Watts 26A-1/4 Two-Way Small Pressure Regulator

Description:

The Watts 1/4" 26A Small Pressure Regulator is a two-way pressure regulator used in water and No. 2 fuel oil piping systems to maintain stable downstream pressure in low-flow applications. Commonly installed in beverage dispensing equipment, paint spraying systems, ice machines, humidifiers, drinking fountains, laboratory equipment, and specialty process machinery requiring precise pressure control. Maintenance technicians, OEMs, equipment manufacturers, and system integrators use this regulator for replacement, repair, retrofit, and new equipment installations where reliable low-pressure regulation is essential.

Applications:

The Watts 26A pressure regulator is widely used in beverage dispensing systems, food service equipment, paint spray booths, humidification systems, ice cube machines, drinking fountains, laboratory process equipment, water treatment skids, instrumentation panels, commercial appliances, manufacturing machinery, and industrial fluid handling systems. Its compact design and adjustable pressure control capabilities make it suitable for applications requiring protection of downstream components, consistent operating pressure, reduced pressure fluctuations, and improved equipment performance. The regulator is commonly found in OEM equipment, commercial facilities, industrial plants, maintenance operations, and specialty processing systems where dependable pressure regulation is required for efficient operation.

Technical Specifications:

• Brand: Watts
• Product Type: Small Pressure Regulator
• Series: 26A
• Connection Size: 1/4 in. NPT Female
• Regulator Type: Two-Way Pressure Regulator
• Body Material: Brass
• Connection Type: Female Threaded NPT
• Gauge Port: 1/4 in. Two-Way Low-Pressure Gauge Port
• Spring Cage Material: Aluminum
• Disc Material: Buna-N Stainless Steel
• Diaphragm Material: Reinforced Buna-N
• Adjustment Type: Tee Handle
• Service Media: Water and No. 2 Fuel Oil
• Maximum Working Pressure: 300 PSI
• Operating Temperature Range: 0°F to 140°F (-18°C to 60°C)
• Feature: Oversized Orifice Design
• Application: Low-Flow Pressure Regulation Systems
• Status: Discontinued, Replaced by LF26A Series

Common Replacements:

• Watts LF26A 1/4" Small Pressure Regulator
• Watts LF263A Small Pressure Regulator
• Watts RK26A Repair Kit Compatible Regulator Assembly