
Class 150, Class 300, Class 600, Class 900, Class 1500, Class 2500 (ASME B16.34)

High Performance • Durable
African Valve AWWA Pressure Reducing Valve maintains downstream pressure within set limits, ensuring stable flow.
Pressure management is essential in municipal water distribution networks to prevent excessive downstream pressure, protect pipelines and maintain consistent service conditions. An AWWA Pressure Reducing Valve lowers inlet pressure to a controlled downstream level, helping safeguard water mains, distribution systems and connected equipment from pressure fluctuations. Designed for waterworks applications, these valves typically use a pilot-operated mechanism to regulate pressure automatically as demand and upstream conditions change. African Valve supplies Pressure Reducing Valves for water infrastructure projects across Nigeria and other African markets, supporting municipal water supply, treatment facilities and distribution networks with configurations selected according to system pressure, flow demand and installation requirements.
Technical Specifications
Parameter | Specification |
Valve Type | AWWA Pressure Reducing Valve |
Design | Pilot Operated / Globe Type / Angle Type |
Size Range | DN40 – DN600 |
Pressure Rating | ASME Class 125, 150, 250, 300 |
Body Material | Ductile Iron ASTM A536, Cast Iron ASTM A126 Class B, Carbon Steel ASTM A216 WCB |
End Connection | Flanged / Threaded / Grooved, depending on size |
Operation | Automatic / Pilot Operated |
Control Function | Downstream Pressure Reduction |
Pressure Adjustment | Adjustable Pilot Setpoint |
Design Standard | AWWA C530-22 |
Flange Standards | ASME B16.1 / ASME B16.42 / ASME B16.5, depending on material |
Testing Standard | AWWA C530 |