RHEEM 171062 /Protech - Expansion Valve (TXV) w/Bleed Port

Expansion Valve (TXV) w/Bleed Port

This Rheem® Expansion Valve (TXV) w/Bleed Port is 0.5 GPM (2.8 LPM). This Rheem part number 5-P1B2-14. Works with the following Rheem Tankless Water Heaters:

RHEEM's expansion valve (TXV) is designed to fit into the outdoor unit's inlet connection when retrofitting or installing new equipment. Treating the water prevents corrosive effects of hard water, improves performance by ensuring proper flow and temperature control, which helps prolong the service life of both indoor and outdoor equipment. Match with Rheems RTE-32 for a complete system. Features: Replaces the existing large pipe flange, Connects Rheem outdoor coil to plumbing, Upgraded desiccant silica gel housing with bleed port, Replace cup seal with new O-Ring.

When ordering this item, use this part number: 171062. This expansion valve is a ready to install TXV, with a bleed off port and swaged inlet connection. This model is a vertical flow, two-port design that measures 1 5/16" in diameter and 3 13/16" deep. It operates at a maximum temperature of 250 degress F and maintains an operational temperature range of 40-250 degrees F. The maximum charge pressure is 175 psi, the minimum charge pressure is 0 psi, and the pressure range for continuous service is 0-175 psi. When ordering multiple items or if you

This part is a genuine Rheem expansion valve tube with pressure bleed port, which ensures that gas flow is cut off to an appliance when the main gas supply line is shut off. This TXV should be replaced if it has any damage such as a hole or wear mark. This part is intended for use with all models of Rheem, Ruud and Pilot gas heating equipment

Easy to install and adjust, Rheem's TXV heating and cooling systems save energy by precisely matching electric heat load to water heater or chiller conditions. Expansion valves (TXV) have a bypass when the system is off; use a low-bleed model to prevent pressure drop in the system when the pump is running.

Get your water heating back under control with this Rheem 171062 expansion valve. Designed to ensure steady hot water circulation throughout your home, it features a bleed port for controlled purging and more even temperature distribution. Easy to install, this product comes backed by a warranty from the manufacturer.

The low flow TXV models are the most common valve used on central air conditioning systems in homes today. They are normally paired with copper tube coils and aluminum air handler heat exchangers.