Rule 1 covers multiple fixture branch lines which do not exceed

20 feet length.

Sizing and Placement

Series 15M2

Explanation - Fixture unit sizing and selection table is used to

select the required PDI unit (water hammer arrestor).

Water
Hammer Arrestor

For Commercial/Residential Systems

Riser

Up to 20'
Rule 1

Typical Branch Line

As shown above, it has been established that the preferred location
for the water hammer arrestor is at the end of the branch line between
the last two fixtures served.
The location of the water hammer arrestor shown above applies to
branch lines that do not exceed 20 feet in length, from the start of the
horizontal branch line to the last fixture supply on this branch line.
When the branch line exceeds the 20 foot length, an additional water
hammer arrestor should be used. This practice is best defined by two
rules which have been established to cover the placement of water
hammer arrestors.

Features
NPT solid hex brass adapter or solder end connection
for easy installation
Approved for installation with no access panel required
May be installed in new or existing plumbing systems with
a standard pipe tee vertically, horizontally or at any angle
PDI Listed (PDI WH201)
Maintenance free unit piston is the only moving part
Air pre-load is 60 psi (4.2 bar)
Factory air charged and permanently sealed

15M2

Pre-charged
Air Chamber
Permanently
Sealed from
Water System

Operating Pressure: Designed to operate on all domestic and

commercial lines @150psi (10.6 bar) working pressure.

Materials
Bodies: Copper tubing
Pistons: Polypropylene
O-Ring: EPDM
Adapter: Brass

NPT Brass
Adapter
for Easy
Installation

Standards
Listed by IAPMO, ASSE 1010 approved, ANSI A112.261M
approved, PDI WH201 approved and certified.

Dimensions Weight
DIMENSIONS

WEIGHT (lbs.)

Selection for Long Piping Runs

Sizing Table

The majority of sizing and selection applications will involve single and
multiple fixture branch lines. These are easily handled with the sizing
and selection table. The remainder of the applications involve individual runs of piping to a remote item of equipment. The properly sized
water hammer arrestor for such applications can be determined by
the tables below.

For Water Pressures up to 65psi

All sizing data in this section is based on flow velocities of 10 fps or

less. The certification testing was conducted with a velocity of 10 fps
to offer assurance that PDI approved units were capable of handling
shock of maximum intensity that may be encountered.

2"
4"
1"
1"
1"
1"

25'
50'
75'
100'
125'
150'

mm

in.

15M2-A
15M2-B
15M2-C
15M2-D
15M2-E
15M2-F

118
138
158
218
218
258

28.5
34.9
41.3
54.0
54.0
66.7

51516
8916
81316
91516
121116
11532

150.9
218.0
223.5
252.5
322.5
283.5

0.5
0.9
1.3
2.0
2.3
2.7

0.2
0.4
0.6
0.9
1.1
1.2

15M2-AS
15M2-BS
15M2-CS
15M2-DS
15M2-ES
15M2-FS

118
118
138
218
218
218

210.0
254.0
317.5
280.0
343.0
406.5

814
10
1212
11
1312
16

28.5
28.5
34.9
54.0
54.0
54.0

0.44
0.54
0.92
1.63
1.98
2.32

0.2
0.2
0.4
0.7
0.9
1.1

mm

Water Hammer Arrestor

2"

A
A
B
C
C
D

4"

1"

114"

112"

2"

A
B
C
D
D
E

B
C
D
E
F
F

C
D
AE
F
AF
DF

D
E
F
CF
EF
FF

E
F
EF
FF
EFF
FFF

Water Hammer Arrestors

Over 65 psi and up to 85psi

LENGTH OF PIPE (ft)

NOMINAL PIPE DIAMETER - IN.

1

of Pipe

25'
50'
75'
100'
125'
150'

in.

NOMINAL PIPE DIAMETER - IN.

1

2"

B
B
C
D
D
E

4"

1"

114"

112"

2"

B
C
D
E
E
F

C
D
E
F
CF
CF

D
E
F
CF
DF
FF

E
F
CF
EF
FF
DFF

F
CF
FF
EFF
BFFF
FFFF

Sizing and Selection Table

Shock

SIZE
(DN)

Quick
Closure
Valve
in.

Long Run of Piping

Outlet

Solder
1

LENGTH OF PIPE (ft)

When long runs of piping are employed to serve a remote item of

equipment, the water hammer arrestor should be located as close as
possible to the point of quick closure. At this location, the water hammer arrestor will control the developed energy and prevent the shock
wave from surging through the piping system. A typical example of
placement is as shown.

(kgs.)

Threaded

2"
3
4"
1"
1"
1"
1"

Over 20'

Rule 2

Ideally, the flow pressure in branch lines serving fixtures should never
exceed 55psi. Pressure reducing valves should be installed to maintain
proper pressure. When flow pressures are 65 to 85psi the next size
water hammer arrestor should be selected. Refer to sizing table for
water pressure over 65psi.

Temperature Range: 33F to 180F (0.5C to 82C).

Explanation - Fixture unit sizing and selection table is used to

select the required PDI unit (water hammer arrestor). The sum of
the fixture unit rating of units X and Y shall be equal to or greater
than the demand of the branches.

15M2S

Pressure Temperature

SIZE (DN)

Rule 2 covers multiple fixture branch lines which exceed 20 feet

in length.

