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PURGEnVENT

PURGEnVENT

Starting in 2016, NFPA 13 requires the addition of one air vent on each wet fire sprinkler system that utilizes metallic pipe to help mitigate internal pipe corrosion due to trapped air. Developed with input from sprinkler fitter contractors and fire protection engineers, the AGF patented PURGEnVENT are UL Listed and FM Approved while being the most compact option on the market. Additionally, PURGEnVENT does not require a drain line, drip pan, or redundant air vents to prevent leaks. AGF offers three automatic air vents, Models 7900AAV, 7930ECA, and 7950ILV and one manual 7910MAV.

Frequently Asked Questions

NFPA 13 (2016)
7.1.5 Air Venting
A single air vent with a connection conforming to 8.16.6 shall be provided on each wet pipe system utilizing metallic pipe.
8.16.6 Air Venting
The vent required by 7.1.5 shall be located near a high point in the system to allow air to be removed from that portion of the system by one of the following methods:
- Manual valve, minimum ½" (15mm) size
- Automatic air vent
- Other approved means
PURGEnVENT

Air Venting Valves

AGF's PURGEnVENT air venting valves release trapped air from wet pipe fire sprinkler systems to help reduce corrosion. Air vents are now required by NFPA 13 (2016) in all wet fire sprinkler systems with metallic pipe. AGF offers a 1/2" manual air vent and a fully automatic air vent with flexible installation options.

Features 7900 Automatic Air Vent by AGF Manufacturing

7900AAV

Connection: Threaded
Automatic:
Size: 1"
7930 Endcap Automatic Air Vent for fire sprinkler systems

7930ECA

Connection: Grooved
Automatic:
Size: 2" - 8"
Endcap:
7950 Inline Automatic Air Vent by AGF Manufacturing

7950ILV

Connection: Grooved
Automatic:
Size: 2" - 8"
AGF 7910 Manual Air Vent for Wet Fire Sprinkler Systems

7910MAV

Connection: Threaded
Size: 1/2"
Connection Threaded Grooved Grooved Threaded
Automatic
Size 1" 2" - 8" 2" - 8" 1/2"
Endcap
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Accessories

Optional collection assemblies with audible or visual notification for moisture expelled by the air venting valve while releasing trapped air.