Brass vacuum relief valve 0-30" Hg Vacuum Range 1/4" Male NPT
Description
Description
Brass Vacuum Relief Valve – Adjustable 0–30" Hg, 1/4" Male NPT
Compact, adjustable vacuum relief valve for protecting pumps, tools, and parts by limiting maximum vacuum. Turn the knurled adjustment screw to set the opening point anywhere from 0 to 30 inches of mercury (inHg), then lock the setting with the jam nut for repeatable results. Durable brass body with 1/4" male NPT inlet threads integrates easily into catch pots, manifolds, and vacuum panels.
Key Features
- Adjustable relief range: 0–30" Hg (vacuum)
- Connection: 1/4" male NPT (tapered pipe thread)
- Body material: brass
- Proportional action opens as vacuum rises to the set point
- Positive lock with jam nut for stable, repeatable settings
Typical Uses
- Protect vacuum pumps and gauges from over-vacuum
- Prevent excessive vacuum on molds, delicate parts, or test fixtures
- Stabilize process vacuum level in bagging/infusion systems
Installation & Notes
- Install on a suitable port of your manifold, catch pot, or panel using 1/4" FNPT.
- Use a compatible thread sealant/tape on NPT threads.
- With the system running, adjust the knurled screw to the desired limit and lock the jam nut.