A Watts Water Technologies Company

F-WHA 1050

/2"
/4"
1"
1"
1"
1"

MODEL

mm

Threaded

15
20
25
25
25
25

15M2-A
15M2-B
15M2-C
15M2-D
15M2-E
15M2-F

ORDER
CODE

MODEL

ORDER
CODE

CROSS
FIXTURE
UNITS

REF. PDI
STANDARD

0750150
0750151
0750152
0750153
0750154
0750155

1-11
12-32
33-60
61-113
114-154
155-330

A
B
C
D
E
F

Solder

0750140
0750141
0750142
0750143
0750144
0750145

15M2-AS
15M2-BS
15M2-CS
15M2-DS
15M2-ES
15M2-FS

USA: No. Andover, MA Tel. (978) 688-1811 Fax: (978) 794-1848 www.watts.com
Canada: Burlington, ONT. Tel. (905) 332-4090 Fax: (905) 332-7068 www.wattscanada.ca

2010 Watts

watts.com

What is
Water Hammer?

Series 05

Series 150A

For Light Commercial/Residential Systems

For Residential Systems Only

Model 05H-M1
4" (20mm) Hose Type
specially designed for
in-line use with
washing machines

4" 05-QC

Dishwashers, clothes washers, fast closing positive shutoff

valves incorporated in the system, all contribute to creating
water shock which is not only annoying but damaging to
pipes and appliances. Watts Water Hammer Arrestors
incorporate a permanent pre-charged sealed air chamber to
absorb the shock. The sealed chamber prevents the loss of
air to the water and ensures long and trouble-free life. All
potential leak points are permanently sealed.

he noise from banging pipes is caused by shocks of

high speed water flowing in the piping system when
a fixture is suddenly closed. Sudden stoppage of the
water (a non-compressible liquid) flowing at a given pressure and velocity causes a surge or spike of pressure and
is called water hammer. When this occurs a pressure wave
travels back through the piping until it finds a point of relief.

Features

Features

8" 05-C

Economical and effective single fixture protection

against water pressure shock

Pre-charged air chamber

May be installed in concealed locations without access

panels

Rechargeable

Sealed in diaphragm
Stainless steel chamber construction

Factory air charged and not rechargeable

May be installed in new or existing plumbing systems
vertically, horizontally or at any angle
5

Sizing and Placement

The fixture unit valve shown in the cold and hot water columns of Table A below are utilized in the sizing of water hammer arrestors.
Once the total number of fixture units has been calculated for the hot and cold water branch lines serving a group of fixtures, this number can
be applied to the sizing and selection Table B below to determine the appropriate size water hammer arrestor for the hot and cold branch lines.

Table B Series 15M2 Sizing and Selection

Table A Fixture Units Sizing Information

SIZE (DN)

WEIGHT IN FIXTURE-UNITS
TYPE OF SUPPLY
FIXTURE

Water Closet 1.66 PF

Water Closet 1.66 PF
Pedestal Urinal 1.06 PF
Stall or Wall Urinal
Stall or Wall Urinal
Lavatory
Bathtub
Shower Head
Bathroom Group
Bathroom Group
Separate Shower
Service Sink
Laundry Tubs (1-3)
Combination Fixture

CONTROL

Flush Valve
Flush Tank
Flush Valve
Flush Valve 1.06 PF
Flush Tank 1.06 PF
Faucet
Faucet
Mixing Valve
Flush Valve Closet
Flush Tank Closet
Mixing Valve
Faucet
Faucet
Faucet

PUBLIC
TOTAL C.W.

8
5
4
4
2
2
4
4

8
5
4
4
2
112
2
2

PRIVATE
H.W.

112
3
3

TOTAL C.W.

5
2.5

1
2
2
8
6
2

3
3

5
2.5

1
112
1
8
6
1

3
3

H.W.

1
112
2
3
3
2

3
3

CROSS FIXTURE UNITS

In.

mm

15
20
25
32
40
50

2
3
4
1
114
112
2

1-11
12-32
33-60
61-113
114-154
155-330

REF. PDI STANDARD

A
B
C
D
E
F

8" 05-CXT

Pressure & Temperature

Operating Pressure: Designed especially for use in light
commercial or residential applications on lines up to 150psi
(10.6 bar) working pressure.

8" 05-PEX-T

Temperature Range: 33F to 180F (0.5C-82C)

05-C For compression installation on 2" CTS new or retrofit

Temperature Range: 33F to 180F (0.5C - 82C)

05-QC Arrestor offered with Quick-Connect Tee

Air Preload: 60psi (4.2 bar)

05H-M1 For inline use with washing machines

Standards

05-C-T For either 14" icemaker or 38" lav supply tube installation

Dimensions - Weight

in

05
05
05-CPVC
05-H
05H-M1
05-S
05-S
05-C

8
1
2
1
2
3
4
3
4
1
2
3
4
5
8

MODEL

05-PEX-T For either 8" or 2" inline PEX installation

For complete list of models, send for ES-05.

Straight Models
SIZE (DN)

Models

05-CXT For direct installation on supply stop either between stub out
and stop or between stop and supply tube
3

MODEL

Maximum Shock Pressure: 200psi (13.8 bar)

Certified to ASSE 1010 and listed by IAPMO.

