Legend Valve 101-045 Full Port Ball Valve 1 Inch Brass

Product Description

The LEGEND VALVE 101-045 is a standard manual full port ball valve designed for 1-inch pipe installations in plumbing and hydronic systems. Built with a brass body and brass trim, it delivers reliable shutoff performance with minimal flow restriction thanks to its full port design. The lever handle allows fast quarter-turn operation, making it well suited for applications where frequent isolation or manual shutoff is required. A PTFE (polytetrafluoroethylene) seat provides a durable, low-friction seal compatible with a wide range of fluids. Plumbers and mechanical contractors install this valve in both residential and light commercial settings.

This valve is installed using a solder (sweat) end connection on both the inlet and outlet, making it a standard choice for copper pipe systems. Typical applications include domestic water supply lines, hydronic heating loops, and general plumbing shutoff service. The full port configuration ensures the internal bore matches the pipe diameter, reducing pressure drop across the valve and maintaining flow capacity through the line. It is suited for residential water distribution and light commercial mechanical rooms where a dependable manual isolation valve is required.

Key Features

• Full port design minimizes pressure drop and maintains full pipe flow capacity
• Brass body and brass trim for corrosion resistance in water service applications
• PTFE seat provides a reliable, low-friction seal across repeated open and close cycles
• Quarter-turn lever handle allows quick manual shutoff and easy visual position confirmation
• Soldered x soldered end connections for use with standard copper pipe installations

Compatibility

Designed as an OEM-style replacement or new-installation full port ball valve for 1-inch copper pipe systems using solder end connections in residential and light commercial plumbing applications.

Installation Notes

Installation is performed by a licensed plumber following applicable IPC and local plumbing code requirements. Shut off the water supply and fully drain the line before soldering to avoid heat damage to the PTFE seat — the valve should be in the open position during the sweat process to protect internal components. Use appropriate flux and lead-free solder where required by code. Allow the valve body to cool completely before restoring system pressure and checking for leaks.