Description
3/8" WRAS Approved Motorised Stainless Steel Ball Valve – ABVM03S
The ABVM03S is a WRAS approved motorised stainless steel ball valve designed for potable water systems, water treatment equipment, leak detection systems and process control applications. Combining a WRAS approved stainless steel valve with a compact low-power electric actuator, the ABVM03S provides reliable automatic shut-off and long service life where drinking water compliance and dependable operation are essential.
Available with power open/close or failsafe return actuators, the ABVM03S is ideal for domestic, commercial and industrial water control systems requiring WRAS certification and automatic valve operation.
WRAS Approved for Potable Water
The ABVM03S forms part of the Connexion Developments ABVM WRAS approved motorised valve range, certified for use with wholesome drinking water installations under WRAS Approval Certificate 251015016.
Key Features
WRAS Approved potable water valve
304 stainless steel valve body
Full port ball valve design
Failsafe open or failsafe closed operation available
Power open / power close option
Multi-voltage actuator technology
Low power consumption
Visual position indication
100,000+ cycle design life
Optional manual override (Low Voltage Models Only)
Optional open/closed position feedback
Suitable for potable water and process applications
Valve Specification
Port Size: 3/8" BSPP Female (ISO 228)
Pressure Range: 0 to 10 Bar
Body Material: Stainless Steel 304
Ball Material: Stainless Steel 304
Bore: 10mm
Seal Materials: WRAS Approved EPDM and PTFE
Media: Potable Water
Media Temperature: -15°C to +100°C
WRAS Approval Number: 251015016
Electric Actuator Specification
Torque: 3Nm
Operating Time: Approximately 4-6 Seconds
Duty Rating: 100%
Cycle Life: 100,000+ Operations
Power Consumption: 1-5 Watts During Movement
Holding Power: Less Than 1 Watt
Ambient Temperature: -15°C to +50°C
Enclosure Rating: IP67
Visual Position Indicator Included
Mounting Position: Any Position (Except Upside Down)
Available Voltages
9-24V AC/DC
110-240V AC
Multi-voltage technology allows operation from a wide range of power supplies without requiring separate actuator versions.
3 volt and 5 volt available on request
Available Control Options
Failsafe Closed
Power ON → Valve Opens
Power OFF → Valve Automatically Closes using stored reserve power.
Ideal for leak prevention and automatic water shut-off systems.
Failsafe Open
Power ON → Valve Closes
Power OFF → Valve Automatically Opens using stored reserve power.
Suitable for applications requiring uninterrupted water flow during power failure.
Failsafe actuators require approximately 30 seconds of continuous power after operation to fully recharge the reserve energy capacitors.
Power Open / Power Close
Three-wire actuator control.
Power applied to the control wire opens the valve.
Power removed closes the valve.
Optional Features
Manual Override
Allows manual valve operation during maintenance or power failure.
Available on low voltage models.
E2 Position Feedback Switches
Provides volt-free confirmation of:
Valve Fully Open
Valve Fully Closed
Switch Rating:
0-36VDC
0.4A Maximum
Ideal for PLC, BMS and monitoring systems.
Weather Protection Cover
Recommended for outdoor installations and wet environments.
Typical Applications
Potable water systems
Water treatment equipment
Dosing and chemical feed systems
Leak detection systems
Building management systems
Process control systems
OEM equipment
Irrigation systems
Commercial water installations
Industrial automation
Quality & Reliability
Every ABVM03S valve assembly is function tested before dispatch to ensure reliable operation and consistent performance. The actuator platform has also demonstrated exceptional durability, successfully completing over 1.3 million open and close cycles during continuous endurance testing.
Why Choose the ABVM03S?
The ABVM03S combines WRAS approval, stainless steel construction and advanced actuator technology in a compact package. Available with failsafe operation, manual override and position feedback options, it provides a dependable solution for potable water automation and control applications.
✓ WRAS Approved Potable Water Valve
✓ Stainless Steel Construction
✓ Manual Override Included
✓ Failsafe Open & Closed Options
✓ Multi-Voltage Technology
✓ Proven Long-Life Reliability
✓ Free UK Delivery
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