{"product_id":"flomatic-245-3-flanged-flo-flex-foot-valve-2382f","title":"Flomatic 2382F 245 3\" Flanged Flo-Flex Foot Valve","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Flomatic 2382F 3\" 245 - 45° Flo-Flex® foot valve is a heavy-duty flapper-style foot valve designed for vertical installation in suction lines where dependable pump priming and backflow protection are required. This model features an epoxy-coated ductile iron body and cover, a Buna-N coated flapper disc, stainless steel fasteners, and an all 316 stainless steel strainer. It is rated for a maximum working pressure of 250 psi and a maximum temperature of 140°F (60°C).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecifications:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMax Pressure: 250 psi\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMax Temperature: 140°F (60°C)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBody: Epoxy-coated ductile iron\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCover: Epoxy-coated ductile iron\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDisc: Buna-N coated flapper\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStrainer: All 316 stainless steel\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFasteners: Stainless steel\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eConnection: 3\" 150# ANSI B16.1 flanged\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWeight: 48 lbs\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOperation:\u003c\/strong\u003e The 245 Flo-Flex flapper-style foot valve is installed at the end of a vertical suction pipe to help maintain pump prime and reduce reverse flow when the pump stops. The elastomer-coated flapper disc opens under forward flow with minimal head loss and closes quickly as flow reverses, helping to protect the pump and suction piping from backflow and potential hydraulic shock.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eConstruction:\u003c\/strong\u003e An epoxy-coated ductile iron body and cover provide strength and durability for demanding water and wastewater service. The Buna-N coated flapper disc offers a resilient seating surface, while stainless-steel fasteners and an all 316 stainless steel strainer deliver excellent resistance to corrosion. The drilled and tapped cover and bottom port with NPT plugs support venting, draining, or optional accessory connections as required by the installation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eApplications:\u003c\/strong\u003e Municipal, industrial, and commercial pumping systems using vertical suction lines, including water and wastewater lift stations, raw water intakes, and general utility pumping where a robust flanged foot valve is needed to help maintain prime and protect against backflow.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Flomatic","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46630766379171,"sku":"2382F","price":1530.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0678\/2058\/5123\/files\/Flomatic_245.png?v=1765397739","url":"https:\/\/dadepump.com\/products\/flomatic-245-3-flanged-flo-flex-foot-valve-2382f","provider":"Dade Pump \u0026 Supply","version":"1.0","type":"link"}