{"product_id":"watts-68097-isolation-pump-flange-1-1-4-in-sweat","title":"Watts 68097 Isolation Pump Flange 1-1\/4 in Sweat","description":"\u003ch3\u003eProduct Description\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe WATTS 68097 is a 1-1\/4 inch sweat-end isolation pump flange engineered to isolate circulator pumps in hydronic heating and closed-loop plumbing systems. The flange allows a circulator to be removed or replaced without draining the system, reducing downtime on service calls. Key construction details include a brass body and flange, a bottom-loaded blowout-proof stem, a Buna-N stem O-ring seal, and a virgin PTFE seat for reliable shutoff. A lever handle provides quick quarter-turn operation, and a T-handle is optionally included. This fitting is installed by licensed plumbers and HVAC technicians servicing hydronic systems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe WATTS 68097 is intended for residential and light commercial hydronic heating applications where circulator pump isolation is required. The sweat (solder) end connection suits copper pipe installations at 1-1\/4 inch nominal size. Typical installations include baseboard hot water heating systems, radiant floor heating loops, and similar closed-loop hydronic circuits where routine circulator service must be performed without full system shutdown.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eBrass body and flange construction for durability in hydronic service\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSolder (sweat) end connection for 1-1\/4 inch copper pipe\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eVirgin PTFE seat provides reliable, low-friction shutoff\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eBuna-N stem O-ring seal resists system fluid degradation\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eBottom-loaded blowout-proof stem for added safety\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eLever handle with optional T-handle included for flexible operation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDesigned as an OEM-style isolation flange for 1-1\/4 inch sweat-connection circulator pumps in residential and light commercial hydronic heating systems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eInstallation Notes\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInstallation should be performed by a licensed plumber or qualified HVAC technician. Shut down the hydronic system and relieve system pressure before beginning work. Solder connections require proper flux, solder, and torch technique per local plumbing codes; ensure the valve body is protected from excessive heat during soldering. Confirm the lever handle is in the closed position before removing the circulator pump.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eConnection Type\u003c\/strong\u003e: Sweat (Solder) End\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePipe Size\u003c\/strong\u003e: 1-1\/4 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBody Material\u003c\/strong\u003e: Brass\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSeat Material\u003c\/strong\u003e: Virgin PTFE\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStem Seal\u003c\/strong\u003e: Buna-N O-Ring\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStem Design\u003c\/strong\u003e: Bottom-loaded blowout-proof\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHandle\u003c\/strong\u003e: Lever handle (T-handle optional, included)\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: WATTS\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eManufacturer Part Number\u003c\/strong\u003e: 68097\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"WATTS","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51467733303602,"sku":"0068097","price":93.02,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0270\/4519\/9983\/files\/313946817.jpg?v=1783911771","url":"https:\/\/voomisupply.com\/products\/watts-68097-isolation-pump-flange-1-1-4-in-sweat","provider":"Voomi Supply","version":"1.0","type":"link"}