Top 10 Best Water Softener Air Gap

EASY TO CONNECT Gap-Cap air gap AG130-001 has 12-inch OD inlet port for 12-inch PVC pipe connection. The 12-inch inlet accommodates any 12-inch slip joint adapters including a threaded end, barb connection, and a quick connect for PEX tubing. The same inlet accommodates 58-inch OD tubing that can be directly inserted into the inlet. A 38-inch inlet port is provided for RO systems. This port can accommodate both 38-inch poly-tubing and 14-inch poly-tubing with included adapter.. STANDPIPE CONNECTION Gap-Cap air gap AG130-001 inserts directly into the 1-12-inch and 2-inch standpipes. The body of the air gap provides stops to ensure secure placement. This air gap can be used with plastic or metal standpipes. If needed, it can be glued in place with plastic standpipes using regular PVC adhesive. The air gap outlet is designed to pass up to 7 gallons per minute. The optimum recommended flow rate is 4-5 gallons per minute.. SPLASH PROTECTION The AG130-001 air gap uses splash guards to assure a completely dry operation. Splash guards are an integral part of the design and can be seen through the side air gap window. During water softener operation, an initial discharge surge can create splashing. Splash shield eliminates the possibility of water splashing outside of the air gap. When designing drainage for an air gap, makes sure that P-trap is located minimum 20-inches from the top of the standpipe.. QUIET OPERATION When water exits the air gap, depending on the design, it may flow directly into a P-trap. This can create splashing noise that may be objectionable. To avoid excessive noise, it is recommended to use 22 degrees elbow inline with standpipe to avoid direct drainage to P-trap. The pipe elbow should be located at least 12 inches from the air gap to eliminate splashback.. CERTIFICATION The AG130-001 is legal to install in any state. It is UPC Uniform Plumbing Code Listed, IPC International Plumbing Code and NSF National Sanitation Foundation tested. These certifications assure that every product is safe to use. Also, all of the products are tested for strength and to make sure that every glue joint will withstand at least 40lb of force and not break. The testing is conducted for every manufactured lot to ensure consistent performance..

SIMPLE INSTALLATION The ET117-008 is designed for connecting discharge water tubing from a water softener to a drain line. Its 12-inch barb inlet accommodates a 12-inch ID poly tube, while its 1-12-inch OD outlet connects to a 1-12-inch standpipe drain. Included PVC adapters provide for a secure connection to the standpipe. A black vinyl end cap PN ET170-018 is offered as an optional accessory for the ET117-008. The ET117-008 can be pressure fit or glued to a plastic standpipe.. STANDPIPE CONNECTION The ET117-008 has a 1-12-inch OD outlet that connects to a 1-12-inch standpipe. The air gap can adapt to different pipe materials and sizes with the use of additional adapters or couplers. The air gaps flow capacity is 15 gallonsminute.. DRY OPERATION The ET117-008 is designed with a splash guard to assure a completely dry operation.. CERTIFICATION The ET117-008 is legal to install in any state. It is UPC Uniform Plumbing Code Listed, IPC International Plumbing Code, and NSF National Sanitation Foundation tested. These certifications assure that every product is safe to use. The testing is conducted for every manufactured lot to ensure consistent performance..

BACKFLOW PROTECTION Provides full backflow and anti-siphon protection to prevent wastewater from getting into water supply. EASY TO INSTALL Fits 1-12-in and 2-in metal or plastic standpipes, can be mounted at 3 different levels. STANDARD DESIGN Allows soft rubber washer hose or aluminum washer drain hook up to share standpipe with other air gap units, recommended usage 1 to 7 gallonsminute 3. 7 to 26. 5 litersminute. VARIOUS APPLICATIONS For use with washing machine discharge, dehumidifiers, water filtration devices, and water softeners. COMPLIANCE UPC listed and tested for compliance to IPC and NSF standards, provides more than twice the code-required minimum air gap opening.

FLOW RATE The ET115-001s minimum flow rate is 0.5 gallons per minute GPM and the maximum flow rate is 7 gallons per minute GPM. The minimum and maximum flow rates through an air gap are the lowest and highest flow rates at which water does not splash outside of an air gap. At minimum or maximum flow rate, the air gap is dry on the outside.. SIMPLE INSTALLATION The ET115-001 is designed for connecting discharge water tubing from a water discharge equipment to a drain line. Its 12-inch MIPT threaded inlet accepts a 12-inch threaded PVC pipe or the 12-inch threaded ET170-XXX series air gap adapters models -001 to -008 and -017. The ET115-001 installs to a 1-12 inches OD standpipe or 2 inches OD standpipe with 2-inch couplers. The ET115-001 can be pressure fit or glued to a plastic standpipe.. STANDPIPE CONNECTION The ET115-001 connects to a 1-12 inches OD standpipe or 2 inches OD standpipe with couplers. The air gaps flow capacity is 15 gallonsminute.. DRY OPERATION The ET115-001 is designed with a splash guard to assure a dry operation. It is also recommended to install the ET115-001 at least 18 inches above the P-Trap to avoid water splashing back from the air gap.. CERTIFICATION The ET115-001 is UPC Uniform Plumbing Code Listed, IPC International Plumbing Code, and NSF National Sanitation Foundation tested. The testing is conducted for every manufactured lot to ensure consistent performance..