CONNECTION TYPE

DIMENSION

mm

in.

10
15
15
20
20
15
20
16

NPT
NPT
CPVC
Hose
Hose
Sweat
Sweat
OD Comp.

1 4
114
118
2
3316
1
1
114

MODEL

SIZE (DN)

CONNECTION TYPE

IPC-International Plumbing Code

609.10 Water Hammer. All building water supply systems in which

quick-acting valves are installed shall be provided with devices to
absorb the hammer caused by high pressures resulting from the
quick closing of these valves. These pressure-absorbing devices
shall be approved mechanical devices. Water pressure-absorbing
devices shall be installed as close as possible to quick-acting valves.

604.9 Water Hammer. The flow velocity of the water distribution

system shall be controlled to reduce the possibility of water hammer. A water hammer arrestor shall be installed where quick-closing
valves are utilized. Water hammer arrestors shall be installed in
accordance with the manufacturer's specifications. Water hammer
arrestors shall conform to ASSE 1010.

05-C-T
05-C-T
05-CXT
05-CXT
05-PEX-T
05-PEX-T
05-QC
05-QC

in

mm

8
10
10
16
10
15
15
20

4
3
8
3
8
5
8
3
8
1
2
1
2
3
4

OD Comp.
OD Comp.
OD Comp. x Reverse Comp. Nut
OD Comp. x Reverse Comp. Nut
PEX
PEX
Quick-Connect
Quick-Connect

SIZE
in.

150A
Water Hammer Arrestor Only
150A-HA Water Hammer Arrestor and Fitting
150HA
Fitting Only

2"
4"
3
4"
3

CONNECTION TYPE

mm

15
20
20

NPT
Hose
Hose

WEIGHT

mm

in.

mm

lbs.

kgs.

32
32
29
50
81
25
25
32

133
140
118
162
170
140
124
143

0.34
0.36
0.10
0.48
0.60
0.30
0.08
0.40

0.15
0.16
0.05
0.20
0.27
0.14
0.04
0.18

5 4
512
41116
638
61116
512
478
558

DIMENSION
A

UPC-Uniform Plumbing Code

DESCRIPTION

Dimensions
NOMINAL

Pipe
Size
in.
mm

WEIGHT
1

15

20

25

114

32

in.

mm

in.

mm

lbs.

kgs.

234
3
21316
3116
214
214
358
3332

70
77
72
78
58
58
93
104

41316
41316
41316
41316
41116
41116
738
934

122
122
122
122
119
119
187
247

0.17
0.17
0.17
0.18
0.12
0.12
0.4
0.57

0.07
0.07
0.07
0.08
0.05
0.05
0.18
0.26

150A-HA

Tee Models

2006 Plumbing Code Requirements

150A

Maximum Velocity: 10 fps (.93 mps)

05 For NPT threaded applications

For additional information, send for ES-15M2.

Models

Operating Pressure: Designed for residential/domestic

water systems on lines up to 150psi (10.6 bar) working
pressure.

LENGTH
Pipe
Up to
ft.
m

50
75
100
25
50
75
25
50
75
25

15.2
22.9
30.5
7.6
15.2
22.9
7.6
15.2
22.9
7.6

FLOW PRESSURE - PSI

psi
30

bar
2.11

150A
150A
150A
150A
150A
150A
150A
2-150A
2-150A
2-150A

psi
40

bar
2.81

psi
50

bar
3.52

2-150A

2-150A

For additional information, send for ES-150A.

and Number of 150A valves to install

psi
bar
psi
bar
60
4.22
70
4.92

2-150A

2-150A

psi
80

bar
5.62

psi
90

bar
6.33

2-150A

2-150A

psi bar
100 7.03

What is
Water Hammer?

Series 05

Series 150A

For Light Commercial/Residential Systems

For Residential Systems Only

Model 05H-M1
4" (20mm) Hose Type
specially designed for
in-line use with
washing machines

4" 05-QC

Dishwashers, clothes washers, fast closing positive shutoff

valves incorporated in the system, all contribute to creating
water shock which is not only annoying but damaging to
pipes and appliances. Watts Water Hammer Arrestors
incorporate a permanent pre-charged sealed air chamber to
absorb the shock. The sealed chamber prevents the loss of
air to the water and ensures long and trouble-free life. All
potential leak points are permanently sealed.

he noise from banging pipes is caused by shocks of

high speed water flowing in the piping system when
a fixture is suddenly closed. Sudden stoppage of the
water (a non-compressible liquid) flowing at a given pressure and velocity causes a surge or spike of pressure and
is called water hammer. When this occurs a pressure wave
travels back through the piping until it finds a point of relief.

Features

Features

8" 05-C

Economical and effective single fixture protection

against water pressure shock

Pre-charged air chamber

May be installed in concealed locations without access

panels

Rechargeable

Sealed in diaphragm
Stainless steel chamber construction

Factory air charged and not rechargeable

May be installed in new or existing plumbing systems
vertically, horizontally or at any angle
5

Sizing and Placement

The fixture unit valve shown in the cold and hot water columns of Table A below are utilized in the sizing of water hammer arrestors.
Once the total number of fixture units has been calculated for the hot and cold water branch lines serving a group of fixtures, this number can
be applied to the sizing and selection Table B below to determine the appropriate size water hammer arrestor for the hot and cold branch lines.

