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Campbell Plumbing Valves
Brass · Stainless · PVC · Hose Bibb · Drain
Plumbing ValvesBall · Gate · Swing Check · Boiler Drain · Hose Bibb
Brass and stainless ball valves (1/2 in – 2 in), PVC ball valves with FxF or SxS ends and union-type variants up to 4 in. Lead-free brass gate valves and swing checks (1/2 in – 4 in). Boiler drains, hose bibbs, sampling faucets, and CPVC drain valves. The general-service valves that complete every install.
5
Valve Types
1/2–4"
Size Range
LF + SS
All Material Options
55+
Catalog SKUs
Plumbing Valve Categories
Five valve types cover virtually every isolation, drain, and service-tap application in pump and waterworks installs. Pick the right valve for the right job — ball for fast on/off, gate for less-frequent isolation, swing check for backflow, hose bibb for outlets, drain for service.
Brass Ball Valves (BV)
Lead-Free · Stainless Options · 1/2 in to 2 in
Quarter-turn brass ball valves — the most-installed isolation valve in modern plumbing. BV2T-LF (1/2 in) through BV8T (2 in) lead-free brass. Stainless variants (BV3TSS, BV4TSS, BV5TSS) for aggressive water chemistry. Threaded NPT connections, full-port flow on most sizes, lever handle for fast operation.
LF BrassBV2T-LF, BV3T-LF, BV4T-LF
Standard BrassBV5T, BV6T, BV8T
StainlessBV3TSS, BV4TSS, BV5TSS
ConnectionNPT threaded
PVC Ball Valves (PIBV)
FxF or SxS · EPDM Seals · 1/2 in to 4 in
PVC ball valves with EPDM seals for general-service isolation in non-potable, irrigation, chemical, and aggressive water applications. PIBV-T-R series with FxF threaded ends; PIBV-S-R series with SxS slip (solvent-weld) ends. 1/2 in (PIBV2) through 4 in (PIBV16S-R). Significantly lower cost than brass on equivalent sizes.
FxF ThreadedPIBV2T-R thru PIBV8T-R
SxS SlipPIBV2S-R thru PIBV16S-R
SealEPDM (chlorine-tolerant)
Best ForIrrigation · chemical · non-potable
Union PVC Ball Valves (UBV)
Service-Friendly · Removable for Maintenance
PVC ball valves with built-in true-union joints — allows the valve to be removed from the system for service or replacement without breaking pipe joints. UBV3S-R (3/4 in) through UBV16S-R (4 in) with EPDM seals. Premium for irrigation manifolds and any install where the valve will need future service.
Sizes3/4, 1, 1 1/4, 1 1/2, 2, 4 in
Union JointBuilt-in true-union
SealEPDM
Best ForService-prone installs
Brass Gate & Swing Check Valves
GV Gate · SCB Swing Check · LF
Lead-free brass gate valves (GV2TLF through GV16TLF) for less-frequent isolation in larger sizes — preferred over ball valves on 3 in and 4 in lines for lower cost. Brass swing check valves (SCB2TLF through SCB8TLF) for one-way flow control. Threaded NPT connections throughout.
Gate Sizes1/2, 3/4, 1, 1 1/4, 1 1/2, 2, 3, 4 in
Swing CheckSCB2TLF thru SCB8TLF
MaterialLead-free brass
Best ForLarger sizes · main isolation
Hose Bibbs & Sampling Faucets
HB / HBBV / HBSF · LF + Stainless
Standard hose bibbs (HB2TLF, HB3TLF) for outdoor and utility outlets. HBBV ball-valve hose bibbs (HBBV2T-LF, HBBV3T-LF) for quarter-turn operation. Stainless variants (HBBV2TSS, HBBV3TSS) for coastal and food-grade. HBSF sampling faucets (HBSF2TLF, HBSF3TLF) for water-quality testing taps.
