Nibco NJ0J005 Gate Valve 3/8 Inch Soldered Bronze

Product Description

The NIBCO NJ0J005 is a bronze gate valve with a non-rising stem design, built for 3/8-inch soldered (sweat) connections in plumbing and hydronic systems. The solid wedge disc and screw-in bonnet provide a reliable shutoff in low-pressure fluid service. Rated at 125 psi pressure class, this valve handles typical residential and light commercial water distribution demands. The wheel handle allows manual operation in tight spaces where a full-port ball valve may not fit. Licensed plumbers and pipefitters install this valve in supply lines, branch shutoffs, and retrofit applications where soldered copper is the standard connection method.

The NJ0J005 is suited for residential and light commercial plumbing installations using 3/8-inch copper tubing. Typical applications include domestic hot and cold water supply branches, small hydronic heating circuits, and fixture isolation points. The soldered end connection integrates directly with standard copper pipe runs without adapters. The non-rising stem keeps the installed height fixed during operation, which is an advantage in confined mechanical spaces where vertical clearance is limited.

Key Features

• Non-rising stem design keeps overall valve height constant during operation, ideal for low-clearance installations
• Solid wedge disc delivers positive shutoff and reduced internal leakage over service life
• Screw-in bonnet construction simplifies field repacking without removing the valve from the line
• Soldered end connection integrates directly with standard 3/8-inch copper tubing
• Wheel handle provides controlled, manual actuation in restricted spaces
• 125 psi pressure class rated for residential and light commercial water service

Compatibility

Designed as an OEM-style replacement or new-installation gate valve for 3/8-inch copper pipe systems in residential and light commercial plumbing applications using soldered end connections.

Installation Notes

Installation should be performed by a licensed plumber in accordance with applicable local plumbing codes and IPC guidelines. Shut off and drain the supply line completely before cutting into the pipe or heating the joint. Use standard sweat-soldering technique with appropriate flux and lead-free solder as required by potable water codes. Avoid applying torch heat directly to the valve body during soldering; protect the valve internals by keeping the valve in the open position and working quickly to minimize heat transfer.