Description

AKRON Black Max Piston Intake Valve – 7980

Corrosion-resistant stainless steel and poly-impregnated aluminum are combined for a durable Piston Intake Valve. A large unique oval waterway increases efficiency while reducing the overall size. All this, plus a special 10-year warranty against corrosion makes the Black Max piston intake valves the obvious choice for today’s fire service.

Features

• IMPROVED CORROSION RESISTANCE
  The combination of the stainless steel piston housing, poly impregnated body, and polymer piston maximizes product life.
• FIELD SERVICEABLE
  Unique two-piece design allows the piston intake valve to be field serviceable.
• EXTENDED DURABILITY
  Akron stands behind the Black Max by providing a full 10 Year warranty against manufacturing defects and corrosion.
• FULL FLOW 2000 gpm (7600 lpm)
  Enlarged waterway for maximum flow efficiency.
• LOW FRICTION LOSS
  Only 7 PSI @ 2000 gpm (.5 bar @ 7600 lpm)

Standard Features​

• Stainless steel piston housing
• Compact size – Extends only 11 15/16” from the pump panel
• 250 psi operating pressure
• Polymer Piston for improved corrosion resistance
• Large waterway with a cast-in turning vane for reduced turbulence and efficient flow
• Pressure relief valve adjustable from 50 – 250 psi (preset @ 150 psi)
• 53° elbow
• 3/4” air bleeder valve
• Weight: 30 lbs.
• Depth: 11 5/16”
• Width: 9 9/16”
• Height: 18 7/8”

Optional Items

• Storz cap and chain
• Full-time Storz swivel inlet
• 6” Storz inlet
• Air bleeder diversion lines

Specifications

The Piston Intake Valve shall be constructed of lightweight, corrosion-resistant, hard-anodized and poly-impregnated aluminum, and stainless steel. The valve shall have an adjustable (50 to 250 psi) relief valve, a 3⁄4″ air bleeder, a built-in 53° down angle inlet, a stainless steel drive screw and piston nut, a hand wheel with fold-away knob, a polymer piston, a durable non-stick seat, and a minimum 4 3⁄4″ diameter waterway with casting turning vane. The valve shall not exceed 7 psi friction loss at 2000 gpm and 11 15⁄16″ in depth. Must specify inlet and outlet. The product must