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Valves and FittingsValves are machined according to strict specifications of ARI to ensure proper sealing of valve and core surfaces.
1/4” Access Valves
Generous counterbore allows removal of core if flare becomes damaged.
All tees and crosses are tapped to receive an access core in all ¼” SAE flare ends.
All pipe connections have internal braze cups for dip tube applications.
All valves equipped with cap and one valve core (braze type loosely assembled).
ARI Standard
ARI Torque
Temperature Range
Valve Bodies
Valve Core
Specifications
7�0-�00�
3.0 - 5.0 inches/pound
-40 F˚ to �50 F˚
Brass
Stainless steel and brass for use with all refrigerants such as R-��, R-��, R-�34a, R-4�0A, and R-50�. Resistant to oils, alkalites, and diluted mineral acids.
After valve installation, replace valve core with valve core tool. Torque to ARI specifications.
Valve Core Pin Location
Use these fittings with Sil-phos alloy and copper fittings. Install through the side of the larger line to extend length approxi-mately two inches. All parts come 5 in a pack
Copper Tube Extension
.010MAX.
.035MAX.
A3�009 A3�0��A3�00�-A3�008
Part No.
�/8” OD
3/�6” OD
�/4” OD
5/�6” OD
3/8” OD
�/�” OD
Description
A3�00�
A3�003
A3�004
A3�005
A3�006
A3�008
Part No.
�/8” EXT. 3/�6”, �/4”, and 5/�6” body steps
3/�6” EXT. �/4” and 3/8” body steps
Description
A3�009
A3�0��
The new A3�800 series of saddles offer the best protection from leaks. Once brazed on, you can check for leaks before piercing the tube. The steel pin is in-serted and the cap is tightened down to pierce the tube.
Copper Saddle Braze/ Tapperbend cut flare pinch swage
Multi-stepAll parts come in a 3 pack.
Part No.
�/4”
5/�6”
3/8”
�/�”
5/8”
3/4”
7/8”
�-�/8”
Tube size
A3�804
A3�805
A3�806
A3�808
A3�8�0
A3�8��
A3�8�4
A3�8�8
Pkg.
5
5
5
3
3
�
�
�
Part No.
�/4”
5/�6”
3/8”
�/�”
5/8”
3/4”
7/8”
Tube size
A3�904
A3�905
A3�906
A3�908
A3�9�0
A3�9��
A3�9�4
Pkg.
5
5
5
3
3
�
�
JB can custom fabricate parts to meet many special situations and OEM applications. Select components from our valve offering or contact us at [email protected] or 800.�3�.08�� to inquire about your specific requirements.
made in the USA
Body sizes are contoured to match specific tube sizes. The Braze/Tapper has a hardened steel-piercing needle and is furnished with a cap.
A3�800A3�900
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Valves and Fittings 1/4” Access Valvesmade in the USA
See page 40 for forged brass tees
Extra depth slip fit braze cups
Bend, cut, flare, swag or pinch
Use Sil-phos alloy
Simple installation anywhere along line
Copper Braze Tees
A
Part No.
�/4” OD
5/�6” OD
3/8” OD
�/�” OD
5/8” OD
3/4” OD
7/8” OD
� �/8” OD
3/�6” OD
�/4” OD
5/�6” OD
Slip Fit Connecting Line Size
A3��34
A3��35
A3��36
A3��38
A3��40
A3��4�
A3��44
A3��48
A3��54
A3��55
A3��56
OAL
� -�/8”
� -�/8”
� -�/8”
� -�/8”
� -�/�”
3”
3 -�/�”
3 -�3/�6”
4”
4”
4”
OAL
Length “A” Pkg.
�”
�”
�”
�”
�”
�-�/4”
�-�/�”
�-5/8”
�-�5/�6”
�-�5/�6”
�-�5/�6”
3
3
3
3
�
�
�
�
�
�
�
Braze cup ends
Simple installation anywhere along line
Use Sil-phos alloy
See page 40 for forged brass tees
Swaged Copper Braze Tees Part No.
�/4” OD
5/�6” OD
3/8” OD
�/�” OD
5/8” OD
3/4” OD
7/8” OD
� �/8” OD
Slip Fit Connecting Line Size
A3�334
A3�335
A3�336
A3�338
A3�340
A3�34�
A3�344
A3�348
OAL
� -�/8”
� -�/8”
� -�/8”
� -�/8”
� -�/�”
3”
3 -�/�”
3 -�3/�6”
Pkg.
3
3
3
3
�
�
�
�
Install valve in any position
Use Sil-phos alloy
See page 40 for forged brass tees
Copper Access Union
Part No.
�/4” OD
3/8” OD
�/�” OD
5/8” OD
7/8” OD
Connecting Line Size
A3��99
A3��00
A3��0�
A3��0�
A3��04
A (OAL)
� -3/8”
� -3/4”
3”
3 -�/4”
3 -3/4”
B (Min)
5/�6”
5/�6”
3/8”
�/�”
3/4”
All parts come in a � pack
Copper 45° Elbow
Part No.
5/8” OD
3/4” OD
7/8” OD
�-�/8” OD
Connecting Line Size
A3��60
A3��6�
A3��64
A3��68
Multi-step
Part No.
