Check valve source

[2poor2reef]

I need a clear pvc flapper type check valve for a return line that will be run intermittently on a timer. I'm not depending on it to totally stop backflow, just most of it so that I don't have to refill the entire stack each time. Does anyone have a good source? I know about Savko but are there any other sources that might be less expensive?

[ July 16, 2001: Message edited by: 2poor2reef ]

 

[Anonymous]

Aquatic Ecosystems has lots of Check Valves

[ July 16, 2001: Message edited by: ATLANTIS ]

 

[2poor2reef]

Thanks guys. Aquatic Ecosystems fits the bill.

 

[jdeets]

I'm not sure what you mean by "flapper-type," whether you mean spring-check or wye-check. I use a wye check valve on my return--works like a charm. You can get them from champion lighting. They aren't cheap, though. I believe the 3/4" size is about $32.

BTW, I bought one of these locally at a PVC specialty warehouse and paid about $28, so champion's price isn't out of line.