Table B Series 15M2 Sizing and Selection

Table A Fixture Units Sizing Information

SIZE (DN)

WEIGHT IN FIXTURE-UNITS
TYPE OF SUPPLY
FIXTURE

Water Closet 1.66 PF

Water Closet 1.66 PF
Pedestal Urinal 1.06 PF
Stall or Wall Urinal
Stall or Wall Urinal
Lavatory
Bathtub
Shower Head
Bathroom Group
Bathroom Group
Separate Shower
Service Sink
Laundry Tubs (1-3)
Combination Fixture

CONTROL

Flush Valve
Flush Tank
Flush Valve
Flush Valve 1.06 PF
Flush Tank 1.06 PF
Faucet
Faucet
Mixing Valve
Flush Valve Closet
Flush Tank Closet
Mixing Valve
Faucet
Faucet
Faucet

PUBLIC
TOTAL C.W.

8
5
4
4
2
2
4
4

8
5
4
4
2
112
2
2

PRIVATE
H.W.

112
3
3

TOTAL C.W.

5
2.5

1
2
2
8
6
2

3
3

5
2.5

1
112
1
8
6
1

3
3

H.W.

1
112
2
3
3
2

3
3

CROSS FIXTURE UNITS

In.

mm

15
20
25
32
40
50

2
3
4
1
114
112
2

1-11
12-32
33-60
61-113
114-154
155-330

REF. PDI STANDARD

A
B
C
D
E
F

8" 05-CXT

Pressure & Temperature

Operating Pressure: Designed especially for use in light
commercial or residential applications on lines up to 150psi
(10.6 bar) working pressure.

8" 05-PEX-T

Temperature Range: 33F to 180F (0.5C-82C)

05-C For compression installation on 2" CTS new or retrofit

Temperature Range: 33F to 180F (0.5C - 82C)

05-QC Arrestor offered with Quick-Connect Tee

Air Preload: 60psi (4.2 bar)

05H-M1 For inline use with washing machines

Standards

05-C-T For either 14" icemaker or 38" lav supply tube installation

Dimensions - Weight

in

05
05
05-CPVC
05-H
05H-M1
05-S
05-S
05-C

8
1
2
1
2
3
4
3
4
1
2
3
4
5
8

MODEL

05-PEX-T For either 8" or 2" inline PEX installation

For complete list of models, send for ES-05.

Straight Models
SIZE (DN)

Models

05-CXT For direct installation on supply stop either between stub out
and stop or between stop and supply tube
3

MODEL

Maximum Shock Pressure: 200psi (13.8 bar)

Certified to ASSE 1010 and listed by IAPMO.

CONNECTION TYPE

DIMENSION

mm

in.

10
15
15
20
20
15
20
16

NPT
NPT
CPVC
Hose
Hose
Sweat
Sweat
OD Comp.

1 4
114
118
2
3316
1
1
114

MODEL

SIZE (DN)

CONNECTION TYPE

IPC-International Plumbing Code

609.10 Water Hammer. All building water supply systems in which

quick-acting valves are installed shall be provided with devices to
absorb the hammer caused by high pressures resulting from the
quick closing of these valves. These pressure-absorbing devices
shall be approved mechanical devices. Water pressure-absorbing
devices shall be installed as close as possible to quick-acting valves.

604.9 Water Hammer. The flow velocity of the water distribution

system shall be controlled to reduce the possibility of water hammer. A water hammer arrestor shall be installed where quick-closing
valves are utilized. Water hammer arrestors shall be installed in
accordance with the manufacturer's specifications. Water hammer
arrestors shall conform to ASSE 1010.

05-C-T
05-C-T
05-CXT
05-CXT
05-PEX-T
05-PEX-T
05-QC
05-QC

in

mm

8
10
10
16
10
15
15
20

4
3
8
3
8
5
8
3
8
1
2
1
2
3
4

OD Comp.
OD Comp.
OD Comp. x Reverse Comp. Nut
OD Comp. x Reverse Comp. Nut
PEX
PEX
Quick-Connect
Quick-Connect

SIZE
in.

150A
Water Hammer Arrestor Only
150A-HA Water Hammer Arrestor and Fitting
150HA
Fitting Only

2"
4"
3
4"
3

CONNECTION TYPE

mm

15
20
20

NPT
Hose
Hose

WEIGHT

mm

in.

mm

lbs.

kgs.

32
32
29
50
81
25
25
32

133
140
118
162
170
140
124
143

0.34
0.36
0.10
0.48
0.60
0.30
0.08
0.40

0.15
0.16
0.05
0.20
0.27
0.14
0.04
0.18

5 4
512
41116
638
61116
512
478
558

DIMENSION
A

UPC-Uniform Plumbing Code

DESCRIPTION

Dimensions
NOMINAL

Pipe
Size
in.
mm

WEIGHT
1

15

20

25

114

32

in.

mm

in.

mm

lbs.

kgs.

234
3
21316
3116
214
214
358
3332

70
77
72
78
58
58
93
104

41316
41316
41316
41316
41116
41116
738
934

122
122
122
122
119
119
187
247

0.17
0.17
0.17
0.18
0.12
0.12
0.4
0.57

0.07
0.07
0.07
0.08
0.05
0.05
0.18
0.26

150A-HA

Tee Models

2006 Plumbing Code Requirements

150A

Maximum Velocity: 10 fps (.93 mps)

05 For NPT threaded applications

For additional information, send for ES-15M2.

