Relief Valves and Vacuum Breakers
Relief valves and vacuum breakers are vital safety devices that protect systems and equipment from overpressure or vacuum conditions. Relief valves are designed to automatically relieve excessive pressure within a system, preventing potential damage or catastrophic failure. They are commonly used in boilers, pressure vessels, pipelines, and hydraulic systems. On the other hand, vacuum breakers are utilized to prevent the formation of a vacuum or negative pressure within a system, which can lead to implosion or damage. Vacuum breakers are commonly found in plumbing systems, water supply lines, and industrial processes. These valves ensure system integrity and safety by releasing pressure or preventing vacuum, safeguarding equipment, and preventing potential hazards.
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Part number 15118B75 from Apollo is a Valve 3/4" 75PSI Air Relief BRS. It is commonly found in plumbing, industrial processing, and fire protection applications. Backed by Apollo's commitment to quality, the 15118B75 is built to perform under real-world conditions. This product meets relevant ASME and NSF standards.
$210.11$248.77
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The 15118B80Q from Apollo is a Brass Valve 3/4" 80 PSI Air Relief. It is commonly found in fire protection, commercial mechanical systems, and marine applications. Apollo Valves is recognized globally for engineering products that meet strict performance standards.
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Engineered by Apollo, the 15118B90 is a Valve 3/4" 90 PSI Air Relief BRS. It is commonly found in industrial processing, plumbing, and HVAC applications. Apollo products are trusted by engineers and specifiers worldwide. This product meets relevant UL and FM standards.
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The Apollo Valves 15115B100 is a Valve 3/8" 100PSI Air Relief BRS. It is commonly found in commercial mechanical systems, fire protection, and oil and gas applications. As a leader in valves and flow control, Apollo manufactures every component to exacting standards.
$181.55$214.95
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The Apollo 15115B100Q is a Valve 3/8" 100PSI Air Relief BRS. Typical applications span fire protection, commercial mechanical systems, and HVAC environments. As a leader in valves and flow control, Apollo manufactures every component to exacting standards. It is designed to comply with applicable ASME and UL requirements.
$233.71$276.71
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Engineered by Apollo, the 15115B115 is a Valve 3/8" 115PSI Air Relief BRS. Typical applications span plumbing, industrial processing, and commercial mechanical systems environments. As a leader in valves and flow control, Apollo manufactures every component to exacting standards. It is designed to comply with applicable ASME and FM requirements.
$181.55$214.95
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The 15115B120 from Apollo is a Valve 3/8" 120PSI Air Relief BRS. It is commonly found in commercial mechanical systems, oil and gas, and plumbing applications. Backed by Apollo's commitment to quality, the 15115B120 is built to perform under real-world conditions. It is designed to comply with applicable ASME and UL requirements.
$181.55$214.95
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The 15115B125 from Apollo is a Valve 3/8" 125PSI Air Relief BRS. It is commonly found in industrial processing, plumbing, and commercial mechanical systems applications. Apollo products are trusted by engineers and specifiers worldwide.
$181.55$214.95
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Part number 15115B130 from Apollo is a Valve 3/8" 130PSI Air Relief BRS. Typical applications span HVAC, fire protection, and industrial processing environments. Apollo products are trusted by engineers and specifiers worldwide.
$181.55$214.95
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Engineered by Apollo, the 15115B135 is a Valve 3/8" 135PSI Air Relief BRS. This product serves professionals across plumbing, HVAC, and oil and gas sectors. Backed by Apollo's commitment to quality, the 15115B135 is built to perform under real-world conditions. This product meets relevant NSF and UL standards.
$181.55$214.95
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The Apollo Valves 15115B145 is a Brass Valve 3/8" 145PSI Air Relief. This product serves professionals across fire protection, marine, and HVAC sectors. Apollo products are trusted by engineers and specifiers worldwide. This product meets relevant ASME and UL standards.
$181.55$214.95
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The 15115B150 from Apollo is a Valve 3/8" 150PSI Air Relief BRS. It is commonly found in commercial mechanical systems, industrial processing, and marine applications. Apollo products are trusted by engineers and specifiers worldwide.
