Series LFN45BM1 LFN45B/M1-EN-202011

Sizes: DN15-DN25

Series LFN45B
Sizes: DN32-DN50
Pressure Reducing Valves
The Watts LFN45B Pressure Reducing Valves is designed to
reduce the incoming water pressure to a sensible level to protect
the system components and reduce water consumption. Its
generally used in building services, water treatment etc.
Pressure - Temperature
Features • Pressure Reducing Range: 25~75psi(172KPa~517KPa)
• Integral stainless steel strainer • Standard Pressure Setting: 50psi(345KPa)
• Thermoplastic seat & cage • Maximum Pressure: LFN45BM1 (DN15-DN25)
• Lead Free cast copper silicon alloy body construction 400psi(2.76MPa)
• Serviceable in line LFN45B (DN32-DN50)
• Bypass feature controls thermal expansion pressure 300psi(2.07MPa)
• Sealed spring cage on all models for accessible outdoor or • Temperature Range: 0.5℃~82℃
pit installations
Specification
Working Principles • Nominal Diameter: DN15~DN50
After static pressure and dynamic pressure go into valve, adjusting • DesignStandard：ASSE 1003, ANSI AⅡ2.26.2, CSAB356, IAPMO
the spring on the upper part of the valve to make the outlet • Connection Standard: NPT to ASME B1.20.1
pressure decreased; After the valve pressure expansion, leaking • Working Medium: Water
out pressure through the by-pass pipe to ensure the safety of • Note: Single stage pressure reduction is recommended when incoming
channel; Built-in filter in the valve can filter out impurities when pressure is less than 200psi and when reduction ratio is less than 3:1. If
medium go through. the incoming pressure is above 200psi or reduction ratio is more
than 3:1(eg. 200psi to50 psi) or when inflow pressure fluctuates greatly,
two-stage pressure reduction is recommended by adding PRV in
Material series.
Component Material
Body Lead Free Bronze Models
Seat Thermoplastic
No Suffix——NPT threaded female inlet x NPT female outlet
Bonnet Thermoplastic
-U——NPT threaded union inlet x NPT female outlet
Strainer SS304
-DU——Double Union – NPT threaded union female inlet
Diaphragm EPDM
and outlet
Disc EPDM
-G——Gauge tapping option1/8''

Typical Application Approval

Installation Dimensions
LFN45BM1 LFN45B

AN-NONE
BN-NONE
C
C
Max.

D
A
A+E G BT=NPT
A+E+E AT=NPT G

DN A C D ENPT G DN AT AN BT BN C D G
15 88 116 43 16 57 32 213 148 111 78 225 36 82
20 88 116 43 16 57 40 213 148 115 83 225 41 82
25 105 116 43 20 57 50 228 162 126 93 225 47 93

Watts reserves the right to change or modify product design, construction, specifications, or materials
without prior notice and without incurring any obligation to make such changes and modifications on Watts
products previously or subsequently sold.
 LFN45B/M1-EN-202011
Characteristic Curves
LFN45BM1 (DN15,DN20,DN25) LFN45B (DN32,DN40,DN50)

kPa psi
kPa psi 0 0
0 0

34 5
34.5 5

68.9 10 69 15
Pressure Drop

Pressure Drop
103.4 15
109 15

137.8 20
138 20

172.3 25

172 25
0 10 20 30 40 gpm 0 10 20 30 40 50 60 70 80 90 100 110 gpm
0 37.3 75.4 113.6 151.4 Ipm 0 38 76 114 152 190 228 266 304 342 380 418 Ipm

Flow Flow

Installation Instructions
1. The valve’s rated parameters should match the equipment’s. Make sure that the valve’s rated flow satisfies the actual demand.
2. The installer must be trained or experienced so as to operate the installation correctly.
3. A thorough check after installation is needed to ensure no errors.
4. A thorough cleaning before installation is needed (chemical reagent can be applied if it is necessary) to ensure that there is not any rusting
or dirt in the pipe. All the filters must be removed before washing to keep the pipe smoothly open.
5. When beginning to wash the system, it is suggested to install the valve on a temporary pipe. After finishing system cleaning, move the valve
back and install it on the system’s pipe.
6. Use threaded connector that meets the standard to connect the valve.
7. The direction of flow must accord with the direction of the arrow head on the valve body.

Watts reserves the right to change or modify product design, construction, specifications, or materials
without prior notice and without incurring any obligation to make such changes and modifications on Watts
products previously or subsequently sold.