Models

Operating Pressure: Designed for residential/domestic

water systems on lines up to 150psi (10.6 bar) working
pressure.

LENGTH
Pipe
Up to
ft.
m

50
75
100
25
50
75
25
50
75
25

15.2
22.9
30.5
7.6
15.2
22.9
7.6
15.2
22.9
7.6

FLOW PRESSURE - PSI

psi
30

bar
2.11

150A
150A
150A
150A
150A
150A
150A
2-150A
2-150A
2-150A

psi
40

bar
2.81

psi
50

bar
3.52

2-150A

2-150A

For additional information, send for ES-150A.

and Number of 150A valves to install

psi
bar
psi
bar
60
4.22
70
4.92

2-150A

2-150A

psi
80

bar
5.62

psi
90

bar
6.33

2-150A

2-150A

psi bar
100 7.03

What is
Water Hammer?

Series 05

Series 150A

For Light Commercial/Residential Systems

For Residential Systems Only

Model 05H-M1
4" (20mm) Hose Type
specially designed for
in-line use with
washing machines

4" 05-QC

Dishwashers, clothes washers, fast closing positive shutoff

valves incorporated in the system, all contribute to creating
water shock which is not only annoying but damaging to
pipes and appliances. Watts Water Hammer Arrestors
incorporate a permanent pre-charged sealed air chamber to
absorb the shock. The sealed chamber prevents the loss of
air to the water and ensures long and trouble-free life. All
potential leak points are permanently sealed.

he noise from banging pipes is caused by shocks of

high speed water flowing in the piping system when
a fixture is suddenly closed. Sudden stoppage of the
water (a non-compressible liquid) flowing at a given pressure and velocity causes a surge or spike of pressure and
is called water hammer. When this occurs a pressure wave
travels back through the piping until it finds a point of relief.

Features

Features

8" 05-C

Economical and effective single fixture protection

against water pressure shock

Pre-charged air chamber

May be installed in concealed locations without access

panels

Rechargeable

Sealed in diaphragm
Stainless steel chamber construction

Factory air charged and not rechargeable

May be installed in new or existing plumbing systems
vertically, horizontally or at any angle
5

Sizing and Placement

The fixture unit valve shown in the cold and hot water columns of Table A below are utilized in the sizing of water hammer arrestors.
Once the total number of fixture units has been calculated for the hot and cold water branch lines serving a group of fixtures, this number can
be applied to the sizing and selection Table B below to determine the appropriate size water hammer arrestor for the hot and cold branch lines.

Table B Series 15M2 Sizing and Selection

Table A Fixture Units Sizing Information

SIZE (DN)

WEIGHT IN FIXTURE-UNITS
TYPE OF SUPPLY
FIXTURE

Water Closet 1.66 PF

Water Closet 1.66 PF
Pedestal Urinal 1.06 PF
Stall or Wall Urinal
Stall or Wall Urinal
Lavatory
Bathtub
Shower Head
Bathroom Group
Bathroom Group
Separate Shower
Service Sink
Laundry Tubs (1-3)
Combination Fixture

CONTROL

Flush Valve
Flush Tank
Flush Valve
Flush Valve 1.06 PF
Flush Tank 1.06 PF
Faucet
Faucet
Mixing Valve
Flush Valve Closet
Flush Tank Closet
Mixing Valve
Faucet
Faucet
Faucet

PUBLIC
TOTAL C.W.

8
5
4
4
2
2
4
4

8
5
4
4
2
112
2
2

PRIVATE
H.W.

112
3
3

TOTAL C.W.

5
2.5

1
2
2
8
6
2

3
3

5
2.5

1
112
1
8
6
1

3
3

H.W.

1
112
2
3
3
2

3
3

CROSS FIXTURE UNITS

In.

mm

15
20
25
32
40
50

2
3
4
1
114
112
2

1-11
12-32
33-60
61-113
114-154
155-330

REF. PDI STANDARD

A
B
C
D
E
F

8" 05-CXT

Pressure & Temperature

Operating Pressure: Designed especially for use in light
commercial or residential applications on lines up to 150psi
(10.6 bar) working pressure.

8" 05-PEX-T

Temperature Range: 33F to 180F (0.5C-82C)

05-C For compression installation on 2" CTS new or retrofit

Temperature Range: 33F to 180F (0.5C - 82C)

05-QC Arrestor offered with Quick-Connect Tee

Air Preload: 60psi (4.2 bar)

05H-M1 For inline use with washing machines

Standards

05-C-T For either 14" icemaker or 38" lav supply tube installation

Dimensions - Weight

in

05
05
05-CPVC
05-H
05H-M1
05-S
05-S
05-C

8
1
2
1
2
3
4
3
4
1
2
3
4
5
8

MODEL

05-PEX-T For either 8" or 2" inline PEX installation

For complete list of models, send for ES-05.

Straight Models
SIZE (DN)

Models

05-CXT For direct installation on supply stop either between stub out
and stop or between stop and supply tube
3

MODEL

Maximum Shock Pressure: 200psi (13.8 bar)

Certified to ASSE 1010 and listed by IAPMO.