$181.55$214.95
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The Apollo 15115B152 is a Valve 3/8" 152PSI Air Relief BRS. It is commonly found in HVAC, oil and gas, and industrial processing applications. Backed by Apollo's commitment to quality, the 15115B152 is built to perform under real-world conditions. This product meets relevant ASME and UL standards.
$181.55$214.95
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The Apollo Valves 15115B159Q is a Valve 3/8" 159PSI Air Relief BRS. This product serves professionals across fire protection, commercial mechanical systems, and HVAC sectors. Apollo products are trusted by engineers and specifiers worldwide. It is designed to comply with applicable FM and ASME requirements.
$233.71$276.71
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The 15115B15 from Apollo is a Valve 3/8" 15PSI Air Relief BRS. Typical applications span oil and gas, plumbing, and commercial mechanical systems environments. Apollo products are trusted by engineers and specifiers worldwide.
$181.55$214.95
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The Apollo 15115B160 is a Valve 3/8" 160PSI Air Relief BRS. This product serves professionals across oil and gas, HVAC, and fire protection sectors. Apollo Valves is recognized globally for engineering products that meet strict performance standards.
$181.55$214.95
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The 15115B165 from Apollo is a Brass Valve 3/8" 165PSI Air Relief. Typical applications span oil and gas, fire protection, and industrial processing environments. Apollo products are trusted by engineers and specifiers worldwide.
$181.55$214.95
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Part number 15115B175 from Apollo is a Valve 3/8" 175PSI Air Relief BRS. It is commonly found in commercial mechanical systems, HVAC, and plumbing applications. Apollo Valves is recognized globally for engineering products that meet strict performance standards. It is designed to comply with applicable FM and ASME requirements.
$181.55$214.95
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Engineered by Apollo, the 15115B180 is a Valve 3/8" 180PSI Air Relief BRS. Typical applications span plumbing, commercial mechanical systems, and oil and gas environments. Apollo Valves is recognized globally for engineering products that meet strict performance standards. This product meets relevant NSF and FM standards.
$181.55$214.95
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The 15115B200 from Apollo is a Valve 3/8" 200PSI Air Relief BRS. This product serves professionals across fire protection, industrial processing, and marine sectors. Apollo Valves is recognized globally for engineering products that meet strict performance standards.
$181.55$214.95
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Part number 15115B20 from Apollo is a Valve 3/8" 20PSI Air Relief BRS. This product serves professionals across HVAC, plumbing, and industrial processing sectors. The 15115B20 reflects Apollo's long-standing reputation for quality and innovation.
$181.55$214.95
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The Apollo 15115B20Q is a Valve 3/8" 20PSI Air Relief BRS. It is commonly found in oil and gas, HVAC, and fire protection applications. Apollo Valves is recognized globally for engineering products that meet strict performance standards.
$233.69$276.69
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The 15115B218 from Apollo is a Valve 3/8" 218PSI Air Relief BRS. This product serves professionals across plumbing, commercial mechanical systems, and fire protection sectors. The 15115B218 reflects Apollo's long-standing reputation for quality and innovation. It is designed to comply with applicable NSF and ASME requirements.
$181.55$214.95
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The Apollo Valves 15115B220 is a Valve 3/8" 220PSI Air Relief BRS. Typical applications span commercial mechanical systems, fire protection, and oil and gas environments. The 15115B220 reflects Apollo's long-standing reputation for quality and innovation. This product meets relevant UL and NSF standards.
$181.55$214.95
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Part number 15118B75 from Apollo is a Valve 3/4" 75PSI Air Relief BRS. It is commonly found in plumbing, industrial processing, and fire protection applications. Backed by Apollo's commitment to quality, the 15118B75 is built to perform under real-world conditions. This product meets relevant ASME and NSF standards.
$210.11$248.77
Available for Purchase
Subject to factory lead times
The 15118B80Q from Apollo is a Brass Valve 3/4" 80 PSI Air Relief. It is commonly found in fire protection, commercial mechanical systems, and marine applications. Apollo Valves is recognized globally for engineering products that meet strict performance standards.
