Brecco Ball Drips

The BRECCO Ball Drip provides automatic freeze protection and drainage for fire suppression systems, specifically engineered for installation at low points in Fire Department Connection (FDC) piping for automatic sprinkler and standpipe systems. It operates via a precision-engineered ball-check mechanism that remains open to release trapped condensation and accumulated water when the system is unpressurized, preventing costly freeze-ups, internal corrosion, and structural pipe failure. When system pressure is introduced during testing or active fire operations, the valve securely seals to maintain required line pressure.

This component ensures continuous adherence to fundamental fire safety infrastructure mandates by eliminating manual drainage intervention and mitigating the risk of weather-related system compromises. It is optimized for horizontal installation to utilize gravity for efficient fluid shedding and is rated to safely withstand pressures up to 300 PSI (20.6 bar).

Key Features & Construction

• Ball-Check Mechanism: Intelligently opens to drain residual water under zero pressure and automatically seals when pressurized during system testing or fire response.
• Durable Construction: Fabricated from high-quality brass or bronze with a corrosion-resistant stainless steel internal ball for long-term reliability in demanding environments.
• FDC Optimization: Tailored specifically for installation at critical low points within Fire Department Connection piping networks.
• High-Pressure Resilience: Engineered to safely handle operating pressures up to 300 PSI (20.6 bar) for secure, leak-free performance.
• Horizontal Installation Design: Utilizes gravity to facilitate efficient, consistent drainage and proper valve closure when mounted horizontally.
• Standardized Compatibility: Available in industry-standard connection sizes for straightforward integration into new or existing fire protection configurations.

Technical Specifications & Compliance Table

Contractors and facility managers must verify local Authority Having Jurisdiction (AHJ) requirements and reference the Reliable product catalog and list price book to confirm proper part selection, sizing, and installation parameters before proceeding.

Documentation: Download Manufacturer Technical Data & Cut Sheet (PDF)