Is this air valve made of metal? Someone posted brass with chrome plating--can a few people PLEASE verify this? Someone also said the gauge doesn't really gauge in that it's either on high or low--can a few people PLEASE verifty this also--as valve will be regulating small 1-2 gallon tanks and 20-40 gallon tanks. I don't want plastic as the valve will be placed near high impact and traffic area, and we need different volumes of air flow for different species in tanks. Thank you very much for your assistance. Is this air valve made of metal? Someone posted brass with chrome plating--can a few people PLEASE verify this? Someone also said the gauge doesn't really gauge in that it's either on high... » Read More Is this air valve made of metal? Someone posted brass with chrome plating--can a few people PLEASE verify this? Someone also said the gauge doesn't really gauge in that it's either on high or low--can a few people PLEASE verifty this also--as valve will be regulating small 1-2 gallon tanks and 20-40 gallon tanks. I don't want plastic as the valve will be placed near high impact and traffic area, and we need different volumes of air flow for different species in tanks. Thank you very much for your assistance. « Show Less
814013
it is made of metal and quite sturdy. the outputs are individually adjustable, but don't have a lot of fine control - you have to fiddle a LOT to get everything set just right, since they all run off the same tube - opening one wider drops the flow in the rest, while closing one more increases the flow to the others. if you are using less then the full output of the air pump it is easier, as the effect on the others is less when you change one. if fine control is not critical, this works well. I'm using a dual output adjustable pump with a output connected to each end of the valves.
814014
It is indeed constructed from chrome plated brass. It is quite rugged compared to plastic gang valves and will take quite a bit more abuse than cheaper valves. It isn't indestructible, but it should hold up well in most circumstances. It has two inlets (one on each end) but it comes with an end cap if you only need to use one inlet. The valves are fully adjustable, though it takes a steady hand to get precise control over the air flow as the valves are the quarter-turn type. I highly recommend this gang valve.
1368870
having used this item it can consume some decent degree of amperes to run. Not overtly though. this unit BTW was worth its weight in gold this year. My mother, whom I bought it for was extremely glad she had it. Onto amps. 14 gauge is for 15 amps, 12 gauge is for 20 amps. after using it I would recommend no less than a 14 gauge 100 foot line and no less than a 12 gauge 200 foot line. as your line length increases so does your electrical resistance and that is why beyond 100 foot I would recommend the heavier 12 gauge line. I was using the 14 gauge 100 footer this year and had no issues with the line getting hot. having used this item it can consume some decent degree of amperes to run. Not overtly though. this unit BTW was worth its weight in gold this year. My mother, whom I bought it for was extremely glad she had it. Onto amps. 14 gauge is for 15 amps, 12 gauge is for 20 amps. after using it I would recommend no less than a 14 gauge 100 foot line and no less than a 12 gauge 200 foot line. as your line length increases so does your electrical resistance and that is why beyond 100 foot I would recommend the heavier 12 gauge line. I was using the 14 gauge 100 footer this year and had no issues with... » Read More having used this item it can consume some decent degree of amperes to run. Not overtly though. this unit BTW was worth its weight in gold this year. My mother, whom I bought it for was extremely glad she had it. Onto amps. 14 gauge is for 15 amps, 12 gauge is for 20 amps. after using it I would recommend no less than a 14 gauge 100 foot line and no less than a 12 gauge 200 foot line. as your line length increases so does your electrical resistance and that is why beyond 100 foot I would recommend the heavier 12 gauge line. I was using the 14 gauge 100 footer this year and had no issues with the line getting hot. « Show Less
815737
My answer would be a definite "NO"! You have about 2000 psi pressure on a full tank of Nitrogen. Even if this gauge was used on the regulated side of the regulator, you would still have the potential to exceed the pressure it is designed to indicate and run the risk of injury and death! Many brass fittings and gauge components are designed and specifically made for high pressure applications. Make sure that the gauge and fittings you choose are rated higher than any pressure that you will be working with! Never "cheap out" on parts, tools, material, etc. where safety is an issue! My answer would be a definite "NO"! You have about 2000 psi pressure on a full tank of Nitrogen. Even if this gauge was used on the regulated side of the regulator, you would still have the potential to exceed the pressure it is designed to indicate and run the risk of injury and death! Many brass fittings and gauge components are designed and specifically made for high pressure applications. Make sure that the gauge and fittings you choose are rated higher than any pressure that you will be working with! Never "cheap out" on parts, tools, material, etc. where safety is... » Read More My answer would be a definite "NO"! You have about 2000 psi pressure on a full tank of Nitrogen. Even if this gauge was used on the regulated side of the regulator, you would still have the potential to exceed the pressure it is designed to indicate and run the risk of injury and death! Many brass fittings and gauge components are designed and specifically made for high pressure applications. Make sure that the gauge and fittings you choose are rated higher than any pressure that you will be working with! Never "cheap out" on parts, tools, material, etc. where safety is an issue! « Show Less
1547964
Its been about 6 months since i installed it. My recollection is that it is colored or coated on the front but not the back. So I'm sure its not solid brass.It also seemed heavier than I would think this thickness of aluminum would be. My guess is that it is more like a thin sheet metal. I replaced one that was 19 years old and I see noreason that this one won't last that long.