$228.19$270.17
Available for Purchase
Subject to factory lead times
Engineered by Apollo, the 15118B90 is a Valve 3/4" 90 PSI Air Relief BRS. It is commonly found in industrial processing, plumbing, and HVAC applications. Apollo products are trusted by engineers and specifiers worldwide. This product meets relevant UL and FM standards.
$210.11$248.77
Available for Purchase
Subject to factory lead times
The Apollo Valves 15115B100 is a Valve 3/8" 100PSI Air Relief BRS. It is commonly found in commercial mechanical systems, fire protection, and oil and gas applications. As a leader in valves and flow control, Apollo manufactures every component to exacting standards.
$181.55$214.95
Available for Purchase
Subject to factory lead times
The Apollo 15115B100Q is a Valve 3/8" 100PSI Air Relief BRS. Typical applications span fire protection, commercial mechanical systems, and HVAC environments. As a leader in valves and flow control, Apollo manufactures every component to exacting standards. It is designed to comply with applicable ASME and UL requirements.
$233.71$276.71
Available for Purchase
Subject to factory lead times
Engineered by Apollo, the 15115B115 is a Valve 3/8" 115PSI Air Relief BRS. Typical applications span plumbing, industrial processing, and commercial mechanical systems environments. As a leader in valves and flow control, Apollo manufactures every component to exacting standards. It is designed to comply with applicable ASME and FM requirements.
$181.55$214.95
Available for Purchase
Subject to factory lead times
The 15115B120 from Apollo is a Valve 3/8" 120PSI Air Relief BRS. It is commonly found in commercial mechanical systems, oil and gas, and plumbing applications. Backed by Apollo's commitment to quality, the 15115B120 is built to perform under real-world conditions. It is designed to comply with applicable ASME and UL requirements.
$181.55$214.95
Available for Purchase
Subject to factory lead times
The 15115B125 from Apollo is a Valve 3/8" 125PSI Air Relief BRS. It is commonly found in industrial processing, plumbing, and commercial mechanical systems applications. Apollo products are trusted by engineers and specifiers worldwide.
$181.55$214.95
Available for Purchase
Subject to factory lead times
Part number 15115B130 from Apollo is a Valve 3/8" 130PSI Air Relief BRS. Typical applications span HVAC, fire protection, and industrial processing environments. Apollo products are trusted by engineers and specifiers worldwide.
$181.55$214.95
Available for Purchase
Subject to factory lead times
Engineered by Apollo, the 15115B135 is a Valve 3/8" 135PSI Air Relief BRS. This product serves professionals across plumbing, HVAC, and oil and gas sectors. Backed by Apollo's commitment to quality, the 15115B135 is built to perform under real-world conditions. This product meets relevant NSF and UL standards.
$181.55$214.95
Available for Purchase
Subject to factory lead times
The Apollo Valves 15115B145 is a Brass Valve 3/8" 145PSI Air Relief. This product serves professionals across fire protection, marine, and HVAC sectors. Apollo products are trusted by engineers and specifiers worldwide. This product meets relevant ASME and UL standards.
$181.55$214.95
Available for Purchase
Subject to factory lead times
The 15115B150 from Apollo is a Valve 3/8" 150PSI Air Relief BRS. It is commonly found in commercial mechanical systems, industrial processing, and marine applications. Apollo products are trusted by engineers and specifiers worldwide.
$181.55$214.95
Available for Purchase
Subject to factory lead times
The Apollo 15115B152 is a Valve 3/8" 152PSI Air Relief BRS. It is commonly found in HVAC, oil and gas, and industrial processing applications. Backed by Apollo's commitment to quality, the 15115B152 is built to perform under real-world conditions. This product meets relevant ASME and UL standards.
