1" Gate Valve Gray PVC Socket (VLV-GV-010-SK)

The 1" Gray PVC Gate Valve (VLV-GV-010-SK) is a full port, non-rising stem gate valve designed for on/off isolation service in water, chemical, and industrial fluid systems at the 1" pipe size. The gray PVC body solvent cements directly onto 1" Schedule 40 or Schedule 80 PVC pipe via socket (slip) ends, creating a permanent, leak-free connection with no threading, flanges, or union adapters required.

Gate valves are the preferred isolation choice wherever fully unobstructed flow is essential. Rather than restricting the flow path with a rotating ball or a wedge-shaped obstruction, a gate valve lifts its internal gate completely clear of the bore when fully open — producing zero flow restriction, no turbulence, and virtually no pressure drop across the valve. At the 1" size, this matters on gravity-fed irrigation systems and low-pressure distribution lines where every foot of head pressure counts, and on pump discharge lines and filter inlet/outlet connections where minimizing system resistance improves performance and efficiency.

The gray PVC construction offers excellent resistance to a broad range of corrosive chemicals, acids, bases, and salts — making the VLV-GV-010-SK a reliable alternative to brass or cast iron gate valves in chemical handling systems, water treatment plants, and any application where metal corrosion or contamination is a concern. NSF 61 certification confirms it is safe for direct contact with potable water, making it appropriate for drinking water distribution, well systems, and water treatment infrastructure where listed materials are required.

The multi-turn handwheel operator allows gradual, controlled opening and closing — a key advantage in systems where slow flow changes are needed to prevent water hammer or pressure surge. The non-rising stem keeps the overall installed height compact when fully open, making the VLV-GV-010-SK a practical choice for underground valve box installations, tight mechanical spaces, and any application where overhead clearance is limited.

Key Features:

• Gray PVC body — lightweight, corrosion-proof, and chemically resistant
• Socket (slip) ends for solvent cement connection to Schedule 40 or 80 PVC pipe
• Full port design — zero flow restriction when fully open
• Non-rising stem — compact installed height for tight spaces and buried valve boxes
• Multi-turn handwheel for gradual, controlled flow isolation
• NSF 61 certified for potable water contact
• 150 PSI cold working pressure rating
• Excellent resistance to acids, bases, salts, and industrial chemicals

Specifications:

Industries & Applications:

• Water Treatment & Distribution — NSF 61 listed for potable water contact; used as isolation valves on water treatment plant headers, distribution manifolds, and service connections where corrosion-resistant, chemically inert materials are required
• Irrigation & Agriculture — Full port design preserves system pressure on gravity-fed and pump-driven irrigation mains at the 1" size; commonly installed in underground valve boxes for zone and lateral isolation
• Chemical Processing — PVC body resists acids, bases, caustics, and a wide range of industrial chemicals where brass or iron gate valves would corrode or leach contaminants into the process fluid
• Residential & Commercial Well Systems — Used as a primary isolation valve on 1" well pressure lines, pump discharge connections, and point-of-entry pre-filter installations where lead-free, corrosion-resistant valves are preferred
• Pool & Spa Systems — Chemical resistance to chlorine and pool treatment products makes gray PVC gate valves a natural fit for equipment pad isolation, recirculation system service, and chemical feed line shut-off
• Industrial & Municipal Utilities — Process water lines, cooling water circuits, and plant utility piping where a low-cost, corrosion-free, full-port gate valve is needed for periodic isolation service
• Aquaculture & Water Features — Low-restriction full port design is well-suited for gravity drain systems, pond recirculation, and aquaculture water management applications where minimizing head loss across valves is a priority