Standard Hose BibbHB2TLF, HB3TLF
Ball Valve BibbHBBV2T-LF, HBBV3T-LF
Stainless BibbHBBV2TSS, HBBV3TSS
Sampling FaucetHBSF2TLF, HBSF3TLF
Boiler Drains & Plastic Service
BD · DVC · CPVC Globe Stop
Lead-free brass boiler drains (BD2-LF, BD3-LF) for tank and water heater drain ports. Plastic Celcon drain valve (DVC2) for non-potable irrigation drain. CPVC globe stop valve (GV2W-CPVC) for hot-water and chemical-service shutoff in PVC/CPVC systems.
Boiler Drain LFBD2-LF (1/2 in), BD3-LF (3/4 in)
Celcon DrainDVC2 (1/2 in)
CPVC GlobeGV2W-CPVC (1/2 in)
Best ForDrain ports · service taps
Brass Ball Valve Reference
Lead-free (LF) is the standard for potable installs. Stainless (SS) for aggressive water chemistry — high-iron, high-chloride, hot water, or salt-influenced.
| Part Number | Size | Material | Application |
|---|---|---|---|
| BV2T-LF | 1/2 in | LF brass | Standard residential potable isolation |
| BV3T-LF | 3/4 in | LF brass | Standard 3/4 in supply isolation — most-used |
| BV3TSS | 3/4 in | Stainless | Aggressive water 3/4 in |
| BV4T-LF | 1 in | LF brass | 1 in supply / drop pipe isolation |
| BV4TSS | 1 in | Stainless | Aggressive water 1 in |
| BV5T | 1 1/4 in | Standard brass | Larger residential / commercial (non-potable) |
| BV5TSS | 1 1/4 in | Stainless | Aggressive water 1 1/4 in |
| BV6T | 1 1/2 in | Standard brass | Commercial supply (non-potable) |
| BV8T | 2 in | Standard brass | Larger commercial (non-potable) |
Note: BV5T, BV6T, and BV8T are standard brass — not LF. For potable install above 1 in, ask about LF or stainless special-order options. Federal law requires ≤0.25% lead on potable wetted surfaces.
PVC Ball Valve Reference
PIBV-T-R = FxF threaded. PIBV-S-R = SxS slip (solvent-weld). All EPDM-sealed for chlorine and chemical tolerance. Union variants (UBV) for service-friendly installs.
| Standard Threaded (FxF) | Standard Slip (SxS) | Union Slip (UBV) | Size |
|---|---|---|---|
| PIBV2T-R | PIBV2S-R | — | 1/2 in |
| PIBV3T-R | PIBV3S-R | UBV3S-R | 3/4 in |
| PIBV4T-R | PIBV4S-R | UBV4S-R | 1 in |
| PIBV5T-R | PIBV5S-R | UBV5S-R | 1 1/4 in |
| PIBV6T-R | PIBV6S-R | UBV6S-R | 1 1/2 in |
| PIBV8T-R | PIBV8S-R | UBV8S-R | 2 in |
| — | PIBV12S-R | — | 3 in |
| — | PIBV16S-R | UBV16S-R | 4 in |
Brass Gate & Swing Check Reference
Gate valves are preferred over ball valves on 3 in and 4 in sizes — lower cost, lower torque to operate, suitable for less-frequent isolation. Swing checks (SCB) are an alternative to spring-loaded checks for horizontal runs.
| Gate Valve LF | Swing Check LF | Size | Application |
|---|---|---|---|
| GV2TLF | SCB2TLF | 1/2 in | Small line isolation / check |
| GV3TLF | SCB3TLF | 3/4 in | Standard residential |
| GV4TLF | SCB4TLF | 1 in | Most-used residential / commercial |
| GV5TLF | SCB5TLF | 1 1/4 in | Larger residential / light commercial |
| GV6TLF | SCB6TLF | 1 1/2 in | Commercial supply |
| GV8TLF | SCB8TLF | 2 in | Commercial / industrial |
| GV12TLF | — | 3 in | Larger commercial / municipal |
| GV16TLF | — | 4 in | Heavy commercial / municipal main |
Hose Bibbs, Drains & Service Faucets
Outdoor outlets, drain ports, and water-quality sampling. Lead-free standard for potable; stainless for coastal and food-grade.