$181.55$214.95
Available for Purchase
Subject to factory lead times
The Apollo Valves 15115B159Q is a Valve 3/8" 159PSI Air Relief BRS. This product serves professionals across fire protection, commercial mechanical systems, and HVAC sectors. Apollo products are trusted by engineers and specifiers worldwide. It is designed to comply with applicable FM and ASME requirements.
$233.71$276.71
Available for Purchase
Subject to factory lead times
The 15115B15 from Apollo is a Valve 3/8" 15PSI Air Relief BRS. Typical applications span oil and gas, plumbing, and commercial mechanical systems environments. Apollo products are trusted by engineers and specifiers worldwide.
$181.55$214.95
Available for Purchase
Subject to factory lead times
The Apollo 15115B160 is a Valve 3/8" 160PSI Air Relief BRS. This product serves professionals across oil and gas, HVAC, and fire protection sectors. Apollo Valves is recognized globally for engineering products that meet strict performance standards.
$181.55$214.95
Available for Purchase
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The 15115B165 from Apollo is a Brass Valve 3/8" 165PSI Air Relief. Typical applications span oil and gas, fire protection, and industrial processing environments. Apollo products are trusted by engineers and specifiers worldwide.
$181.55$214.95
Available for Purchase
Subject to factory lead times
Part number 15115B175 from Apollo is a Valve 3/8" 175PSI Air Relief BRS. It is commonly found in commercial mechanical systems, HVAC, and plumbing applications. Apollo Valves is recognized globally for engineering products that meet strict performance standards. It is designed to comply with applicable FM and ASME requirements.
$181.55$214.95
Available for Purchase
Subject to factory lead times
Engineered by Apollo, the 15115B180 is a Valve 3/8" 180PSI Air Relief BRS. Typical applications span plumbing, commercial mechanical systems, and oil and gas environments. Apollo Valves is recognized globally for engineering products that meet strict performance standards. This product meets relevant NSF and FM standards.
$181.55$214.95
Available for Purchase
Subject to factory lead times
The 15115B200 from Apollo is a Valve 3/8" 200PSI Air Relief BRS. This product serves professionals across fire protection, industrial processing, and marine sectors. Apollo Valves is recognized globally for engineering products that meet strict performance standards.
$181.55$214.95
Available for Purchase
Subject to factory lead times
Part number 15115B20 from Apollo is a Valve 3/8" 20PSI Air Relief BRS. This product serves professionals across HVAC, plumbing, and industrial processing sectors. The 15115B20 reflects Apollo's long-standing reputation for quality and innovation.
$181.55$214.95
Available for Purchase
Subject to factory lead times
The Apollo 15115B20Q is a Valve 3/8" 20PSI Air Relief BRS. It is commonly found in oil and gas, HVAC, and fire protection applications. Apollo Valves is recognized globally for engineering products that meet strict performance standards.
$233.69$276.69
Available for Purchase
Subject to factory lead times
The 15115B218 from Apollo is a Valve 3/8" 218PSI Air Relief BRS. This product serves professionals across plumbing, commercial mechanical systems, and fire protection sectors. The 15115B218 reflects Apollo's long-standing reputation for quality and innovation. It is designed to comply with applicable NSF and ASME requirements.
$181.55$214.95
Available for Purchase
Subject to factory lead times
The Apollo Valves 15115B220 is a Valve 3/8" 220PSI Air Relief BRS. Typical applications span commercial mechanical systems, fire protection, and oil and gas environments. The 15115B220 reflects Apollo's long-standing reputation for quality and innovation. This product meets relevant UL and NSF standards.
$181.55$214.95
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- A relief valve (also called a safety relief valve or pressure relief valve) is a self-actuated valve that automatically opens to release fluid when the system pressure exceeds a preset limit, protecting pressure vessels, boilers, piping systems, and other pressurized equipment from dangerous overpressure conditions that could cause catastrophic failure, equipment damage, or injury to personnel. When system pressure rises to the valve's set pressure, the force of the pressure acting on the valve's disc or poppet overcomes the spring force holding it closed, and the valve opens to vent fluid (steam, air, gas, or liquid) until the pressure drops back to a safe level. Relief valves are required by ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code, OSHA regulations, insurance requirements, and local building codes on virtually all pressurized equipment. Centro carries Apollo ASME Section I and Section VIII certified safety relief valves in bronze construction with brass or stainless steel trim, available with PFA and metal seat styles, in sizes from 1/2 inch to 2-1/2 inches, with set pressures from 5 to 300 PSIG.
