Watts/RMC Model 288A
Atmospheric Vacuum Breaker Device (AVB)
Sizes DN6 to DN80
Hazard Rating Low
Must be registered No
Standard AS2845.1
Testable No
Back-siphonage only Yes

Testing & Maintenance requirements No testing required
Check regulatory Authority requirement
Pressure & Temperature   Working Pressure: 1400kPa
  Test Pressure: 2000kPa
  Maximum Working Temperature: 80ºC
Specific Installation Requirements
To be located at least DN150 above the highest downstream outlet
No isolating valves to be fitted downstream of device
Under normal circumstances, not to remain under continuous pressure for more that 12 hours
To be vented to atmosphere at all times
Not to be subject to flooding


Size Approx Dimensions (mm) Approx Weight (g)
A B C
DN6 43 27 31 168
DN10 43 27 31 168
DN15 50 31 37 224
DN20 57 40 48 500
DN25 73 43 54 800
DN32 73 46 54 365
DN40 92 56 64 1600
DN50 105 65 73 2350
DN65 162 80 110 7250
DN80 162 86 117 7800