{"product_id":"flomatic-543000068-54-3p-flo-e-centric-3in-mj-plug-valve","title":"Flomatic 543000068 54-3 FLO-E-CENTRIC® 3\" MJ Plug Valve","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Flomatic 543000068 54-3 FLO-E-CENTRIC® MJ plug valve is a quarter-turn eccentric plug valve supplied \u003cstrong\u003ewith a buried service gear and perpendicular operating nut from the valve body\u003c\/strong\u003e. This configuration is designed for buried service installations where side access is required, while maintaining dependable shutoff in wastewater and solids-handling applications.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecifications:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eModel: 54-3\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePart No.: 543000068\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eValve design: Series 5400 eccentric plug valve\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBody: Ductile iron, epoxy coated\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePlug: Buna-N (NBR)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePacking: V-Type packing\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThrust bearing: Self-lubricating Type 316 stainless-steel thrust bearing\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eEnds: Mechanical joint (AWWA C111 compliant)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eOperation: Buried service gear with perpendicular nut from body\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eMax Pressure: 200 PSI\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eMax Temperature: 180°F (80°C)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWeight: 60 lbs\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOperation:\u003c\/strong\u003e The eccentric plug design allows the plug to lift away from the seat early in the stroke, minimizing seat wear and operating torque. The buried service gear with perpendicular operating nut provides controlled quarter-turn operation from grade where vertical access is limited.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInstallation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Intended for underground installations requiring side-mounted operating access. Mechanical joint ends comply with AWWA C111 standards. Proper bedding, backfill, and alignment are required to ensure long service life.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eConstruction:\u003c\/strong\u003e Built on an epoxy-coated ductile-iron body with a resilient Buna-N plug, V-Type packing, and a self-lubricating Type 316 stainless-steel thrust bearing for reliable sealing and smooth operation in buried service.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eApplications:\u003c\/strong\u003e Wastewater treatment plants, sewage mains, buried transmission lines, and other municipal or industrial services where perpendicular operating access is required.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFlomatic Quality:\u003c\/strong\u003e Flomatic designs and manufactures valves engineered for reliability and long service life using proven designs and materials for water and wastewater systems.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Flomatic","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46710682026147,"sku":"543000068","price":843.75,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0678\/2058\/5123\/files\/Flomatic_54-3_Perpendicular.png?v=1767456723","url":"https:\/\/dadepump.com\/products\/flomatic-543000068-54-3p-flo-e-centric-3in-mj-plug-valve","provider":"Dade Pump \u0026 Supply","version":"1.0","type":"link"}