- A vacuum breaker is a valve that automatically opens to admit air into a piping system when the internal pressure drops below atmospheric pressure (a vacuum condition). Vacuum conditions in piping systems can cause several problems: collapse of thin-walled tanks, vessels, or piping that are not designed to withstand external (atmospheric) pressure; back-siphonage of contaminated fluid into potable water supply systems; damage to pumps, heat exchangers, and other equipment when vacuum causes cavitation or implosion; and inability to drain tanks or vessels that become vacuum-locked. Vacuum breakers are installed at high points in piping systems, on tanks and vessels, and on water supply lines upstream of equipment that could create a back-siphon condition. When the internal pressure drops below atmospheric pressure, the vacuum breaker opens and allows air to enter the system, breaking the vacuum and preventing the problems listed above. When pressure returns to normal (positive), the vacuum breaker closes to prevent air from continuing to enter and to prevent fluid from leaking out.
- While the terms are often used interchangeably in general conversation, there are technical differences defined by ASME codes. A safety valve is designed for compressible fluid service (steam, air, gases) and opens rapidly (pops) to full lift when the set pressure is reached. The rapid opening characteristic is necessary because compressible fluids expand enormously in volume when pressure is released, so the valve must open fully and quickly to handle the large volume of gas discharge needed to relieve the overpressure. A relief valve is designed for incompressible fluid service (liquids) and opens gradually in proportion to the overpressure above the set point. Liquids do not expand significantly when released, so a gradual opening is sufficient and desirable to avoid system instability. A safety relief valve combines both characteristics — it can function as a safety valve on compressible fluids (popping open) or as a relief valve on liquids (opening proportionally). The Apollo ASME-certified valves available through Centro are suitable for steam, air, and non-hazardous gas service and carry both Section I (steam boilers) and Section VIII (pressure vessels) capacity certifications.
- ASME (American Society of Mechanical Engineers) Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code requires that relief valves protecting certain equipment must be capacity certified and stamped to indicate compliance. ASME Section I covers steam power boilers — any relief valve protecting a steam boiler must carry the ASME Section I stamp (V stamp) and must have been capacity tested by an ASME-authorized laboratory. ASME Section VIII covers unfired pressure vessels — relief valves protecting process vessels, air receivers, heat exchangers, and similar equipment must carry the ASME Section VIII stamp (UV stamp). These certifications verify that the relief valve has been tested and proven to relieve the rated capacity at its set pressure, ensuring it can adequately protect the equipment. The Apollo safety relief valves available through Centro carry both ASME Section I and Section VIII certified capacities, with set pressures from 5 to 300 PSIG at temperatures from -60°F to 406°F, making them suitable for steam boilers, pressure vessels, piping systems, and similar equipment.
- Selecting a relief valve requires matching several parameters. Set pressure must be at or below the maximum allowable working pressure (MAWP) of the equipment being protected — the valve must open before the equipment reaches its pressure limit. Relieving capacity must be sufficient to handle the worst-case overpressure scenario (such as a failed-open regulator, fire exposure, or thermal expansion). Connection size and type must match the piping. Body and trim materials must be compatible with the process fluid and temperature. The seat material (PFA or metal) depends on the service — PFA provides tighter shutoff at lower pressures while metal seats handle higher temperatures and more aggressive media. For maintenance, relief valves should be tested and recertified on a regular schedule (typically annually for critical applications) to verify they open at the correct set pressure and reseal properly. Look for signs of leakage, corrosion, or buildup on the seat and disc surfaces. Never paint, plug, or obstruct the discharge opening. Never exceed the nameplate set pressure. Keep records of all testing, maintenance, and replacement for compliance with ASME, OSHA, and insurance requirements.