Filter Ball Valve BA 496, Brass with Magnetic Rod

Optimize system performance and extend the lifespan of your mechanical components with this high-quality filter ball valve from the BA 496 series. This versatile valve serves as a combined isolation valve, structural mesh strainer, and dynamic magnetite separator within a single compact body. It is engineered specifically for installation in closed heating and cooling circuits to safeguard sensitive equipment like circulation pumps and heat exchangers against abrasive debris.

Dual Action via Mechanical Strainer and Magnetic Core
The BA 496 stands out due to its intelligent layout combining a replaceable stainless steel mesh basket with an integrated high-gauss magnetic core rod. As fluid travels through the valve chamber, the physical mesh traps non-magnetic sludge, while the internal magnet forcefully draws and captures fine magnetite dust and ferrous shavings.

Leak Indicator Function and Simple Maintenance
Servicing the valve is streamlined and requires no system-wide draining. Closing the ball valve via its lever completely isolates the filter compartment. Unthreading the bottom access plug and magnetic rod allows users to swiftly clean out all accumulated scale. The valve includes a clever built-in safety function: the configuration is engineered to weep fluid immediately if the strainer basket or cap is not re-seated completely flush – providing a mechanical safety leak indicator that ensures filter integrity after routine maintenance.

Product Benefits:

• 3-in-1 Assembly: Works as an isolation valve, fine mesh strainer, and iron sludge separator.
• Advanced Magnetite Trapping: High-power magnetic rod pulls dangerous ferrous dust from suspension.
• Visual Fault Protection: Smart internal layout triggers a localized weep if the strainer is inserted incorrectly.
• Interruption-Free Service: Fully cleanable screen and magnet core without draining upstream lines.
• Seven Diverse Dimensions: Available in seven distinct nominal diameters using threaded or compression ends.

Tekniska Specifikationer:

• Threaded Dimensions (5 sizes): G 3/4, G 1, G 1 1/4, G 1 1/2, and G 2 (female thread)
• Compression Dimensions (2 sizes): 22 mm and 28 mm
• Pressure Rating: PN16 (max 16 bar)
• Operating Temp (Threaded): -20°C to +100°C
• Operating Temp (Compression): +2°C to +100°C
• Mesh Screen Size: 0.6 mm
• Body Material: Brass
• Application Range: Sealed heating and chilling lines, compressed air, private water utilities
• Brand: Beulco Armatur
• Series: BA 496