1229179
All of it is made with a lightweight metal...not sure of specific type..ours is a burnished brass look? But, the entire thing is the same metal. Sorry I couldn't be more helpful. We've had ours for about 5 years and have not babied it at all...no sign of rust at screw points or on the tubing
1223392
It appears to be heavy-gauge tubular steel, but suggest you contact company for more particulars. I found this email address on the AquaSense website: info@myaquasense.com I can tell you I wouldn't want to be whacked on the head with this. It's more than sturdy! Hope this helps.
356815
I would be careful on how much force to use. I just purchased a new valve for a leaky tank, but when pulling out the old plastic insert, I could hear the crunching of plastic and indeed, the plastic around the opening had crumbled, making a new valve pointless, and requiring me to purchase a replacement tank. I wasn't even pulling that hard, or twisting it, but apparently after 10 years the plastic tank isn't in mint condition anymore.
1913025
This tank does not have a pressure regulator on it---just a pressure gauge. I'm not an expert but, I'm pretty sure that the tank is not going to work for air brushing at any fixed psi. Just my opinion.
952504
Its made of plastic with a chrome color finish on it. If it was brass, it would cost a LOT more. This is not a high end piece here, but works great if your on a budget like i am. If you want a more high class look, then you probably want a Kohler or Moen. But, those cost $75+...
1450495
The sprayer is actually plastic. I was a little dissapointed with that fact...although I do have to say that it looks very nice and is working just fine. I haven't seen it in any other color (brass). Sorry :(
2113516
I just set this up the other day on my 50 gal tank and it should work but this kit is really badly made. The valve didnt even fit on the co2 bottle. I had to take a wrench and C-clamp to get it on(which took me 1 hour to finally get it on) after that it was working fine only for it to run out of co2. it didnt even last a full 24 hours. plus buying refills for this will cost you a fortune long term. you are better off buying a betting more pricey co2 system. I got mine for 170. and refiles are pretty cheap and environmentally friendly cuz you dont have to buy a new canister every time and just refill the same one. this thing is cheap cr*p. don't get it. I just set this up the other day on my 50 gal tank and it should work but this kit is really badly made. The valve didnt even fit on the co2 bottle. I had to take a wrench and C-clamp to get it on(which took me 1 hour to finally get it on) after that it was working fine only for it to run out of co2. it didnt even last a full 24 hours. plus buying refills for this will cost you a fortune long term. you are better off buying a betting more pricey co2 system. I got mine for 170. and refiles are pretty cheap and environmentally friendly cuz you dont have to buy a new canister every time and... » Read More I just set this up the other day on my 50 gal tank and it should work but this kit is really badly made. The valve didnt even fit on the co2 bottle. I had to take a wrench and C-clamp to get it on(which took me 1 hour to finally get it on) after that it was working fine only for it to run out of co2. it didnt even last a full 24 hours. plus buying refills for this will cost you a fortune long term. you are better off buying a betting more pricey co2 system. I got mine for 170. and refiles are pretty cheap and environmentally friendly cuz you dont have to buy a new canister every time and just refill the same one. this thing is cheap cr*p. don't get it. « Show Less
1588801
The top of the valve is clearly metal. I thought the psi limit had more to do with the tire than the tube, but I have mine at about 70 psi and they're working fine. Sorry I don't know any more than that.
