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I know Blichmann used to sell these. Can anyone tell me where to find 1/2" NPT SS 3-way ball valves? I'd like to use them in lieu of Ts and standard ball valves.

Thanks!

Timmy
(wish I was in Seattle RIGHT NOW!)

Watch your center condition when ordering. Do you want closd or open to all in center position. I use closed center in the middle position. Either HLT to MLT or MLT to RIMS/BK.

FYI.

Good point. I use the "T" port 3-ways for my application...you may want the "L" port instead. Both are listed in the link I gave.

Thanks. As I think about it, it seems like L-type would do the trick. What cases have you seen where you guys prefer the T or wish you had a T versus an L?

If the drawings of the valves in their positions is correct, they are stating the 'L' is a 2 position 3 way.

I use a 3 position 3 way. Blocked center, then select port to go to A or B outlets/inlets (what you application is). I use one pump to do the work of two by using two of these valves. Select my inlet source (MLT or HLT) then select the output source (MLT/BK/HLT) with 3rd 2pos/2way valve.

I use 3 way valves with T ports on my pressurizable fermenters. It allows me to slide a racking tube straight through and to close it when the tube is out.
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dstar26t wrote:I use 3 way valves with T ports on my pressurizable fermenters. It allows me to slide a racking tube straight through and to close it when the tube is out.

Very slick. I cannot think of a pass-thru need on my HLT, MT or BK. I also do not think I see the need on either of my pumps. Thanks for the follow-up.