�/8” ext.; �/8” and 3/�6” tube
Connecting Line Size
A3�0��
Parts comes in a 3 pack All parts come one per package
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Valves and Fittings1/4” Access Valvesmade in the USA
Part No.
�/4” Fe SAE w/copper gasket
�/4” Fe SAE swivel nut w/depressor
Description
*A3�6�4
*A3�734
Pkg.
5
3
*Core pre-torqued to ARI specificationsTorque flare nut to 8 to �0 ft lbs.
Flare connection
Part No.
�/4” Fe SAE union with copper gasket
�/4” Fe SAE tee with nuts
Description
*A3�4�4
*A3�444
Pkg.
3
3
*Core pre-torqued to ARI specificationsTorque flare nut to 8 to �0 ft lbs.
Flared tube connection
Brass bodiesPart No.
�/8” OD
3/�6” OD
�/4” ODS
5/�6” OD
3/8” OD
�/�” OD
Description Pkg.
3
3
3
3
3
3
A3�7��
A3�7�3
A3�7�4
A3�7�5
A3�7�6
A3�7�8
Multi-stepPart No.
3/�6” x �/4” or 3/8” steps
3/�6”, �/4”, 5/�6”, �/�” steps
�/8” x 3/�6, �/4” or 5/6” steps
Description Pkg.
5
3
3
A3�7�0
A3�7�9
A3�736
A3�6�4 flare fitting adapter
A3�734
A3�4�4
A3�444
A3�434Part No.
Access x �/4” SAE with nut
Access x 3/�6” and �/4”
Description
A3�434
A3�7�7
Pkg.
7
7
Bulkhead mounting
A3�7�7
A3�7��- A3�7�8
A3�7�0
A3�7�9
A3�736
Part No.
�/�” ACME x �/8” NPTF with �3494 cap
Description
AF-�3550
Pkg.
�
¼” ACME service valve
Part No. Description Pkg.
�/4” SAE swivel flare x �/4” M.F.
A33004 �
Access valce coupler with depressorQuickly add controls or branch line to service valve. valve core depressed when coupler is tightened.
SAE 45˚ Brass flared tube fittingsPart No.
�/4” (NS4-4)
5/�6” (NS4-5)
3/8” (NS4-6)
�/�” (NS4-8)
5/8” (NS4-�0)
3/4” (NS4-��)
Description Pkg.
�0
5
�0
5
5
�
A3�600
A3�60�
A3�60�
A3�603
A3�604
A3�605
Part No.
�/4” x �/4” (US5-44)
3/8 X 3/8” 5 (US5-66)
�/�” X �/�” (US5-88)
5/8” X 5/8” (US5-�0�0)
3/4” X 3/4” (US5-����)
Description Pkg.
4
4
4
�
�
A3�700
A3�70�
A3�70�
A3�703
A3�704
Swivel FE flare x Solder adapterAll parts are US5-����
Part No.
�/8” MPT half union
�/4” MPT half union
�/8” MPT elbow
�/4” MPT elbow
Description
A3�48�
A3�484
A3�49�
A3�494
Pkg.
5
5
3
3
MPT connections
A3�48�- A3�484
A3�49�- A3�494
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Valves and Fittings 1/4” Access Valvesmade in the USA
Swivel flare with core depressor installed on existing access valve. Add a new line or control. No refrigerant loss on charged system.
After installation, rotate valve for best hook-up position.
Add multiple ports with just one fitting. These valves of-fer a safe, simple installation without the need for brazing. All of the flare ends are tapped to receive access core. JB provides a full range of various end configurations to provide greater flexibility. One core and cap are packaged with each valve.
Swivel Flare Connection
Typical swivel flare installation
Part No.
�/4” Fe SAE swivel nut on run
�/4” Fe SAE swivel nut on branch
Description
A3�85�
A3�85�
Pkg.
3
3
Tee with depressor
Part No.
�/4” Fe SAE swivel nut on run
�/4” Fe SAE swivel nut on branch
Description
A3�854
A3�864
Pkg.
3
3
Tee without depressor
Part No.
3/8” x 3/8” Fe SAE swivel nut x access
3/8” x access x 3/8” Fe SAE swivel nut
Description
A3�853
A3�856
Pkg.
�
�
Tee without depressor
Part No.
�/4” Fe SAE swivel nut x access
Description
A3�5�0
Pkg.
�
Cross with depressor
A3�85� A3�864
A3�85� A3�854
A3�5�0
Valve without depressor installed on flare fitting. Multiple ports provide additional line or controls and access site.
All MPT connections have internal braze cup for dip tube installation.
Typical MPT Installation
MPT Connection
Part No.
�/8” MPT branch
�/4” MPT branch
�/8” MPT run
�/4” MPT run
Description
A3�45�
A3�454
A3�5��
A3�5�4
Pkg.
3
3
3
3
Tee
A3�45�A3�454
Part No.
�/8” MPT cross
Description
A3�5��
Pkg.
�
Cross
Three access portsPart No.
�/4” OD
Description
A3�544
Pkg.
3
Part No.
�/4” OD
5/�6” OD
3/8” OD
�/�” OD
Description
A3��34
A3��35
A3��36
A3��38
Pkg.
3
3
3
3
Forged Brass Braze Tees
A3�5��A3�5�4
A3�853