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A.R.I. D-040

Reduced Bore, Combination Air Valve Series

A.R.I. D-040 is a reduced bore Combination Air Valve Series. Installed on liquid transmission systems, the Air Valve is designed to improve hydraulic operation by protecting the pipeline, increasing pipeline efficiency and reducing energy requirements.

Technical Specifications

Size Unit

Size range

DN15 - DN50 (1/2" - 2")

Pressure rating

PN6, PN10, PN16

Working pressure range

A.R.I. D-040

0.1 - 10 bar, 0.2 - 16 bar

A.R.I. D-040 L

0.02 - 6 bar, 0.02 - 10 bar, 0.05 - 16 bar

A.R.I. D-040 C

0.1 - 10 bar, 0.2 - 16 bar

Working temperature

Maximum working temperature:

60° C

Maximum intermittent temperature:

90° C

Available construction materials

Reinforced Nylon, Polypropylene, Stainless Steel, Ductile Iron, PVDF, Super Duplex

End connection type

Threaded male BSPT/NPT

Optional add-on components

One-way Out attachment, allows for air discharge only, prevents air intake.
One-way In attachment, allows air intake only, not allowing air discharge.
Non-slam, discharge-throttling attachment, allows full air intake, throttles air discharge (2” only).

Features & Benefits

Reliable operation
  • Reduces water hammer impact, saves energy and increases system efficiency
Dynamic design
  • High capacity air discharge
  • Easy to install and simple to maintain
Unique orifice seat / seal design
  • Long-term maintenance-free operation
Rolling seal
  • Leak-free sealing over a wide range of pressure differentials
Accessible discharge outlet
  • For connecting a vent pipe
Construction materials
  • UV resistant, non-corrosive and durable

A.R.I. D-040 In Action

A donation of 31 A.R.I. combination air valves results in immediate increase in water supply

Network stabilized, over 50% water loss reduction, and significant energy savings

Air valves reduce air pockets, resulting in 11% increase in flow rate, and reduced energy costs

Related Media

Animation of A.R.I. D-040 operation

Maintenance Procedure A.R.I. D-040

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