FLOW RATE The ET115-002s minimum flow rate is 0.5 gallons per minute GPM and the maximum flow rate is 9 gallons per minute GPM. The minimum and maximum flow rates through an air gap are the lowest and highest flow rates at which water does not splash outside of an air gap. At minimum or maximum flow rate, the air gap is dry on the outside.. SIMPLE INSTALLATION The ET115-002 is designed for connecting discharge water tubing from a water softener system to a drain line. Its 34-inch MIPT threaded inlet accepts a 34-inch threaded PVC pipe or the 34-inch threaded ET170-XXX series air gap adapters models -009 to -014. The ET115-002 installs to a 1-12 inches OD standpipe or 2 inches OD standpipe with 2-inch couplers. The ET115-002 can be pressure fit or glued to a plastic standpipe.. STANDPIPE CONNECTION The ET115-002 connects to a 1-12 inches OD standpipe or 2 inches OD standpipe with couplers. The air gaps flow capacity is 15 gallonsminute.. DRY OPERATION The ET115-002 is designed with a splash guard to assure a dry operation. It is also recommended to install the ET115-002 at least 18 inches above the P-Trap to avoid water splashing back from the air gap.. CERTIFICATION The ET115-002 is UPC Uniform Plumbing Code Listed, IPC International Plumbing Code, and NSF National Sanitation Foundation tested. The testing is conducted for every manufactured lot to ensure consistent performance..

EASY TO CONNECT The AG140-001 air gap has 12-inch OD inlet port that is designed to fit 12-inch schedule 40 PVC slip fitting with O-ring. It is designed to fit into recessed washing machine outlet boxes with 2 inches drainpipe. The AG140-001 allows space for washer drain hook or soft rubber washer hose.. STANDPIPE CONNECTION The AG140-001 comes with a 2 inches PVC mounting base that fits into a recessed washing machine box with 2 inches drainpipe. The air gap is tested at 15 gallons per minute and recommended usage is 7 gallons per minute.. SPLASH PROTECTION The AG140-001 air gap uses splash guards to assure a completely dry operation. Splash guards are an integral part of the design and can be seen through the side air gap window. During water softener operation, an initial discharge surge can create splashing. Splash shield eliminates the possibility of water splashing outside of the air gap. When designing drainage for an air gap, makes sure that P-trap is located minimum 20-inches from the top of the standpipe.. QUIET OPERATION When water exits the air gap, depending on the design, it may flow directly into a P-trap. This can create splashing noise that may be objectionable. The AG140-001 air gap is designed with a flow straightener to quiet and smooth out turbulent flow. Also, to avoid excessive noise, it is recommended to use 22 degrees elbow inline with standpipe to avoid direct drainage to P-trap. The pipe elbow should be located at least 12 inches from the air gap to eliminate splashback.. CERTIFICATION The AG140-001 is legal to install in any state. It is UPC Uniform Plumbing Code Listed, IPC International Plumbing Code and NSF National Sanitation Foundation tested. These certifications assure that every product is safe to use. Also, all of the products are tested for strength and to make sure that every glue joint will withstand at least 40lb of force and not break. The testing is conducted for every manufactured lot to ensure consistent performance..

FLOW RATE MR. DRAIN air gaps maximum flow rate is 12.5 gallons per minute GPM. The maximum flow rate through an air gap is the highest flow rate at which water does not splash outside of an air gap. At maximum flow rate, the air gap is dry on the outside.. EASY TO CONNECT MR. DRAIN air gap AG100-001 has 12-inch OD inlet port for direct 12-inch PVC pipe connection. The 12-inch inlet accommodates any 12-inch slip joint adapters. The adapters include a threaded end, barb connection, and a quick connect for PEX tubing. Also, the inlet accommodates 58-inch OD tubing that can be directly inserted into the inlet. For tubing to stay in place, it needs to be attached to a support structure within 12-18 inches from the inlet port.. STANDPIPE CONNECTION MR. DRAIN air gap AG100-001 inserts directly into the 1-12-inch and 2-inch standpipes. The body of the air gap provides stops to assure secure placement. This air gap can be used with plastic or metal standpipes. If needed, it can be glued in place with plastic standpipes using regular PVC adhesive. The air gap outlet is designed to pass up to 15 gallons per minute. The optimum recommended flow rate is 7 gallons per minute.. SPLASH PROTECTION The AG100-001 air gap uses splash guards to assure a completely dry operation. Splash guards are an integral part of the design and can be seen through the side air gap window. During water softener operation, an initial discharge surge can create splashing. Splash shield eliminates the possibility of water splashing outside of the air gap. When designing drainage for an air gap, makes sure that P-trap is located minimum 20-inches from the top of the standpipe.. QUIET OPERATION When water exits the air gap, depending on the design, it may flow directly into a P-trap. This can create splashing noise that may be objectionable. To avoid excessive noise, it is recommended to use 22 degrees elbow inline with standpipe to avoid direct drainage to P-trap. The pipe elbow should be located at least 12 inches from the air gap to eliminate splashback. If an elbow is not an option for your application, we can provide a flow deflector..

