Do It Best 464508 Frost-proof Yard Hydrant 3 Ft Bury

Product Description

The DO IT BEST 464508 is a frost-proof yard hydrant designed for outdoor water supply applications where freeze protection is required. It features a 1-piece variable-flow plunger paired with a large cushion-type seal that resists damage and maintains a positive shutoff even when debris or foreign particles are present. The casing is 1-inch galvanized steel pipe with a 3/4-inch NPT inlet and a 3/4-inch MHT brass nozzle. An automatic drain feature opens the drain port when the plunger is in the closed position, allowing standing water to evacuate below the frost line and preventing ice damage. Licensed plumbers and irrigation contractors are the typical installers for this type of hydrant.

This hydrant is suited for residential and light commercial properties where a reliable outdoor water source is needed at a fixed location such as a yard, barn, pasture, or garden. The 3-foot bury depth positions the valve seat and drain port below the frost line in moderate climates. A tamper-resistant lock feature allows the hydrant to be secured in the closed position using a standard padlock or bolt through the link on the head assembly. Overall installed length above grade is the bury depth plus 24 inches. Not approved for installation in California or Louisiana. Lead-free construction.

Key Features

• Frost-proof design with automatic drain that evacuates water below the frost line when hydrant is closed
• 1-piece variable-flow plunger with large cushion-type seal for reliable shutoff with debris present
• 3/4-inch NPT inlet and 3/4-inch MHT brass nozzle for standard hose and pipe connections
• 1-inch galvanized steel pipe casing with 7/16-inch galvanized steel operating rod
• Cast iron head with tamper-resistant lock point for padlock or bolt security
• Lead-free construction; not for use in California or Louisiana

Compatibility

Designed as an OEM-style replacement or new-installation frost-proof yard hydrant compatible with standard 3/4-inch NPT supply line connections in residential and light commercial outdoor plumbing systems.

Installation Notes

Installation should be performed by a licensed plumber in accordance with local plumbing codes and IPC guidelines. Shut off the water supply at the source before connecting or servicing the hydrant. The supply line must be installed with a downward slope away from the hydrant to allow the automatic drain to function correctly — a flat or back-pitched supply line will cause water to remain above the frost line and defeat the freeze-protection design. Verify bury depth is sufficient for the local frost line before installation.

Technical Specifications

• Bury Length: 3 feet
• Overall Installed Length: Bury depth plus 24 inches above grade
• Inlet Size: 3/4 inch NPT
• Outlet Size: 3/4 inch MHT
• Drain Hole: 1/8 inch NPT tapped
• Head Material: Cast iron
• Casing Material: 1 inch galvanized steel pipe
• Operating Rod: 7/16 inch galvanized steel
• Lead Free: Yes

Standard Information

• Brand: DO IT BEST
• Manufacturer Part Number: 464508