Fire hydrant valves (landing valves) are critical firefighting components, usually, 63mm in size, designed to meet IS:5290 (Type A or B) or BS:5041 standards. They are constructed from gunmetal or stainless steel (SS304/SS316), featuring a 75mm flanged inlet, a 63mm female instantaneous outlet, and a 21 kgf/cm (2.1 MPa) body test pressure.
Key Technical Specifications
Standard: Typically IS:5290 Type A or B, or BS:5041.
Material: Gunmetal (LTB2) or Stainless Steel (SS304/SS316).
Size: 63 mm (outlet), usually with 75mm flanged inlet.
Outlet: Female instantaneous coupling (conforming to IS:937).
Body Test Pressure: 21 kgf/cm (2.1 MPa) for 2.5 minutes.
Seat Tightness Test: 14 kgf/cm (1.4 MPa) for 2.5 minutes.
Flow Requirement: Minimum 900 LPM at 7 kgf/cm pressure.
Painting: Fire Red (Shade No. 536 of IS:5).
Common Types and Features
Horizontal/Oblique Landing Valve: Common types for wet riser systems.
Pressure Reducing Valve: Controls high water pressures.
Components: Gunmetal body, stainless steel/brass spindle, and a handwheel for operation.
Accessories: Includes a PVC blank cap with a chain to protect the outlet.