CONNECTION TYPE

DIMENSION

mm

in.

10
15
15
20
20
15
20
16

NPT
NPT
CPVC
Hose
Hose
Sweat
Sweat
OD Comp.

1 4
114
118
2
3316
1
1
114

MODEL

SIZE (DN)

CONNECTION TYPE

IPC-International Plumbing Code

609.10 Water Hammer. All building water supply systems in which

quick-acting valves are installed shall be provided with devices to
absorb the hammer caused by high pressures resulting from the
quick closing of these valves. These pressure-absorbing devices
shall be approved mechanical devices. Water pressure-absorbing
devices shall be installed as close as possible to quick-acting valves.

604.9 Water Hammer. The flow velocity of the water distribution

system shall be controlled to reduce the possibility of water hammer. A water hammer arrestor shall be installed where quick-closing
valves are utilized. Water hammer arrestors shall be installed in
accordance with the manufacturer's specifications. Water hammer
arrestors shall conform to ASSE 1010.

05-C-T
05-C-T
05-CXT
05-CXT
05-PEX-T
05-PEX-T
05-QC
05-QC

in

mm

8
10
10
16
10
15
15
20

4
3
8
3
8
5
8
3
8
1
2
1
2
3
4

OD Comp.
OD Comp.
OD Comp. x Reverse Comp. Nut
OD Comp. x Reverse Comp. Nut
PEX
PEX
Quick-Connect
Quick-Connect

SIZE
in.

150A
Water Hammer Arrestor Only
150A-HA Water Hammer Arrestor and Fitting
150HA
Fitting Only

2"
4"
3
4"
3

CONNECTION TYPE

mm

15
20
20

NPT
Hose
Hose

WEIGHT

mm

in.

mm

lbs.

kgs.

32
32
29
50
81
25
25
32

133
140
118
162
170
140
124
143

0.34
0.36
0.10
0.48
0.60
0.30
0.08
0.40

0.15
0.16
0.05
0.20
0.27
0.14
0.04
0.18

5 4
512
41116
638
61116
512
478
558

DIMENSION
A

UPC-Uniform Plumbing Code

DESCRIPTION

Dimensions
NOMINAL

Pipe
Size
in.
mm

WEIGHT
1

15

20

25

114

32

in.

mm

in.

mm

lbs.

kgs.

234
3
21316
3116
214
214
358
3332

70
77
72
78
58
58
93
104

41316
41316
41316
41316
41116
41116
738
934

122
122
122
122
119
119
187
247

0.17
0.17
0.17
0.18
0.12
0.12
0.4
0.57

0.07
0.07
0.07
0.08
0.05
0.05
0.18
0.26

150A-HA

Tee Models

2006 Plumbing Code Requirements

150A

Maximum Velocity: 10 fps (.93 mps)

05 For NPT threaded applications

For additional information, send for ES-15M2.

Models

Operating Pressure: Designed for residential/domestic

water systems on lines up to 150psi (10.6 bar) working
pressure.

LENGTH
Pipe
Up to
ft.
m

50
75
100
25
50
75
25
50
75
25

15.2
22.9
30.5
7.6
15.2
22.9
7.6
15.2
22.9
7.6

FLOW PRESSURE - PSI

psi
30

bar
2.11

150A
150A
150A
150A
150A
150A
150A
2-150A
2-150A
2-150A

psi
40

bar
2.81

psi
50

bar
3.52

2-150A

2-150A

For additional information, send for ES-150A.

and Number of 150A valves to install

psi
bar
psi
bar
60
4.22
70
4.92

2-150A

2-150A

psi
80

bar
5.62

psi
90

bar
6.33

2-150A

2-150A

psi bar
100 7.03

Rule 1 covers multiple fixture branch lines which do not exceed

20 feet length.

Sizing and Placement

Series 15M2

Explanation - Fixture unit sizing and selection table is used to

select the required PDI unit (water hammer arrestor).

Water
Hammer Arrestor

For Commercial/Residential Systems

Riser

Up to 20'
Rule 1

Typical Branch Line

As shown above, it has been established that the preferred location
for the water hammer arrestor is at the end of the branch line between
the last two fixtures served.
The location of the water hammer arrestor shown above applies to
branch lines that do not exceed 20 feet in length, from the start of the
horizontal branch line to the last fixture supply on this branch line.
When the branch line exceeds the 20 foot length, an additional water
hammer arrestor should be used. This practice is best defined by two
rules which have been established to cover the placement of water
hammer arrestors.

Features
NPT solid hex brass adapter or solder end connection
for easy installation
Approved for installation with no access panel required
May be installed in new or existing plumbing systems with
a standard pipe tee vertically, horizontally or at any angle
PDI Listed (PDI WH201)
Maintenance free unit piston is the only moving part
Air pre-load is 60 psi (4.2 bar)
Factory air charged and permanently sealed

15M2

Pre-charged
Air Chamber
Permanently
Sealed from
Water System

Operating Pressure: Designed to operate on all domestic and

commercial lines @150psi (10.6 bar) working pressure.

Materials
Bodies: Copper tubing
Pistons: Polypropylene
O-Ring: EPDM
Adapter: Brass

NPT Brass
Adapter
for Easy
Installation

Standards
Listed by IAPMO, ASSE 1010 approved, ANSI A112.261M
approved, PDI WH201 approved and certified.

