Protect your home’s hot water system with the SharkBite NCLX-5LX 3/4 in Brass Temperature and Pressure Relief Valve. This essential safety device automatically vents water when either temperature or pressure exceeds safe limits, helping prevent overpressure, scalding, and damage to your water heater and surrounding plumbing.
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Size: 3/4 in inlet connection
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Max pressure: 150 psi
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Max temperature: 210°F
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Material: Brass body, lead-free construction
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Configuration: Non-adjustable factory-set relief valve
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Packaging: Bagged
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Applications: Ideal for all domestic water heater applications
The SharkBite NCLX-5LX stands out with a durable brass body and lead-free construction, delivering reliable performance in typical residential settings. The non-adjustable design means the relief threshold is set at the factory for consistent, worry-free operation—so you can trust it to activate when needed without user-tuning.
Ideal use cases:
- Replacing an aging or leaking T&P valve on standard residential water heaters.
- Upgrading to a code-compliant relief valve that’s straightforward to source and install.
- Ensuring compatibility with common 3/4 in water heater plumbing in homes and apartments.
Installation and maintenance tips:
- Follow local codes and manufacturer guidelines during installation; ensure venting leads to a safe drainage path.
- Test the valve periodically to verify it opens and reseats correctly after activation.
- Replace immediately if you observe leaks, corrosion, or failure to vent during a test.
