{"product_id":"ford-meter-box-vbhc74-24w-mm-44-nl-1-in-coppersetter-no-lead","title":"Ford Meter Box vbhc74-24w-mm-44-nl 1 in Coppersetter No Lead","description":"\u003ch3\u003eProduct Description\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe FORD METER BOX vbhc74-24w-mm-44-nl is a 1-inch no-lead coppersetter designed for residential and light commercial water meter installations. This meter set assembly integrates a 3\/4-inch by 1-inch ball valve and a dual cartridge check valve into a single unit, simplifying the meter setting process. The unit stands 24 inches high with horizontal inlet and horizontal outlet orientation. End connections are 1-inch integral male iron pipe (MIP) on both the inlet and outlet. Licensed plumbers and water utility contractors install this assembly during meter pit or vault setups. Approximate shipping weight is 12 pounds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis coppersetter is suited for potable water service line applications where a combined shutoff and backflow prevention assembly is required at the meter location. The horizontal inlet and horizontal outlet configuration accommodates typical below-grade meter pit installations. The no-lead construction meets safe drinking water compliance requirements for potable water contact. Utility contractors and licensed plumbers working on new water service installations or meter replacement projects will find this assembly appropriate for standard 1-inch service line work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eNo-lead construction compliant with safe drinking water standards for potable water systems\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eIntegrated 3\/4-inch by 1-inch ball valve provides positive shutoff at the meter\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDual cartridge check valve provides backflow protection in a single assembly\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e24-inch height with horizontal inlet and horizontal outlet for standard meter pit installation\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e1-inch integral MIP connections on both inlet and outlet ends\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSingle-unit design reduces the number of field connections required during meter setting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDesigned as an OEM-style replacement or new-installation coppersetter for standard 1-inch residential and light commercial water meter settings requiring horizontal inlet and horizontal outlet orientation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eInstallation Notes\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInstallation should be performed by a licensed plumber or qualified water utility contractor in accordance with local plumbing codes and applicable sections of the IPC. Shut off the upstream water service and relieve system pressure before beginning any meter set work. Inspect the meter pit for proper dimensions and support before lowering the assembly into place. Do not apply excessive force to the integral MIP connections during threading to avoid damage to the valve body.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInlet Size\u003c\/strong\u003e: 1 inch\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOutlet Size\u003c\/strong\u003e: 1 inch\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBall Valve Size\u003c\/strong\u003e: 3\/4 inch by 1 inch\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeight\u003c\/strong\u003e: 24 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInlet Orientation\u003c\/strong\u003e: Horizontal\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOutlet Orientation\u003c\/strong\u003e: Horizontal\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eConnection Type\u003c\/strong\u003e: 1-inch Integral MIP x 1-inch Integral MIP\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCheck Valve Type\u003c\/strong\u003e: Dual Cartridge Check Valve\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLead Content\u003c\/strong\u003e: No Lead\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eApproximate Weight\u003c\/strong\u003e: 12 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: FORD METER BOX\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eManufacturer Part Number\u003c\/strong\u003e: vbhc74-24w-mm-44-nl\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"FORD METER BOX","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51233966948658,"sku":"VBHC74-24W-MM-44-NL","price":877.2,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0270\/4519\/9983\/files\/307626682.jpg?v=1780113435","url":"https:\/\/voomisupply.com\/products\/ford-meter-box-vbhc74-24w-mm-44-nl-1-in-coppersetter-no-lead","provider":"Voomi Supply","version":"1.0","type":"link"}