Intatec has launched the K Type Ball Valve, which it calls an installer-focused evolution of the traditional valve designed for all insulated pipework.
K Type replaces the exposed lever found on standard setups with a fixed seal, operated using an Inta adjustment key or a standard 6mm Allen key, enabling the ball valve to be fully insulated without affecting its operation. To operate the valve, users can remove the protective cap, use the key (sold separately) to open or close the valve, and replace the cap.
By removing the external lever, Intatec says it has made it easier than ever to fully insulate around the valve body. Installers need to leave the coloured cap accessible through the insulation, protecting the system while retaining full functionality.
The valve is available in compression sizes from 15 to 35mm, with red and blue caps supplied as standard.
Darran Bougourd, Managing Director at Intatec, said: “The K Type Ball Valve has been designed with installers in mind. We’ve listened to feedback about traditional lever ball valves getting in the way of insulation and servicing. With the K Type, everything an installer needs for heat pump installations is now available from Inta – helping projects run efficiently and safely.”
K Type features a solid brass construction, with ISO threads, a PN25 pressure rating, and a working temperature range from -10°C to 90°C. A dust cover is also supplied to keep the adjuster protected when not in use.
The company says the design makes the K Type anti-vandal, anti-tamper, and child-proof – suited for use across estates, public buildings, and other settings where security and safety are paramount.
