Apollo Ball Valves

Apollo Ball Valves — Commercial & Industrial Grade

Apollo ball valves are the go-to isolation valve for commercial plumbing, mechanical, and industrial piping systems across North America. Built in the USA, Apollo valves are specified on institutional, industrial, and municipal projects where performance and certification matter. PVFPro stocks the full Apollo ball valve line — bronze, brass, stainless steel, and carbon steel — with same-day shipping on stocked SKUs.

What Makes Apollo Ball Valves Different

Apollo valves are manufactured by Aalberts Integrated Piping Systems, one of the largest valve and fitting manufacturers in the world. The Apollo brand carries a reputation for tight tolerances, consistent quality, and broad certification coverage — including NSF/ANSI 61, NSF/ANSI 372, UL, FM, and ASSE listings depending on the series. Their Made in USA manufacturing gives contractors confidence on public projects subject to Buy American Act (BAA) and Build America Buy America (BABA) requirements.

Apollo Ball Valve Series Guide

70-100 / 70-200 Series — Two-piece bronze, full port, 600 WOG. The industry workhorse for commercial plumbing, HVAC, and potable water systems. FNPT ends. 1/4" – 3".
76-100 / 76F Series — Two-piece stainless steel (CF8M), 1,000 WOG. Ideal for corrosive media, chemical service, and high-pressure applications. FNPT ends. 1/4" – 3".
77-100 / 77W / 77V Series — Two-piece full port bronze and brass with ApolloPress® press-fit ends. Designed for copper press piping systems. No soldering required. 1/2" – 2".
83 / 86 / 87A / 88A Series — Three-piece carbon steel and stainless steel, full port, 1,000 WOG. Flanged and threaded ends. Industrial process, oil and gas, chemical, and high-temperature applications. 1/2" – 12".
89FV Series (PowerPress) — Carbon steel press-fit ball valves for PowerPress® press piping systems. EPDM, HNBR, and FKM seal options. 1/2" – 2".
86V Series (SmartPress) — 316 stainless steel three-piece press-fit ball valves for SmartPress® stainless steel press systems. EPDM, HNBR, and FKM seal options. 1/2" – 2".
90-100 Series — Unibody heavy pattern, 400 WOG, UL listed for fuel gas, inert gas, and LP service. Compact design for tight spaces.

Applications

Commercial plumbing — domestic hot and cold water, chilled water, boiler systems
HVAC and hydronic heating — isolation, balancing, and service valves
Industrial process piping — chemical, steam, compressed air, and gas service
Fire protection — UL/FM listed series for sprinkler system isolation
Institutional projects — hospitals, schools, government buildings (BAA/BABA compliant)
Mechanical rooms — equipment isolation, pump bypass, air handler connections
Potable water systems — NSF/ANSI 61 and 372 certified series for drinking water compliance

How to Choose the Right Apollo Ball Valve

1. Body Material: Bronze/brass for potable water, plumbing, and HVAC. Stainless steel for corrosive media or high-purity applications. Carbon steel for industrial, steam, and gas service.

2. Connection Type: FNPT for threaded pipe. Press-fit (ApolloPress, PowerPress, SmartPress) for no-solder installations. Flanged for larger diameter industrial applications.

3. Pressure Rating: 600 WOG covers most commercial plumbing. 1,000 WOG for industrial or high-pressure service. Verify CWP rating against system operating pressure with safety margin.

4. Certifications: Potable water requires NSF/ANSI 61. Lead-free projects require NSF/ANSI 372 and lead-free body material. Public projects may require BAA/BABA compliance — look for Made in USA designation.

5. Port Size: Full port valves match pipe ID for minimum pressure drop — preferred for most applications. Reduced port is acceptable for isolation-only service.

Frequently Asked Questions

Are Apollo ball valves NSF certified?

Yes. Most Apollo bronze and brass series are NSF/ANSI 61 certified for use in potable water systems. Lead-free models (designated LF or NL) are also NSF/ANSI 372 certified. Check the individual series data sheet to confirm certifications.

What does "Made in USA" mean for Apollo valves?

Apollo manufactures the majority of their commercial valve line at their facility in Pageland, SC. Most series qualify for Buy American Act (BAA) and Build America Buy America (BABA) Act compliance — relevant for federal, state, and municipal projects.

What is the difference between 600 WOG and 1,000 WOG?

WOG stands for Water, Oil, Gas — cold non-shock working pressure rating. 600 WOG is standard for commercial plumbing and HVAC. 1,000 WOG (common in stainless and carbon steel series) is for higher-pressure industrial service. Always verify against actual system operating pressure.

Do you offer contractor or volume pricing?

Yes. Contact us at sales@pvfpro.com for project quotes, contractor pricing, and volume discounts on Apollo ball valves.