Control the flow of potable water with the 1 in. ProPress bronze/brass ball valve featuring a press and Female connection. The lead-free valve features a 316 stainless-steel ball, EPDM sealing elements, and a double stem seal. Press connections make installing this ball valve quick and efficient. Unlike traditional pipe fittings, there's no need for calibration, flame or heavy equipment. Instead, Viega ProPress bronze ball valves install in just 4 easy steps: cut the copper tube to length, remove any burrs and surface imperfections, measure and mark the fitting insertion depth, and use a press tool to connect the Viega ProPress zero-lead ball valve for a secure connection. Smart Connect technology identifies unpressed connections during pressure testing to ensure proper connections the first time and eliminate callbacks. Approved to the most codes and standards of any other press fitting system (IPC, UPC and NSF included), and with more than 400 different fitting configurations to suit virtually any type of plumbing or HVAC job, Viega ProPress ball valves are the top choice of professionals around the globe".