1657252
it is just a tank with a air valve to fill with air. and a 3/4 or 1inch inlet for water. You would have to put your own pressure gauge. you can put it in line with the water inlet pipe!
783395
Thanks for your reply. My main concern was restriction to water flow due to the valve mechanism. Another reply specified that the restriction at the valve was about 5/8 inch which is larger than the one I viewed at Menard's.
70738
The venturis and nozzles are hardened plastic and so those will not corrode. THe main body appears to be cast iron with a good enameled coating on it - ours has no signs of corrosion. The foot valve is plastic with a perforated metal cone serving as a filter - this may corrode but ours has not yet, and the whole unit has been on duty in our well since the spring (we had to take it out and move it a couple of times because we were going from creek water to water in a crocked well so we have had several opportunities to view it). Your foot valve is more likely to need replacing every 2-4 years as the perforated metal filter does seem to degenerate over time as any foot valve will. The venturis and nozzles are hardened plastic and so those will not corrode. THe main body appears to be cast iron with a good enameled coating on it - ours has no signs of corrosion. The foot valve is plastic with a perforated metal cone serving as a filter - this may corrode but ours has not yet, and the whole unit has been on duty in our well since the spring (we had to take it out and move it a couple of times because we were going from creek water to water in a crocked well so we have had several opportunities to view it). Your foot valve is more likely to need replacing every 2-4... » Read More The venturis and nozzles are hardened plastic and so those will not corrode. THe main body appears to be cast iron with a good enameled coating on it - ours has no signs of corrosion. The foot valve is plastic with a perforated metal cone serving as a filter - this may corrode but ours has not yet, and the whole unit has been on duty in our well since the spring (we had to take it out and move it a couple of times because we were going from creek water to water in a crocked well so we have had several opportunities to view it). Your foot valve is more likely to need replacing every 2-4 years as the perforated metal filter does seem to degenerate over time as any foot valve will. « Show Less
2075665
According to my DH who welds and uses regulators on his tanks, this is cheap in quality. I'm not confident the reading of pressure left in the tank is accurate, but, it serves my purposes well enough to carbonate my beverages. The safety release sometimes vents CO2 when I open the tank valve, but I just hold it closed until I have the tank valve all the way open, and it doesn't release. The lever shut-off is not the best, either, it sometimes leaks if I don't get it tight enough. I just crank down the tank valve when I'm done so leaking is not an issue.
2040462
I measured the O.D. of the largest part of the barb with my caliper and it showed .305". The largest part of the fitting up against the nut, is .313". Mine came with a piece of tubing about 7" long to connect to the a 6 valve outlet port (included). The barbs on the oulet ports measured .205". I've had this air pump for 2 years now running non-stop with zero defects. If all the ports are used the pump is fairly quiet for its size and it really moves some air. When used with airstones the water looks like it boiling. It tends to run a little hot but this hasn't seemed to affect the pumps performance. This pump is little animal. I think it would air up a truck tire. I'd buy it again in a second. Hope this helps. I measured the O.D. of the largest part of the barb with my caliper and it showed .305". The largest part of the fitting up against the nut, is .313". Mine came with a piece of tubing about 7" long to connect to the a 6 valve outlet port (included). The barbs on the oulet ports measured .205". I've had this air pump for 2 years now running non-stop with zero defects. If all the ports are used the pump is fairly quiet for its size and it really moves some air. When used with airstones the water looks like it boiling. It tends to run a little hot but this hasn't seemed to... » Read More I measured the O.D. of the largest part of the barb with my caliper and it showed .305". The largest part of the fitting up against the nut, is .313". Mine came with a piece of tubing about 7" long to connect to the a 6 valve outlet port (included). The barbs on the oulet ports measured .205". I've had this air pump for 2 years now running non-stop with zero defects. If all the ports are used the pump is fairly quiet for its size and it really moves some air. When used with airstones the water looks like it boiling. It tends to run a little hot but this hasn't seemed to affect the pumps performance. This pump is little animal. I think it would air up a truck tire. I'd buy it again in a second. Hope this helps. « Show Less