{"product_id":"a-y-mcdonald-5420-472-ball-valve-2-inches-fpt-lead-free","title":"A.y. Mcdonald 5420-472 Ball Valve 2 Inches Fpt Lead Free","description":"\u003ch3\u003eProduct Description\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe A.Y. McDonald 5420-472 is a 2-inch full port ball valve designed for water distribution, plumbing supply lines, and related fluid control applications. Built to lead-free standards, it is suitable for potable water systems where compliance with lead-free material requirements is mandatory. The full port design provides an unobstructed flow path that matches the inside diameter of the connecting pipe, minimizing pressure drop across the valve. Female pipe thread connections on both ends allow for straightforward installation using standard threaded fittings. Licensed plumbers and pipefitters are the primary installers for this type of valve.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis valve is well suited for residential and light commercial plumbing installations where a reliable shutoff or isolation point is needed on a 2-inch threaded water line. Typical applications include main line shutoffs, branch line isolation, and service connections in domestic water systems. The lead-free construction meets compliance requirements for potable water contact in jurisdictions that enforce lead-free plumbing standards.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eFull port design minimizes flow restriction and pressure drop\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e2-inch FPT connections on both ends for threaded pipe installation\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eLead-free construction suitable for potable water systems\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eQuarter-turn ball valve operation for fast shutoff and isolation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDesigned as an OEM-style replacement or new-installation valve for 2-inch female pipe thread plumbing systems requiring lead-free components.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eInstallation Notes\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInstallation should be performed by a licensed plumber in accordance with applicable local plumbing codes and the International Plumbing Code (IPC). Shut off the water supply and relieve system pressure before removing or installing any valve. Apply thread sealant or PTFE tape to male threads before making up the connection. Do not over-tighten threaded connections, as this can damage valve body threads.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eConnection Type\u003c\/strong\u003e: FPT (Female Pipe Thread)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePort\u003c\/strong\u003e: Full Port\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSize\u003c\/strong\u003e: 2 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLead Free\u003c\/strong\u003e: Yes\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eItem Weight\u003c\/strong\u003e: 3.24 pounds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eStandard Information\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrand\u003c\/strong\u003e: A.Y. McDonald\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eManufacturer Part Number\u003c\/strong\u003e: 5420-472\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"AY MCDONALD","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51233890828594,"sku":"5420-472","price":144.21,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0270\/4519\/9983\/files\/307632601.jpg?v=1780111355","url":"https:\/\/voomisupply.com\/products\/a-y-mcdonald-5420-472-ball-valve-2-inches-fpt-lead-free","provider":"Voomi Supply","version":"1.0","type":"link"}