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Installation AccessoriesBrady AVCs · Pressure Gauges · Drop Pipe Hardware · Pulling Tools
Brady air volume controls, pressure gauges, drop pipe rope and torque arrestors, cable guards and ties, plastic pipe cutters, drop pipe vise grips, and the PH625 pipe-puller. Everything required for a clean well install — less the pump itself.
10
Brady AVC Models
3000ft
Rope Spool Sizes
2
Drop Pipe Vise Sizes
120+
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The accessories that turn a pile of components into a finished, code-compliant well install. Five categories cover the workflow from drop-pipe assembly through pressure-tank commissioning.
Brady Air Volume Controls
AVC for Galvanized Hydropneumatic Tanks
Brady AVCs maintain the air cushion in galvanized hydropneumatic tanks — not bladder tanks. Available in AV30, AV42, AV45, AV80, AV100, and AV120 capacities to match tank size. Includes AV45F and AV100F float-style versions, repair kits (AV42 3A), and the UK 1 installation kit. Critical for any non-bladder pressure tank.
ModelsAV30, 42, 45, 80, 100, 120
Float StyleAV45F, AV100F
Repair KitAV42 3A
Install KitUK 1
Drop Pipe Rope & Torque Hardware
Safety Rope · Torque Stops · Resistors
Braided (BSR) and twisted (TSR) 1/4 in safety rope in 500, 1000, and 3000 ft spools — backup hold for the pump if the drop pipe fails. TS-48 torque stops with clamps prevent pump rotation under starting torque. TRC torque resistor for 4–8 in casings. Required on every submersible install to prevent dropped pumps.
Braided RopeBSR500, 1000, 3000 (1/4 in)
Twisted RopeTSR500, 1000, 3000 (1/4 in)
Torque StopTS-48 with clamps
Torque ResistorTRC (4–8 in casing)
Cable Guards & Ties
Wire Protection · Cable Management
WG-100 (1 in) and WG-125 (1 1/4 in) self-clamping wire and pipe protectors keep submersible cable separated from drop pipe couplings. WG-6 snap-in cable guard for tighter installs. CT100 (1–1 1/4 in) and CT200 (1 1/2–4 in) cable tie packs — 100 per pack — secure cable to drop pipe at correct intervals.
Wire GuardsWG-100, WG-125, WG-6
Cable TiesCT100, CT200 (100/pk)
SpacingEvery 10 ft on drop pipe
MaterialUV-stable plastic
Pipe Cutters & Vise Grips
Field-Cut · Drop Pipe Holding
PPC4 and PPC5-6 plastic pipe cutters for field cuts on poly drop pipe. Replacement blades (PPCB4, PPCB6). DPVG (1 in) and DPVG-1 1/4 in drop-pipe vise grips hold drop pipe at the wellhead while assembling and disassembling. Critical safety tool — never grip the pump cable.
CuttersPPC4, PPC5-6
BladesPPCB4, PPCB6
Vise GripsDPVG (1 in), DPVG-1 1/4
Best ForPro contractors
Pipe Puller & Pipe Holder
Pump Pulling · Heavy Duty
PP-T pipe puller tool for extracting drop pipe and pump from the well. PH625 pipe holder with full parts breakdown (PH625-B foot dog, PH625-C wedge, PH625-D pin, PH625-H wedge bolt, PH625-J cotter pin) — the heavy-duty rig for commercial and deep residential pump pulls. Saves the back and reduces the dropped-pump risk.
Pipe PullerPP-T
Pipe HolderPH625 system
PartsPH625-B, C, D, H, J
Best ForPro pump-service trucks
Pressure Gauges
Liquid-Filled · Dry · 0–100 / 0–200 psi
Standard pressure gauges for tank tee installation, 1/4 in NPT bottom-mount connection. Available in 0–100 psi (most residential, 30/50 and 40/60 switch ranges) and 0–200 psi (high-pressure systems and commercial booster). Liquid-filled models recommended for pump installations — resists vibration-induced failure.
