Philmac Ball Valves – You Can't Beat the Original
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Philmac Ball Valves – You Can't Beat the Original
Water is precious, put your trust in a Philmac Original
The original Philmac Blue Handled Ball Valve was first manufactured in Adelaide in the 1970’s. And the tradition continues to this day. The distinctive blue easy grip handle is recognised in the market as the industry standard providing users with the confidence of a strong and reliable product. Installation is simple and its robust construction and frost resistance mean you will have years of trouble-free use.
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Insist on the original Philmac Blue Handled Ball Valve:
- Easy Action
- Frost Resistant
- Visual Indicator
- Install in any Direction
- Quality Materials
- Approvals
- Robust Construction

Philmac Ball Valves – the Originals
The Philmac blue-handled ball valve has been serving the Australian market for over 30 years. Its distinctive blue easy grip handle is recognised in the market as the industry standard. Proudly made in Australia, the Philmac blue handled ball valve is based on a simple on/off action and is quick and easy to install.
- Easy Action – easy to operate handle; positive on/off action through 90˚. Ergonomically designed to enable easy gripping.
- Frost Resistant – proven performance in frost conditions.
- Visual Indicator – in closed position, blue handle is at 90º to the body; in open position it's in line with the body – clearly indicating if the valve is open or closed.
- Install in any Direction – Philmac ball valves can work in any direction and at any angle.
- Quality Materials – high quality injection moulded plastic bodies and components plus NBR O-rings and stainless steel screws means years of reliable operation.
- Approvals – all blue handled ball valves carry Standardsmark approval.
- Robust Construction – built to withstand pressures up to 1600 kPa and provide years of reliable operation.
AS/NZ 4020 – Testing of products for use in contact with drinking water.
AS 1722.1 – Pipe threads of Whitworth form part 1: sealing pipe threads.
ISO7 – Pipe threads where pressure tight joints are made on the threads
Shut Off Test – Philmac blue handled ball valves are tested for shut off against a hydrostatic
water pressure of 2000 kPa (290 psi) or 20 bar.
Strength Test – Philmac blue handled ball valves are tested for adequate strength for their intended application.
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Since its inception in 1929, Philmac has been a company synonymous with invention, quality and reliability. Pioneering the plastic compression fitting in Australia more than 60 years ago, it is humbling to know that Philmac continues to set the standard today.
Philmac provides a broad range of water management solutions that service agriculture, irrigation, civil, water authority and plumbing sectors.
Philmac is the only range of poly compression fittings designed and made in Australia. Water is precious. Put your trust in a Philmac original.
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