Backflow Prevention Products - Test Kits - Mid-West

Mid-West Test Kits

The Mid-West Backflow Preventer Test Kits are compact, lightweight and portable testing devices. They come equipped with a gauge, hoses and all required adapter fittings. Also included is a flexible or adjustable strap for hanging the gauge, laminated test procedures and a molded plastic carrying case with foam inserts. These are three-valve test kits used for testing all DCV, RPZ, PVB & SVB backflow preventers.

Model 835 Backflow Prevention Assembly Test Kit

Functions and Applications:

Model 835 (5) valve kit provides the capability for testing all brands of reduced pressure principle, pressure vacuum breaker, spill resistant vacuum breaker and double check valve backflow prevention assemblies.

∆P RANGE: 0-15 PSID / 0-100 KPA

Product Features/Benefits

  • Over 30 Years of Input from Backflow Technicians
  • Tests can be performed with gauge mounted in the case or removed
  • Quick Release Latch Pin Mechanism
  • (5) Valve Test Kit
  • Specially Designed for Testing Backflow Prevention Assemblies
  • Soft-Seated Brass Needle Valves (with replaceable valve seats)
  • Test kit is protected with 90 micron filters to minimize plugging with scale, sand, etc. Filter elements can be cleaned or replaced
  • Durable Molded Plastic Carrying Case with Removable lid
  • Test Procedures are Laminated in Clear Plastic
  • 5 Year Warranty

Specifications:

Gauge Type Diaphragm Differential Pressure
Dial Size & Range (4-1/2") 0-15 P.S.I.D. / 0-100 KPA
Differential Pressure Accuracy ± .2 P.S.I.D. (Descending)
Working Pressure 200 PSIG
Materials of Construction
Body: Glass Reinforced Engineering Thermoplastic.
Case: Polyethylene
Wetted Internals: EP Elastomers, Brass and 316 S.S. Metal Parts
Hoses & End Fittings: Buna-N jacket and liner. Schrader 1/4" brass coupler
Line Pressure Gauge 1-1/2" 0-200 PSIG
Hose Length Three (3) each / 5' long (color-coded)
Bleed Tube One each / 4' long clear bleed tube
Adaptor Fittings (3) sets of brass fittings provided for hookup to all standard size test cocks
Gauge Weight 3.6lbs / 1.6kg
Weight, Gauge & Case combined 11.6lbs / 5.2kg
Temperature Limitations Maximum 150°F/65°C
Freezing temperatures must be avoided.
Physical Dimensions 14-1/2" wide x 9" deep x 16" high (approximate)
Weight, Case and Gauge combined: 11.6lbs / 5.2kg

Model 830 Backflow Prevention Assembly Test Kit

Designed to test the following Backflow Prevention Assemblies:

  • Reduced Pressure Principle (R.P.)
  • Double-Check Valve (D.C.)
  • Pressure Vacuum Breaker (P.V.B.)
  • Reduced Pressure Principle - Detector (R.P.D.A.)
  • Double-Check Detector (D.C.D.A.)

Features

  • 4 1/2" round Dial (0-15 P.S.I.D.)
  • ± .2 P.S.I.D. Accuracy (Descending)
  • 1-1/2" Round Dial Line Pressure Gauge (0-300 P.S.I.G.)
  • Soft-Seated Needle Valves
  • In Line Hose Filters
  • Double-Walled Carrying Case with Removable, Hinged Cover.
  • Laminated Test Procedures

Mid-West Instrument Model 830 provides the capability for testing all brands of reduced pressure principle, pressure vacuum breaker, and double check valve backflow prevention assemblies. It is capable of performing all known test procedures including those recommended by ASSE, AWWA, USC FCCCHR, and NEWWA.

This test kit features improvements developed over twenty years as the industry "standard," including filters on all hoses, a compartment for storing various adapter fittings and kit suspension chain, and a rugged, molded plastic carrying case with removable cover for ease of use.

Test procedures are laminated in clear plastic and stored in the lid of the test kit case.

Specifications:

Gauge Type Diaphragm Differential Pressure
Dial Size & Range (4-1/2" 0-15 P.S.I.D. with a (1-1/2" Line Pressure Gauge 0-300 P.S.I.D.
Differential Pressure Accuracy ± .2 P.S.I.D. (Descending)
Working Pressure 300 P.S.I.G.
Materials of Construction NOTE: Materials shown are standard. For optional materials, contact the local Mid-West Instrument representative.
Gauge: Engineering Plastic Body, with E.P.D.M. Diaphragm & S.S. Internal Metal Parts
Valves: Soft-Seated Brass
Tubing & Fittings: Brass & Nylon
Hoses & End Fittings: Neoprene jacket and liner. Schrader 1/4" Brass coupler
Case: Polyethylene
Hose Length (Three) each 5' long (color coded). (One) each 4' long clear bleed tube
Filters Test kit is protected with 90 micron filters to minimize plugging with scale, sand, etc. Elements can be cleaned or replaced.
Adapter Fittings 3 sets of brass fittings provided for hookup to all standard size test cocks.
Temperature Limitations Maximum 150°F.
Freezing temperatures must be avoided.
Special Note: Test kit is capable of performing all known test procedures including those recommended by ASSE, AWWA, FCCC and HR-USC, and NEWWA.
Physical Dimensions 14-1/2" wide x 9" deep x 16" high (approximate)
Weight 14 lbs/6.4 kilos

Mid-West Model 845 Backflow Test Kit

Mid-West Instrument Model 845 provides the capability for testing all brands of reduced pressure principle, pressure vacuum breaker and double check valve backflow prevention assemblies.

The 845 is available in the 5-valve, 3-valve and 2-valve configuration.

It is capable of performing all know test procedures including those recommended by ASSE, AWWA, USC-FCCCHR and NEWWA. This test kit features improvements developed over 30 years as the industry "standard," including filters on all hoses, compartments for storing various adaptor fittings and tools is built into the new carrying case.

Mid-West Model 845 Case

Test procedures are laminated in clear plastic and stored in the lid of the test kit case.

Specifications:

Gauge Type Diaphragm Differential Pressure
Dial Size & Range 4-1/2" 0-15 P.S.I.D. with a 1-1/2" Line Pressure Gauge
Differential Pressure Accuracy ± .2 P.S.I.D. (Descending)
Working Pressure 200 P.S.I.G.
Gauge Engineering Plastic Body, with EPDM Diaphragm, Brass, 316SS and Engineering Plastic Internals
Valves Soft-Seated Brass Needle Valves
Hoses & End Fittings Buna-N jacket and liner. Schrader 1/4" Brass coupler
Line Pressure Gauge 1 1/2" 0-200 PSIG
Hose Length (Three) each 5' long (color coded). (One) each 4' long clear bleed tube
Filters Test kit is protected with 90 micron filters to minimize plugging with scale, sand, etc. Elements can be cleaned or replaced.
Adapter Fittings 3 sets of brass fittings provided for hookup to all standard size test cocks.
Tubing & Fittings Brass & Nylon

Manufacturer reserves the right to change specifications without prior notice.