second item listed above?
The 3/4 valve may have a better flow rate but I am pushed for space and the threaded ends will be hard to accommodate.
Is it likely the 533841 will sort me out without significant flow rate drop when regulating from 6 down to 3 or 4 bar?
Many thanks for any help.
Graham.​

 

[ShaunCorbs]

just ask 🙂

Altecnic 1/2" MBSP x 1/2" MBSP - Prescal Series 535 Dial Up Pressure Reducing Valve With Presure Gauge - 535041

and instead of the threaded ends use a blank tap connector, and always worth fitting a strainer

but the 533841 will be ok

 

[GB1309]

and instead of the threaded ends use a blank tap connector, and always worth fitting a strainer

but the 533841 will be ok[/QUOTE]

Excellent Shaun thanks. I'll do just that. I presume I can fit the 500022 strainer in the line using the input threaded connector on the 535041? I have the standard domestic blue plastic rising main to stop tap (which I also intend to replace).
As for the Telford input group, I think they have supplied a better quality reducer than those I have used downstairs so I hope its OK. I think there is a pressure relief valve on top anyway which would go if the input pressure rose above 3 bar.....I hope. It was only serviced a month ago and all was well.
Thanks again,

Graham.

 

[ShaunCorbs]

and instead of the threaded ends use a blank tap connector, and always worth fitting a strainer

but the 533841 will be ok

Excellent Shaun thanks. I'll do just that. I presume I can fit the 500022 strainer in the line using the input threaded connector on the 535041? I have the standard domestic blue plastic rising main to stop tap (which I also intend to replace).
As for the Telford input group, I think they have supplied a better quality reducer than those I have used downstairs so I hope its OK. I think there is a pressure relief valve on top anyway which would go if the input pressure rose above 3 bar.....I hope. It was only serviced a month ago and all was well.
Thanks again,

Graham.

yes thats why i linked them and

you can use either a blank tap connector or a 1/2 female iron to 15mm

and your replacing your stop tap?

and yes if pressure rises too much it will start/open

 

[GB1309]

Well this has proved to be a well useful forum to join.:yes:
I'll get the bits and work out a new layout to accommodate it all behind the sink unit.
Thanks again Shaun.
Graham.

 

[ShaunCorbs]

Well this has proved to be a well useful forum to join.:yes:
I'll get the bits and work out a new layout to accommodate it all behind the sink unit.
Thanks again Shaun.
Graham.

any problems please come back or when your done and everything working just let us know 🙂

 

[GB1309]

any problems please come back or when your done and everything working just let us know 🙂

I will do that Shaun. Might even do before and after photographs so you can all admire my lack of expertise.
Cheers,
Graham.

 

[GB1309]

Fitted the Altecnic Prescal 535 regulator/pressure reducer today with a strainer. It works very well and the "on stream" throughput only sees the pressure on the downstream side drop by approx 1/2 bar which is far better than the cheaper Mickey Mouse unit I had in before. I've set it to 3.5Bar. I have taken before and after photos but am reticent about posting them in front of professionals although I am rather proud of the 180 degree loop I did with the bending spring around our pressure cooker.. Anyway, lesson learned: it's a good idea to seek advice and then spend money on proper kit.
Thanks for the advice. Graham.

 

[ShaunCorbs]

post them away im sure we have all seen worse and aslonge as it works thats all what matters

and thnx for telling us everything is ok / updated

 

[GB1309]

Here they are. The L/H blue key valve feeds the O/S tap as I wanted full bore out there.
The extravagant loop is to try and minimise elbows and thus noise.
Anyway, I'm pleased with the outcome.
Graham.

 

[ShaunCorbs]

thats a very good bend you should be proud of that

 

[GB1309]

Before and after pictures in a more useful size! IT skills clearly match plumbing skills.


Cheers,

GB.

 

[GB1309]

Thanks Shaun. After spending most of the day in the sink unit cupboard I was nearly round the bend myself.
Plumbing is a young mans game I've decided.
Graham.

 

[ShaunCorbs]

😀 or a short mans game ;D

 

[PhoenixServices]

There is no man alive who can find a comfortable way to work under a kitchen sink.
I charge more now when doing kitchen sinks as I get so fed up of destroying my neck and back.

 

[GB1309]

Actually, for the first time i used a bean bag. It was a surprising success as it formed up over the front from the floor and helped me to lean in pretty well supported. It'll morph to suit your position.
I wonder what sort of response I'd have received if I'd started a string on "bean bags as a plumbers aid".

Did I really write this?:blush2: