Features & Benefits
This type of 71SO now has replaceable components in the field
What is Segmented?
The number of tube segments included in the 71SO Segmented Drop Tube Assembly
What is 4?
This new tool is required to install the tube joiner and new testable inlet
What is 71SO-SEGTOOL?
This competitor uses seal-all in its installation
Who is Emco?
The expense reduced by having updated smaller packaging
What is Shipping Cost?
The item external to the assembly that actuates the shut-off valve.
What is the float / lever arm?
The range of tank sizes (diameter) the segmented valve can be installed
What is 8ft-12ft?
This OPV utilizes magnets to test valve operation
What is the Franklin Defender?
5 feet
What is the length of the segmented box / tubes?
Once approved by CARB this version will be EVR compliant
What is the 71SO-4SC (Vapor Tight / ‘C’ version)?
The governing body which determines the shutoff capacity
What is the Authority Having Jurisdiction (AHJ)?
Franklin uses this component to be CARB compliant
What is OPW Inlet Tube?
This portion of the tube redirects fuel flow away from the flapper mechanism
What is the “crushed portion”? (Located on Tube Segment 2, T2)
The valve version that cuts time for on-site regulator checks
What is 71SO-4SCT (Testable)?
“-2” is associated with this calculation
What is upper tube length at initial shutoff?
This arbitrary number is used in Emco’s formula to account for mistakes
What is “+1”?
The amount of time the installer must wait before installing the segmented 71SO before installing into a spill bucket
What is zero minutes (tube can be installed immediately)?
The type and concentration of alternative fuel that all non-E85 segmented overfill valves are compatible with.
What is B100?
Upper tube depth inside of the UST must be greater than this number to ensure proper valve shutoff
What is 6-1/2"?
The Franklin Defender OPV is designed with a primary shutoff between this range.
What is 85-92% (flow limited to less than 8 GPM after primary shutoff)?