Dimensions Weight
DIMENSIONS

WEIGHT (lbs.)

Selection for Long Piping Runs

Sizing Table

The majority of sizing and selection applications will involve single and
multiple fixture branch lines. These are easily handled with the sizing
and selection table. The remainder of the applications involve individual runs of piping to a remote item of equipment. The properly sized
water hammer arrestor for such applications can be determined by
the tables below.

For Water Pressures up to 65psi

All sizing data in this section is based on flow velocities of 10 fps or

less. The certification testing was conducted with a velocity of 10 fps
to offer assurance that PDI approved units were capable of handling
shock of maximum intensity that may be encountered.

2"
4"
1"
1"
1"
1"

25'
50'
75'
100'
125'
150'

mm

in.

15M2-A
15M2-B
15M2-C
15M2-D
15M2-E
15M2-F

118
138
158
218
218
258

28.5
34.9
41.3
54.0
54.0
66.7

51516
8916
81316
91516
121116
11532

150.9
218.0
223.5
252.5
322.5
283.5

0.5
0.9
1.3
2.0
2.3
2.7

0.2
0.4
0.6
0.9
1.1
1.2

15M2-AS
15M2-BS
15M2-CS
15M2-DS
15M2-ES
15M2-FS

118
118
138
218
218
218

210.0
254.0
317.5
280.0
343.0
406.5

814
10
1212
11
1312
16

28.5
28.5
34.9
54.0
54.0
54.0

0.44
0.54
0.92
1.63
1.98
2.32

0.2
0.2
0.4
0.7
0.9
1.1

mm

Water Hammer Arrestor

2"

A
A
B
C
C
D

4"

1"

114"

112"

2"

A
B
C
D
D
E

B
C
D
E
F
F

C
D
AE
F
AF
DF

D
E
F
CF
EF
FF

E
F
EF
FF
EFF
FFF

Water Hammer Arrestors

Over 65 psi and up to 85psi

LENGTH OF PIPE (ft)

NOMINAL PIPE DIAMETER - IN.

1

of Pipe

25'
50'
75'
100'
125'
150'

in.

NOMINAL PIPE DIAMETER - IN.

1

2"

B
B
C
D
D
E

4"

1"

114"

112"

2"

B
C
D
E
E
F

C
D
E
F
CF
CF

D
E
F
CF
DF
FF

E
F
CF
EF
FF
DFF

F
CF
FF
EFF
BFFF
FFFF

Sizing and Selection Table

Shock

SIZE
(DN)

Quick
Closure
Valve
in.

Long Run of Piping

Outlet

Solder
1

LENGTH OF PIPE (ft)

When long runs of piping are employed to serve a remote item of

equipment, the water hammer arrestor should be located as close as
possible to the point of quick closure. At this location, the water hammer arrestor will control the developed energy and prevent the shock
wave from surging through the piping system. A typical example of
placement is as shown.

(kgs.)

Threaded

2"
3
4"
1"
1"
1"
1"

Over 20'

Rule 2

Ideally, the flow pressure in branch lines serving fixtures should never
exceed 55psi. Pressure reducing valves should be installed to maintain
proper pressure. When flow pressures are 65 to 85psi the next size
water hammer arrestor should be selected. Refer to sizing table for
water pressure over 65psi.

Temperature Range: 33F to 180F (0.5C to 82C).

Explanation - Fixture unit sizing and selection table is used to

select the required PDI unit (water hammer arrestor). The sum of
the fixture unit rating of units X and Y shall be equal to or greater
than the demand of the branches.

15M2S

Pressure Temperature

SIZE (DN)

Rule 2 covers multiple fixture branch lines which exceed 20 feet

in length.

A Watts Water Technologies Company

F-WHA 1050

/2"
/4"
1"
1"
1"
1"

MODEL

mm

Threaded

15
20
25
25
25
25

15M2-A
15M2-B
15M2-C
15M2-D
15M2-E
15M2-F

ORDER
CODE

MODEL

ORDER
CODE

CROSS
FIXTURE
UNITS

REF. PDI
STANDARD

0750150
0750151
0750152
0750153
0750154
0750155

1-11
12-32
33-60
61-113
114-154
155-330

A
B
C
D
E
F

Solder

0750140
0750141
0750142
0750143
0750144
0750145

15M2-AS
15M2-BS
15M2-CS
15M2-DS
15M2-ES
15M2-FS

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Rule 1 covers multiple fixture branch lines which do not exceed

20 feet length.

Sizing and Placement

Series 15M2

Explanation - Fixture unit sizing and selection table is used to

select the required PDI unit (water hammer arrestor).

Water
Hammer Arrestor

For Commercial/Residential Systems

Riser

Up to 20'
Rule 1

Typical Branch Line

As shown above, it has been established that the preferred location
for the water hammer arrestor is at the end of the branch line between
the last two fixtures served.
The location of the water hammer arrestor shown above applies to
branch lines that do not exceed 20 feet in length, from the start of the
horizontal branch line to the last fixture supply on this branch line.
When the branch line exceeds the 20 foot length, an additional water
hammer arrestor should be used. This practice is best defined by two
rules which have been established to cover the placement of water
hammer arrestors.