Connection1/4 in NPT bottom
Ranges0–100, 0–200 psi
StyleLiquid-filled, dry
MountTank tee gauge port
Brady AVC Sizing Reference
AVCs only apply to galvanized hydropneumatic tanks — not bladder tanks. Match AVC capacity to tank size. AVCs replace lost air through evaporation and absorption to maintain the air cushion that drives the system.
| AVC Model | Tank Capacity Range | Type | Application |
|---|---|---|---|
| AV30IND | 30 gal galvanized | Standard | Smallest hydropneumatic tank |
| AV42IND | 42 gal galvanized | Standard | Common residential galvanized |
| AV 45IND | 45 gal galvanized | Standard | Mid-size residential |
| AV 45FIND | 45 gal galvanized | Float-style | Float-actuated alternate |
| AV80IND | 80 gal galvanized | Standard | Larger residential |
| AV 100IND | 100 gal galvanized | Standard | Commercial / multi-family |
| AV 100FIND | 100 gal galvanized | Float-style | Float-actuated alternate |
| AV120IND | 120 gal galvanized | Standard | Large commercial |
| AV42 3AIND | AV42 repair kit | Repair | Rebuild aging AV42 in place |
| UK 1IND | Universal install kit | Hardware | Mounting hardware · new install |
Key: If your tank has a rubber bladder inside, you don't need an AVC — the bladder maintains air-water separation. AVCs are for older-style galvanized hydropneumatic (air-over-water) tanks only.
Drop Pipe Rope & Torque Reference
Safety rope and torque hardware are not optional — they are required by most state well codes and are the difference between a serviceable pump pull and a $2,500 lost-pump fishing job.
| Part Number | Type | Length | Application |
|---|---|---|---|
| BSR500 | 1/4 in braided rope | 500 ft | Standard residential well |
| BSR1000 | 1/4 in braided rope | 1000 ft | Multi-well contractor stock |
| BSR3000 | 1/4 in braided rope | 3000 ft | Bulk pro-shop spool |
| TSR500 | 1/4 in twisted rope | 500 ft | Lower-cost alternative |
| TSR1000 | 1/4 in twisted rope | 1000 ft | Multi-well contractor stock |
| TSR3000 | 1/4 in twisted rope | 3000 ft | Bulk pro-shop spool |
| TS-48 | Torque stop with clamps | — | Standard residential 4 in casing |
| TRC | Torque resistor | 4–8 in casing | Larger residential / commercial |
Always specify safety rope on every submersible install. Tie one end to the pump bracket, the other end secured at the wellhead under the well cap. If the drop pipe fails, the rope catches the pump — saves a several-thousand-dollar fishing operation.
Wellhead Install Workflow
The order of operations and accessories that produces a clean, serviceable, code-compliant install — first time, every time.
1. Cable Strapped Every 10 ft
Use CT100 or CT200 cable ties to secure submersible cable to drop pipe every 10 ft. Add WG-100 wire guards at every coupling to keep cable from rubbing on threaded joints. Skipped strapping = abraded cable = ground fault in 5 years.
2. Torque Stop Above the Pump
Install TS-48 torque stop 1–3 ft above the pump motor. The stop wedges against the casing wall and prevents pump rotation under starting torque. Without it, the pump twists itself off the drop pipe over the install life.
3. Safety Rope Always
Tie 1/4 in BSR or TSR safety rope to the pump bracket. Run it the full length of the well alongside the drop pipe. Secure the top end at the wellhead under the cap. Code-required in most states — and saves thousands when (not if) a coupling fails.
4. Pipe Cuts in the Field
Use PPC4 or PPC5-6 plastic pipe cutter for clean, square cuts on poly drop pipe at the wellhead. Hacksaws leave burrs that compromise insert-fitting seals. Keep replacement blades (PPCB4, PPCB6) on the truck.
5. Vise Grips on Drop Pipe Only
Use DPVG drop-pipe vise grips to hold the drop pipe at the wellhead during assembly and pump pulls. Never grip the pump cable — you will damage the conductor and the install will fail electrically within months.
6. Gauge + AVC for Galvanized Tank Only
Bladder tanks need a pressure gauge but no AVC. Galvanized hydropneumatic tanks need both — the AVC maintains the air cushion that drives the system. Match Brady AVC model to tank capacity.
Application Selection
Standard Residential 4 in Submersible Install
Stock list: TS-48 torque stop, BSR500 rope, CT100 ties, WG-100 wire guards, PPC4 cutter, DPVG vise grip. Plus tank gauge and switch.
6 in Casing / Larger Pump Install
Use TRC torque resistor instead of TS-48. Larger casing requires the broader-base resistor. Same rope, ties, guards as 4 in install.
Galvanized Hydropneumatic Tank
Add Brady AVC matched to tank size (AV42 for 42 gal, AV80 for 80 gal, etc.) plus UK 1 installation kit. Bladder tanks skip the AVC entirely.
