1/2″ Standpipe Cat 3

Tamperproof Standpipe enclosure with Hose Union tap a hose pipe where the risk is Fluid Category 3. When closed, the Standpipe conceals the tap and hose connector. Tamper-proofing is achieved using the optional padlock. The Standpipe has two operating positions; mid position (front cover slides down to expose the Hose Union tap leaving the hose connection concealed) and lower position (front cover slides down further when filling buckets). The hose can be left connected in all positions. A padlock is required to secure the cover in the top (shut) and mid positions. The robust galvanised steel housing provides a dgree of frost protection. The Standpipe features a low loss Double Check Valve providing Fluid Category 3 protection and affords a good flow even in in low pressure areas by virtue of high flow cartridges.

Fluid Categories 1-3 including- Private, residential & public gardens; Retail parks; Golf courses & bowling greens; Caravan sites; Garden centres (can be Fluid Category 4); Marinas (often Fluid Category 5 for large craft); Schools and car parks.

• Material Galvanised & Powder Coated Dark Green
• Retractable Shelf No

Every external hose union tap shall be located in a tamperproof housing; comprising of a galvanised steel body, finished with a dark green nylon coating – model SPED – manufactured and distributed by Arrow Valves Ltd – Tel 01442 823123 www.arrowvalves.co.uk.  The tap size shall be DN15[1] and the inlet connection shall be suitable for 25[2] MDPE[3].  The unit shall be suitable for Fluid Category 3 protection and feature a low headloss Double Check Valve Assembly and full-bore spherical servicing valve.  When mounted in soft ground a hot dip galvanised pile shall be used with stainless steel fasteners.  No below ground connections shall be made and a 2-pipe Tee Assembly installed in the lower part of the standpipe where the pipe is to continue.  The tap outlet shall have a quick release brass plug and socket arrangement.  A weatherproof keyed[4] padlock shall be provided.

Amend as required
[1] DN20
[2] 20 or 32 (15, 22 or 28 copper)
[3] copper
[4] combination