Features
NPT solid hex brass adapter or solder end connection
for easy installation
Approved for installation with no access panel required
May be installed in new or existing plumbing systems with
a standard pipe tee vertically, horizontally or at any angle
PDI Listed (PDI WH201)
Maintenance free unit piston is the only moving part
Air pre-load is 60 psi (4.2 bar)
Factory air charged and permanently sealed

15M2

Pre-charged
Air Chamber
Permanently
Sealed from
Water System

Operating Pressure: Designed to operate on all domestic and

commercial lines @150psi (10.6 bar) working pressure.

Materials
Bodies: Copper tubing
Pistons: Polypropylene
O-Ring: EPDM
Adapter: Brass

NPT Brass
Adapter
for Easy
Installation

Standards
Listed by IAPMO, ASSE 1010 approved, ANSI A112.261M
approved, PDI WH201 approved and certified.

Dimensions Weight
DIMENSIONS

WEIGHT (lbs.)

Selection for Long Piping Runs

Sizing Table

The majority of sizing and selection applications will involve single and
multiple fixture branch lines. These are easily handled with the sizing
and selection table. The remainder of the applications involve individual runs of piping to a remote item of equipment. The properly sized
water hammer arrestor for such applications can be determined by
the tables below.

For Water Pressures up to 65psi

All sizing data in this section is based on flow velocities of 10 fps or

less. The certification testing was conducted with a velocity of 10 fps
to offer assurance that PDI approved units were capable of handling
shock of maximum intensity that may be encountered.

2"
4"
1"
1"
1"
1"

25'
50'
75'
100'
125'
150'

mm

in.

15M2-A
15M2-B
15M2-C
15M2-D
15M2-E
15M2-F

118
138
158
218
218
258

28.5
34.9
41.3
54.0
54.0
66.7

51516
8916
81316
91516
121116
11532

150.9
218.0
223.5
252.5
322.5
283.5

0.5
0.9
1.3
2.0
2.3
2.7

0.2
0.4
0.6
0.9
1.1
1.2

15M2-AS
15M2-BS
15M2-CS
15M2-DS
15M2-ES
15M2-FS

118
118
138
218
218
218

210.0
254.0
317.5
280.0
343.0
406.5

814
10
1212
11
1312
16

28.5
28.5
34.9
54.0
54.0
54.0

0.44
0.54
0.92
1.63
1.98
2.32

0.2
0.2
0.4
0.7
0.9
1.1

mm

Water Hammer Arrestor

2"

A
A
B
C
C
D

4"

1"

114"

112"

2"

A
B
C
D
D
E

B
C
D
E
F
F

C
D
AE
F
AF
DF

D
E
F
CF
EF
FF

E
F
EF
FF
EFF
FFF

Water Hammer Arrestors

Over 65 psi and up to 85psi

LENGTH OF PIPE (ft)

NOMINAL PIPE DIAMETER - IN.

1

of Pipe

25'
50'
75'
100'
125'
150'

in.

NOMINAL PIPE DIAMETER - IN.

1

2"

B
B
C
D
D
E

4"

1"

114"

112"

2"

B
C
D
E
E
F

C
D
E
F
CF
CF

D
E
F
CF
DF
FF

E
F
CF
EF
FF
DFF

F
CF
FF
EFF
BFFF
FFFF

Sizing and Selection Table

Shock

SIZE
(DN)

Quick
Closure
Valve
in.

Long Run of Piping

Outlet

Solder
1

LENGTH OF PIPE (ft)

When long runs of piping are employed to serve a remote item of

equipment, the water hammer arrestor should be located as close as
possible to the point of quick closure. At this location, the water hammer arrestor will control the developed energy and prevent the shock
wave from surging through the piping system. A typical example of
placement is as shown.

(kgs.)

Threaded

2"
3
4"
1"
1"
1"
1"

Over 20'

Rule 2

Ideally, the flow pressure in branch lines serving fixtures should never
exceed 55psi. Pressure reducing valves should be installed to maintain
proper pressure. When flow pressures are 65 to 85psi the next size
water hammer arrestor should be selected. Refer to sizing table for
water pressure over 65psi.

Temperature Range: 33F to 180F (0.5C to 82C).

Explanation - Fixture unit sizing and selection table is used to

select the required PDI unit (water hammer arrestor). The sum of
the fixture unit rating of units X and Y shall be equal to or greater
than the demand of the branches.

15M2S

Pressure Temperature

SIZE (DN)

Rule 2 covers multiple fixture branch lines which exceed 20 feet

in length.

A Watts Water Technologies Company

F-WHA 1050

/2"
/4"
1"
1"
1"
1"

MODEL

mm

Threaded

15
20
25
25
25
25

15M2-A
15M2-B
15M2-C
15M2-D
15M2-E
15M2-F

ORDER
CODE

MODEL

ORDER
CODE

CROSS
FIXTURE
UNITS

REF. PDI
STANDARD

0750150
0750151
0750152
0750153
0750154
0750155

1-11
12-32
33-60
61-113
114-154
155-330

A
B
C
D
E
F

Solder

0750140
0750141
0750142
0750143
0750144
0750145

15M2-AS
15M2-BS
15M2-CS
15M2-DS
15M2-ES
15M2-FS

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Canada: Burlington, ONT. Tel. (905) 332-4090 Fax: (905) 332-7068 www.wattscanada.ca

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