Watts LF26A 3-50 Water Pressure Reducing Regulator

Description:

The Watts LF26A 3-50 1/2 is a lead-free, two-way small pressure regulator designed to reduce and maintain downstream pressure in water and No. 2 fuel oil systems. Featuring 1/2-inch female NPT inlet and outlet connections, the regulator provides an adjustable pressure range of 3 to 50 PSI and is factory preset to 15 PSI. Constructed with a lead-free brass body, stainless steel stem and spring, reinforced Buna-N diaphragm, and oversized orifice design, it delivers accurate pressure control for low-flow applications. The LF26A is commonly used on beverage dispensing equipment, paint spraying systems, ice machines, humidifiers, drinking fountains, and other small process systems requiring stable pressure regulation.

Applications:

The Watts LF26A 3-50 1/2 Pressure Regulator is commonly used in beverage dispensing systems, paint spray equipment, ice cube machines, humidifiers, drinking fountains, laboratory equipment, process water systems, fuel oil piping systems, commercial appliances, and industrial fluid control installations where precise low-pressure regulation, equipment protection, and consistent downstream pressure are required for reliable operation.

Technical Specifications:

• Manufacturer: Watts Water Technologies
• Model: LF26A 3-50 1/2
• Product Type: Small Pressure Regulator
• Series: LF26A
• Connection Size: 1/2 Inch
• Connection Type: Female NPT
• Valve Style: 2-Way Regulator
• Adjustable Pressure Range: 3–50 PSI
• Factory Pressure Setting: 15 PSI
• Maximum Working Pressure: 300 PSI
• Temperature Range: 0°F to 140°F (-18°C to 60°C)
• Body Material: Lead-Free Brass
• Stem Material: Stainless Steel
• Spring Material: Stainless Steel
• Diaphragm Material: Reinforced Buna-N
• Disc Material: Buna-N Stainless Steel
• Adjustment Type: Tee Handle
• Gauge Port: Two-Way Low Pressure Gauge Port
• Media: Water and No. 2 Fuel Oil
• Equipment Category: Pressure Reducing Regulator

Common Replacements:

• Watts LF263A Pressure Regulator
• Cash Acme EB-25 Pressure Regulator
• Bell & Gossett FB-38 Pressure Regulator