Scald protection devices are a must in homes with young children, the elderly and physically challenged individuals - but are recommended for every home and may even be code in some areas. While caution is always first and foremost with regards to scald prevention, scald protection devices can help to maintain safer water temperatures.

Anti-Scald Mixing Valve (by Legend)

According to the manufacturer, this valve maintains a constant water temperature, preventing scalding water from reaching end-point devices in domestic water installations. There are three adjustable (100°, 110°, 120° F) settings on this unit, which automatically regulates domestic water temperatures at fixtures by combining both hot and cold water and by reducing hot water flow if the cold water is shut off.

	Scald protection Saves energy by controlling hot water demand Constant water temperature A.S.S.E. 1017 tested and certified Five-year mfr. guarantee when properly installed Accuracy within +/- 1° Max working pressure 225psi Max temp inlet 180°
Model #T40 - 3/4" inlets/outlets = $104.79

The manufacturer specifies that installation and maintenance should only be performed by a qualified plumber, and they recommend an in-line filter such as a wye-strainer installed before this valve.

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1/2" Tempera Automatic Pressure Compensating Valve by Precision Plumbing Products (PPP) Pressure compensating valve TRB-2 = $89.59 The Tempera valve is a highly sensitive pressure balancing valve that holds a selected water temperature to within one degree regardless of incoming pressure changes. It responds within milliseconds to pressure loss on either hot or cold sides. It is normally installed between the hot and cold supplies and a shower valve. Tempera valves may be installed in any position or at any angle. When installing a Tempera valve, be sure to leave a way to access the valve if maintenance is required. Note: The TRB-2 valve is not compatible with the Moen Chateau series single control mixing valves. To see more pictures of the Tempera and a typical installation, click here

Order 5 or more (all at one time) of these PPP pressure balancing valves and receive 5% discount
Order 20 or more of these TRB-2 pressure balancing valves and receive a 10% discount instead

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Fact Sheet
What you should know about hot water injuries:
The Scalding Truth

Hot water scalds account for 20% of all burns. More than 2,000 American children are treated for scalds each year. Scalding accidents occur most frequently in the bathrooms and kitchens where they are most preventable. Scalding leads to additional injuries such as heart attacks, shock, falls, and serious broken bones, particularly among the elderly. Scalding and other burns require the most expensive treatments: long hospital stays, costly skin grafts, and plastic surgery. Most U.S. states now mandate some form of anti-scald measures in building codes. The International Association of Plumbing and Mechanical Officials have amended the Uniform Plumbing Code to require anti-scald protection. A bathroom sink and shower can be fitted with anti-scald protective devices for very little money. Given current technology, hot water injuries can be virtually eliminated in the house.

ALL brands of man-made mechanical devices WILL (eventually) fail. The scald protection devices offered below are all mechanical devices, and therefore, it's best to design your hot water systems to not rely on these (or any) devices as your first defense against scalding.