The two-piece valve is recommended for many applications, including HVAC, hot and cold potable water, and non-potable process water. The ball valve body is manufactured from dezincification resistant bronze, with a bronze blowout-proof stem. With the full port design and brass ball, the ball valve allows maximum flow and minimum pressure drop or turbulence with unobstructed bi-directional flow. The lever handle provides convenient quarter-turn operation and bubble-tight shutoff. The NIBCO® Press System® is user friendly, quick and easy to install. When properly crimped a unique ''''N'''' witness mark is clearly visible. Please refer to NIBCO technical data sheets and catalogs for engineering and installation information. NIBCO® Press System® applies the proven performance of press technology to NIBCO valves and fittings -- the most specified flow control products in the industry. The NIBCO® Press System® features a full range of precision engineered copper fittings, bronze valves, accessories, pressing tools, jaws and chains. NIBCO® Press System® valves are backed by a 5-year limited warranty. Because of its longstanding reputation for innovation and precision in design and manufacturing, NIBCO is the preferred brand in the industry.