Pump Pull / Service Truck
Stock PH625 pipe holder + PP-T pipe puller + DPVG vise grips (both 1 in and 1 1/4 in) + PPC4 + PPC5-6 cutters. The full pull/replace toolkit.
Bulk Contractor Stock
Order BSR3000 or TSR3000 rope spools, CT100/CT200 case quantities, WG-100/125 case quantities. Bulk discounts available on multi-case orders.
Aging Galvanized Tank Repair
Order AV42 3AIND repair kit instead of replacing the whole AVC. Rebuilds the AV42 in place — saves cost and downtime when the tank itself is still serviceable.
Deep Well (300+ ft drop pipe)
Use BSR1000 braided rope minimum. Twisted rope can stretch under deep-well static load — braided maintains integrity for the install life. Add a second torque stop midway down the drop pipe.
Pressure Gauge Replacement
Match gauge range to switch range — 0–100 psi for 30/50 or 40/60 switches; 0–200 psi for high-pressure or booster systems. Always 1/4 in NPT bottom-mount. Liquid-filled survives vibration better.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need an air volume control on a bladder tank?
No. Bladder tanks have a sealed butyl bladder that separates air from water — no AVC needed. AVCs are exclusively for galvanized hydropneumatic (air-over-water) tanks, where atmospheric air absorbs into the water over time and must be replenished. If your tank is post-2000 vintage and has a Schrader valve at the top, it's almost certainly a bladder tank.
Why braided vs twisted safety rope?
Braided (BSR) resists stretch under load — standard for deep wells (300+ ft) and any commercial install. Twisted (TSR) costs less and works for typical residential wells under 200 ft. Both are 1/4 in polypropylene, both are UV-stable. For most Houston-area residential wells, twisted is fine. For multi-family, commercial, or anywhere the pump weight + drop pipe weight is high, specify braided.
How tight should cable ties be on the drop pipe?
Snug enough that the cable can't slide along the pipe, not so tight that you cinch into the cable jacket. The cable should sit firmly against the pipe with no compression of the jacket itself. Over-tight ties create stress points that abrade the insulation over years of thermal cycling. Standard spacing: every 10 ft.
Do I really need a torque stop?
Yes. Submersible motors generate significant starting torque — without a torque stop, the pump rotates against the casing wall every start cycle. Over 20+ years of cycles, the rotation walks the pump up the drop pipe, eventually loosening the threaded joints. Pumps have been pulled with the motor literally unscrewed from the drop pipe. TS-48 for 4 in casing, TRC for 4–8 in casing.
Liquid-filled or dry pressure gauge?
Liquid-filled is preferred for pump installations. The glycerin damping fluid resists needle bounce from pump cycling and pulse-induced vibration — the gauge reads accurately and survives 10+ years. Dry gauges work but the needle deflects on every cycle and the bourdon tube fatigues faster. Cost difference is minor; longevity difference is significant.
Can I cut poly pipe with a hacksaw?
You can — but the cut edges will have burrs that prevent the insert fitting from seating cleanly, leading to chronic slow leaks. Use the PPC4 or PPC5-6 plastic pipe cutter for clean, square cuts. The cost is minor and the time saved on leak callbacks is substantial.
What's the PH625 used for?
The PH625 is a heavy-duty pipe-holder system for pulling and replacing pumps in deeper wells (300+ ft) and commercial installs. It clamps the drop pipe at the wellhead, allowing the contractor to safely break and reconnect threaded joints under load. For residential under 200 ft, DPVG vise grips are typically sufficient. For pro service trucks doing multiple deep pulls per week, the PH625 is essential safety equipment.
How often do I replace the AVC?
A properly installed Brady AVC typically lasts 10–15 years. Failure mode is usually the small valve mechanism — the AV42 3A repair kit rebuilds the AV42 in place, often extending life another 10 years. Replace the whole unit when the tank is replaced, even if the AVC still works — the install labor is the cost driver, not the part.
Can I reuse rope from a previous pump pull?
If the rope is undamaged and shows no UV degradation or chemical attack, yes — once or twice. Inspect for fiber breaks, surface fuzzing, or stiffness changes. Polypropylene degrades from UV exposure over time. For a pump install expected to run 15+ years before next service, spend the small money on new rope — it's not worth the risk on a several-thousand-dollar pump.
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