| Part Number | Type | Size | Application |
|---|---|---|---|
| HB2TLF | Standard hose bibb LF | 1/2 in | Standard outdoor 1/2 in outlet |
| HB3TLF | Standard hose bibb LF | 3/4 in | Standard outdoor 3/4 in outlet |
| HBBV2T-LF | Ball-valve hose bibb LF | 1/2 in | Quarter-turn 1/2 in outdoor |
| HBBV3T-LF | Ball-valve hose bibb LF | 3/4 in | Quarter-turn 3/4 in outdoor |
| HBBV2TSS | Ball-valve hose bibb SS | 1/2 in | Coastal / food-grade 1/2 in |
| HBBV3TSS | Ball-valve hose bibb SS | 3/4 in | Coastal / food-grade 3/4 in |
| HBSF2TLF | Sampling faucet LF | 1/2 in | Water-quality testing tap |
| HBSF3TLF | Sampling faucet LF | 3/4 in | Larger sampling tap |
| BD2-LF | Boiler drain LF | 1/2 in | Tank / water heater drain |
| BD3-LF | Boiler drain LF | 3/4 in | Larger tank drain |
| DVC2 | Celcon plastic drain | 1/2 in | Non-potable irrigation drain |
| GV2W-CPVC | CPVC globe stop | 1/2 in | Hot-water / chemical CPVC system |
Plumbing Valve Best Practices
Choosing the right valve for the application means lower cost, easier service, and a system that works the way you intended.
Ball for On/Off — Gate for Throttling
Ball valves are quarter-turn quick on/off — designed to be fully open or fully closed. Gate valves can throttle flow but operate more slowly. Use ball for routine isolation and shutoff; use gate for less-frequent main isolation, especially on 3 in+ lines where gate is cheaper.
LF for Potable Always
Federal law (2014) requires ≤0.25% lead on wetted surfaces in potable systems. Specify LF suffix on every valve in a drinking-water install. Standard non-LF brass (BV5T, BV6T, BV8T) is for industrial, irrigation, or non-potable replacement only.
Stainless for Aggressive Water
High-iron, high-chloride, sulfide-bearing, or hot-water service corrodes brass valves within 5–8 years. Specify SS variants (BV3TSS, BV4TSS, HBBV2TSS, etc.) for these conditions. The cost premium is small relative to repeat replacement labor.
Union Type for Service-Heavy Installs
Anywhere the valve might be replaced or removed for service — specify union variants (UBV3S-R through UBV16S-R). The union joint lets you remove the valve without breaking glued or threaded pipe joints. Saves hours per service call.
EPDM Seals Tolerate Chlorine
PVC ball valves come with EPDM (ethylene-propylene-diene monomer) seals as standard. EPDM resists chlorine attack — critical on chlorinated city water and pool systems. Don't substitute Buna-N or Viton without verifying chemical compatibility.
Sampling Faucet for Water Testing
Wells under regulatory monitoring (commercial, multi-family, public) require a dedicated sampling tap. HBSF series sampling faucets have a smooth bore that doesn't trap residual water — gives accurate test samples. Mount post-treatment and pre-distribution.
Application Selection
Standard Residential Supply Isolation
Use BV3T-LF (3/4 in) brass ball valve. The most-installed isolation valve in residential plumbing. Lead-free for potable compliance.
Outdoor Hose Outlet
Use HBBV3T-LF ball-valve hose bibb (3/4 in). Quarter-turn operation lasts longer than rotating-stem traditional bibbs. Lead-free for potable compliance.
Coastal / Food-Grade Outdoor Bibb
Use HBBV3TSS stainless ball-valve hose bibb. Required within 10 miles of the coast and on any food/beverage service install.
Larger 3 in or 4 in Main Isolation
Use GV12TLF (3 in) or GV16TLF (4 in) brass gate valve. Lower cost than ball at these sizes; lower operating torque on larger lines.
Irrigation / Sprinkler Manifold
Use UBV3S-R, UBV4S-R, or UBV5S-R union PVC ball valves. EPDM seals tolerate chlorinated city water. Union joints simplify zone valve replacement.
Pressure Tank Drain
Use BD3-LF (3/4 in) brass boiler drain on the tank tee drain port. Standard for residential bladder tank drain valve. Threaded NPT mount.
