Questions and Answers for Husky 1/4 in. Full Port Ball Valve

A:  If you are asking if you can use it to regulate the air pressure to the airline it will reduce the air flow if you don't close it all the way. But it is not recommended to be used as a regulator. If you are asking if you were to install it as a shut off valve will it restrict the flow, it will.

A:  Not when fully opened. Ball valves are a great option for full on / full off applications.

A:  Yes, this would reduce pressure.

A:  It will reduce flow, pressure in a static condition would remain the same, but, when opened, flow would be reduced through the valve because of the restriction so, initially, it may reduce pressure until it equalizes.

A:  No its a sutoff valve

A:  If it has 1/4" NPF port it will work as a drain valve. That's what I used it for. Watch out for compressor to floor clearance for the valve.

A:  As long as you are not omitting the emergency drain valve this, IMHO, would be a great drain valve.

A:  Yes ,I did just that.

A:  It will work if there is enough clearance between the tank and the floor

A:  Yes.

A:  These valves are not designed for potable water.

A:  Thank you.

A:  No, this valve is designed for air flow and not water.

A:  The highest pressure you can contain safley

A:  200 psi

A:  Thank you for your recent inquiry with The Home Depot. We unfortunately, do not carry a version with two male ends, however, we do have the Husky 1/4 in. Male/Male Connectors Brass (2 per Pack). That item is internet number: 202519174 We hope that this may complete your request. We appreciate your business and look forward to serving you in the future. Thank you for shopping Home Depot.

A:  This particular one did not but I don't see why It shouldn't

A:  No

A:  It isn't as advertised. Buy from a manufacturer that knows what they are doing. I'm sure it would be fine for gas.

A:  Yes

A:  Probably not. If it doesn't have the NSF blue circle on the packaging, then the answer is no. Read more about the NSF certification of products for potable water use here: http://www.nsf.org/consumer-resources/health-and-safety-tips/water-quality-treatment-tips/plumbing-product-markings/

A:  Yes

A:  I would contact Husky directly to confirm the make up of the valve and see if it would leech any chemicals or metals into the water.