Key Features

  • Valve / Product Type: Ball Valve, Motor Actuated Valves
  • Body Material: Brass
  • Voltage: 110vAC, 12vAC, 12vDC, 230VAC, 24vAC, 24vDC
  • Port Size: 1/2 thread
  • Function: 3 way T Port, 3 way L Port
  • Operation: Direct Acting

1/2 Motor Ball Valve Brass WRAS 3-Way Open/Close or Failsafe

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£75.86 incl. VAT £63.22 ex. VAT

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Brand: Connexion

Model: ABVM04B3

Stock: 110 in stock

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Description

1/2 Inch 3 Way Motorised Brass Ball Valve Mini Series – ABVM04B3


The ABVM04B3® is a compact 1/2 inch motorised brass ball valve designed for automatic diverting, mixing and changeover of potable water and compatible fluids.

Available with either L-Port or T-Port flow configurations, the valve provides flexible automatic flow control for building services, water treatment, process control and OEM equipment. The T-Port version offers four selectable flow configurations, making it suitable for a wide range of diverting and mixing applications.

Manufactured from high-quality brass with WRAS approved PTFE and EPDM seals, the valve provides reliable bubble-tight shut-off together with a low power IP67 motor actuator. Power Open/Close and Failsafe Return versions are available to suit virtually any control system.

Key Features

✓ 3-way motor actuated brass ball valve
✓ 1/2" BSP thread with optional NPT
✓ L-Port or T-Port flow configurations
✓ Four T-Port flow patterns (TA, TB, TD & TE)
✓ WRAS approved for potable water
✓ Brass valve body
✓ PTFE + EPDM sealing system
✓ Pressure range 0–10 Bar
✓ Power Open/Close or Failsafe Return
✓ Multi-voltage actuator
✓ IP67 weather resistant actuator
✓ Continuous 100% duty rated
✓ Visual valve position indication
WRAS Approval Certificate: 251015016

Valve Specifications

Valve type: 3-way motor actuated ball valve
Port size: 1/2" BSP
Optional thread: NPT
Flow pattern:
L-Port
T-Port
T-Port options:
TA
TB
TD
TE
Orifice: 12 mm
Pressure range: 0–10 Bar
Media: Water, fluids and gases compatible with brass, PTFE and EPDM
Media temperature: -15°C to +100°C
Ambient temperature: -15°C to +50°C
Valve body: Brass
Seats: WRAS approved PTFE + EPDM
Service life: 100,000 operations

Actuator Specifications

Protection: IP67
Control options:
Power Open/Close
Failsafe Return
Power consumption: 1–5 Watts while moving
Supply voltages:
9–24V AC/DC
110–240V AC
Recommended power supply: 9–24V models: 2 Amp
110–240V models: 500mA
Electrical connection:
0.5 metre flying lead (standard)
3 metre flying lead (optional)
Visual position indication included.

Control Options

Power Open / Power Close (3 Wire)
Simple PLC or control system interface.
RED – Positive supply
BLACK – Negative supply
GREEN – Control wire
Applying power to the GREEN wire moves the valve to its powered position.
Removing power from the GREEN wire returns the valve to its start position.

Failsafe Return (2 Wire)
Power ON moves the valve to its operating position.
Power OFF automatically returns the valve using the internal reserve power system.
A minimum of 1 minute power ON is required to recharge the reserve capacitors between failsafe operations.

Operating Speeds

9–24V AC/DC
Open: 7.5 seconds
Close: 8.5 seconds
110–240V AC
Open: 8 seconds
Close: 10.5 seconds

Electrical Performance

Start Current
9–24V AC/DC
Peak current up to 2.08A for approximately 5ms after initial power-up when the reserve capacitors are discharged.

Moving Power
9–24V AC/DC
1–1.2 Watts
50–130mA

110–240V AC
2–5 Watts
50–100mA
Back EMF during operation is typically 3–5 volts above the nominal supply voltage.

Voltage Limits
Without Manual Override
6–24V AC/DC
(24V maximum)
With Manual Override
9–35V AC/DC

Optional Features

Manual Override
Lift and rotate the override button to manually operate the valve.
Push down to re-engage the motor.
Available on 9–24V models only.

E2 Position Feedback Switches
Volt-free fully OPEN and fully CLOSED end-of-travel confirmation switches.
Rating: 0–36V DC 0.4 Amp maximum

ABVM Weather Cover
Recommended for outdoor installations and very wet environments.
Additional special options are available on request.

Typical Applications

Building Management Systems (BMS)
Potable water systems
Water treatment
Flow diversion
Flow mixing
Heating systems
Rainwater harvesting
Commercial plant rooms
Industrial process control
OEM machinery
Automation systems
General fluid handling

Why Choose the ABVM04B3?

The ABVM04B3® combines the versatility of a compact 1/2 inch 3-way brass ball valve with dependable motorised automation for potable water and industrial applications. Its WRAS approved construction, flexible L-Port and T-Port configurations, and choice of Power Open/Close or Failsafe Return operation make it ideal for automatic mixing, diverting and changeover duties.

Designed for long-term reliability, the IP67 actuator, low power consumption and 100,000-cycle rating provide dependable performance in demanding commercial and industrial environments.

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Technical Specification

Brand: Connexion

Model: ABVM04B3

Width: 68.00 mm

Height: 89.00 mm

Depth: 70.00 mm

Weight: 1.00 kg

Valve / Product Type: Ball Valve, Motor Actuated Valves

Body Material: Brass

Voltage: 110vAC, 12vAC, 12vDC, 230VAC, 24vAC, 24vDC

Port Size: 1/2 thread

Function: 3 way T Port, 3 way L Port

Operation: Direct Acting

Pressure: 0.02 Bar (20 mBar), 0.1 Bar (100 mBar), 0.2 Bar (200 mBar), 0.3 Bar (300 mBar), 0.4 Bar (400 mBar), 0.5 Bar (500 mBar), 0.6 Bar (600 mbar), 0.7 Bar (700 mBar), 0.8 Bar (800 mBar), 1 Bar, 1.2 Bar, 1.3 Bar, 1.4 Bar, 1.5 Bar, 1.6 Bar, 2 Bar, 2.5 Bar, 3 Bar, 3.5 Bar, 4 Bar, 4.5 Bar, 5 Bar, 5.5 Bar, 6 Bar, 6.5 Bar, 7 Bar, 7.5 Bar, 8 Bar, 8.5 Bar, 9 Bar, 10 Bar

Seals: EPDM

Approvals:: IP67, WRAS

Media: Air, Fluid (Non Aggressive), Gases (Non Aggressive), Water

Options required: Anti Water Hammer, Bi-Directional Flow, Manual Override, Outlet - right angle, Position indication Visual

Orifice: 12mm

Reviews

★★★★★5.0 / 5 1 reviews

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Great service, called to check spec for valve and advisor was very helpful and knowledgeable. Placed order and arrived quickly.

Reviewed on 28/07/2025 by Mark H - Maidenhead, United Kingdom

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