Non-Potable Irrigation Shutoff
Use PIBV4T-R or PIBV5T-R threaded PVC ball valves. Significantly lower cost than brass for irrigation, livestock watering, and other non-potable applications.
Water Quality Sampling Tap
Use HBSF2TLF or HBSF3TLF sampling faucet. Required on commercial, multi-family, and public water systems. Smooth bore prevents sample contamination.
Frequently Asked Questions
Ball valve vs gate valve — which do I use?
Ball valves are quarter-turn fast on/off — designed to be fully open or fully closed. Best for routine isolation and shutoff. Gate valves can throttle flow and rise/fall slowly with the stem — better for less-frequent main isolation, especially in 3 in and 4 in sizes where gate is cheaper than ball. Don't throttle a ball valve permanently — the partial-flow position erodes the ball seat over time.
Brass or PVC ball valve?
Brass for potable supply, hot water, and pressure-cycled service. Higher cost, longer life, lead-free compliant. PVC for irrigation, chemical, non-potable, and cost-sensitive installs. Roughly half the cost of brass. Both work; the choice is application-driven. Don't use PVC on hot water (>140°F) — the body can deform under temperature.
What's the difference between FxF and SxS PVC ball valves?
FxF (PIBV-T-R) = Female threaded x Female threaded. Use for connecting to threaded NPT pipe ends. SxS (PIBV-S-R) = Slip x Slip socket. Use for solvent-welded connections to PVC pipe ends. SxS provides a stronger, lower-leak joint — preferred for new installs. FxF is faster for service replacement on existing threaded systems.
Why are some larger ball valves not LF?
Standard 1 1/4 in, 1 1/2 in, and 2 in brass ball valves (BV5T, BV6T, BV8T) are listed as standard brass in the Campbell catalog — not LF. For potable install at these sizes, ask us about LF or stainless special-order options. Federal law requires ≤0.25% lead on potable wetted surfaces — non-LF can be used for irrigation, industrial, or non-potable replacement only.
What's a sampling faucet and when do I need one?
HBSF series sampling faucets have a smooth, low-volume bore that doesn't trap residual water — ensures accurate water-quality test samples. Required on commercial, multi-family, and public water systems for regulatory monitoring (TCEQ in Texas, EPA federal). Mount the sampling faucet between treatment equipment and the distribution system, not at a hose bibb where stagnant water gives false readings.
EPDM seal — what does that mean?
EPDM (ethylene-propylene-diene monomer) is a synthetic rubber seal material that resists chlorine, ozone, and weathering attack. Standard on Campbell PVC ball valves — ideal for chlorinated city water, pool systems, and most well water. Don't substitute Buna-N (NBR) on chlorine service — it degrades within a year. Viton (FKM) is for fuel and aggressive chemicals, not standard water.
Standard hose bibb vs ball-valve hose bibb?
Standard hose bibb (HB) uses a rotating-stem mechanism — multi-turn open/close, packing-style stem seal. Lower cost, longer service life on infrequent use. Ball-valve hose bibb (HBBV) uses quarter-turn ball-valve mechanism — faster operation, no packing wear, longer life under frequent use. For high-cycle outlets (livestock, washdown, contractor use), specify HBBV. For standard residential, either works.
Why use union PVC ball valves instead of standard?
Union joints (UBV) let you remove the valve from the system for service or replacement without breaking the glued or threaded pipe joints. Critical for irrigation manifolds, water-treatment systems, and any install where the valve might need future service. Cost is roughly double the standard PIBV variant, but the labor savings on a single replacement pays for the upgrade.
Boiler drain vs hose bibb — aren't they the same?
Functionally similar — both are 1/2 in or 3/4 in NPT inlet, 3/4 in hose-thread outlet. Boiler drains (BD-LF) are designed for tank drainage with a longer hose-thread outlet for direct hose attachment. Hose bibbs (HB-LF, HBBV-LF) are designed for general outdoor outlets and may include a vacuum breaker. For pressure tank drain ports, specify BD-LF. For outdoor faucets, specify HB or HBBV.
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