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A double hydrant valve, also known as a double-headed or two-way hydrant valve, features a common inlet and body with two outlets, allowing firefighters to connect two hoses simultaneously for increased water flow and firefighting efficiency.
A double-headed fire hydrant valve is typically used in fire protection systems to supply water to multiple hoses from a single fire hydrant.
It is commonly used in areas where large fires are more likely to occur, such as industrial sites, chemical plants, and storage facilities.
| 1 | Dual Outlets: Enabling the connection of two hoses from a single hydrant valve. |
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| 2 | Enhanced Water Flow: Double hydrant valves increase the water supply available for firefighting operations. |
| 3 | Improved Efficiency: Allows firefighters to tackle large-scale emergencies more effectively by distributing water more efficiently. |
| 4 | Common Inlet and Body: The valve typically has a single inlet connected to the fire water piping network and a shared body that branches into two outlets. |
| 5 | Durable : Made of durable materials like gunmetal or cast iron to withstand the rigors of firefighting and environmental conditions. |
| 6 | ISI Marked: ISI (Indian Standards Institution) marked, indicating that they meet specific quality and safety standards. |
| 7 | Flow Rate: Are designed to provide a minimum flow rate of 1800 liters per minute (lpm) at 7 kg/cm2. |
| 8 | Connection Type:Outlets are typically female instantaneous connections for easy hose attachment. |