Data Sheet 10.

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Issue B
2 & 4 Way Breeching Inlet Valves
Fig. DC707 / DC708

General Description
Rapidrop Fig. DC 707/DC 708 breeching inlet valves are suitable for
vertical and horizontal installation on dry risers.
Valves are manufactured to comply with BS 5041-3, comprise
of flanged outlet connection and 2 or 4 instantaneous inlet
connections.
Inlet connections are made of LG2 Gunmetal and are fitted with
non-return valves. Breeching inlet valves are maintenance free and
all components are corrosion resistant or coated with a thermally
applied fusion-bonded epoxy. Valves are equipped with a 25mm
drain with blanking cap and a chain.

Working Pressure
Max. working pressure 10 bar (145 psi)
Max. test pressure 20 bar (290 psi)

Connections
Inlet
DN65 (2 1/2”) male instantaneous hose connections as per BS 336
- DC 707 2-way inlet
- DC 708 4-way inlet
Outlet
PN16 or ANSI Class 125/150 flanged connection.
- DC 707 DN100 (4”)
- DC 708 DN150 (6”)
Material Specification
Description Materials

Standards Body Ductile Iron BS2789

BS 5041-3 Inlet LG2 Gunmetal BS1400
BS 336
Stem Brass CZ121

Approvals Disk Brass CZ122

BSI Kitemark Plug Plastic

Drain Valve Copper Alloy

Important Installation Information

• Rapidrop products must only be installed by a competent person in accordance with requirements of the local authority having jurisdiction.
Deviations from these standards will invalidate warranty.
• It is the responsibility of the installing contractor to include a copy of this document in the sprinkler system installation, operating and
maintenance manual.
• Alterations to Rapidrop products will void any warranty.
• Rapidrop products should be inspected and maintained during routine sprinkler system inspections by a competent person in accordance
with national codes/requirements.
• Failure to follow these instructions could cause improper operation, resulting in personal injury and/or property damage.
• For further details and technical support please contact your Rapidrop sales representative.

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