EASY TO CONNECT The AG140-002 is a water softener air gap that is designed to share the drainpipe with a washing machine discharge tubing. It has a 12-inch OD inlet port that is designed to fit 12-inch schedule 40 PVC slip fitting with O-ring, and a 34-inch OD outlet. To ensure secure mounting on vertical wall or to back of outlet boxes, a wall bracket and four Phillips Pan Head Screws are provided. The AG140-002 allows space for washer drain hook or soft rubber or plastic washer hose.. STANDPIPE CONNECTION The AG140-002 comes with a 4-inch long, 78-inch ID flexible rubber hose that fits onto the air gaps 34-inch OD outlet. It is designed to fit into recessed washing machine outlet boxes with 1-12-inches or 2 inches standpipe. The air gap is tested at 15 gallons per minute and recommended usage is 7 gallons per minute.. SPLASH PROTECTION The AG140-002 air gap uses splash guards to assure a completely dry operation. Splash guards are an integral part of the design and can be seen through the side air gap window. During water softener operation, an initial discharge surge can create splashing. Splash shield eliminates the possibility of water splashing outside of the air gap. When designing drainage for an air gap, makes sure that P-trap is located minimum 20-inches from the top of the standpipe.. QUIET OPERATION When water exits the air gap, depending on the design, it may flow directly into a P-trap. This can create splashing noise that may be objectionable. The AG140-002 air gap is designed with a flow straightener to quiet and smooth out turbulent flow. Also, to avoid excessive noise, it is recommended to use 22 degrees elbow inline with standpipe to avoid direct drainage to P-trap. The pipe elbow should be located at least 12 inches from the air gap to eliminate splashback.. CERTIFICATION The AG140-002 is legal to install in any state. It is UPC Uniform Plumbing Code Listed, IPC International Plumbing Code and NSF National Sanitation Foundation tested. These certifications assure that every product is safe to use. Also, all of the products are tested for strength and to make sure that every glue joint will withstand at least 40lb of force and not break. The testing is conducted for every manufactured lot to ensure consistent performance..

EASY TO CONNECT The AG180-002 air gap comes with pipe support adapters for 12-inch or 34-inch PVC and copper pipe connection. Snap-in retainer provides a simple way to secure 12-inch pipes. For larger pipes, use a pipe support adapter and a stainless-steel worm clamp. For pipes to stay in place, ensure they are secured to a support structure within 12-24 inches from the air gap. An air gap is a non-pressurized device, and therefore very little pressure is exerted on the pipes.. STANDPIPE DRAIN CONNECTION The AG180-002 installs directly onto a 2-inch standpipe or connects securely to a floor drain using a stainless hook. This air gap can be used with plastic or metal standpipes. If needed, it can be glued in place to a plastic standpipe using regular PVC adhesive. The air gap is designed to drain up to 36 gallons per minute safely. The optimum recommended flow rate is 18 gallons per minute.. SPLASH PROTECTION The AG180-002 uses a funnel design to assure a splash-free operation. During water softener operation, an initial discharge surge can create splashing. Funnel design and side splash guards eliminate the possibility of water splashing outside of the air gap. Make sure that P-trap is located minimum 12-inches from the top of the standpipe. This is needed to avoid water splashback from the P-trap and to create static water pressure for continuous water drainage.. DRAINAGE CONTROL When water exits the air gap, depending on the drainpipe design, it may flow directly into a P-trap. In some cases, this can create splashing noise that may be objectionable. To avoid excessive noise, it is recommended to use 22 degrees elbow inline with standpipe to avoid direct drainage into P-trap, but instead, let water flow on the side of the standpipe. The pipe elbow should be located at least 12 inches from the air gap to eliminate splashback.. UNIVERSAL AIR GAP The AG180-002 is a universal air gap that can accommodate flow rates below 36 GPM. The AG18-002 tested for strength and to make sure that every joint and connection will withstand at least 40lb of force and not break. The AG180-002 can accommodate up to 5 different discharge pipes and can handle the simultaneous flow from a water softener, RO filter, condensate, and iron filter. All discharge pipes should be pointed to the center of the air gap to provide the best drainage..