Rain Bird BF-VALVE lock quick ball valve to ¾-inch M - lock fitting for 16 mm tubing

Ball valve for 16 mm irrigation tubing

The Rain Bird BF-VALVE is a manual ball valve featuring a Lock connection for 16 mm irrigation tubing and a ¾" male thread on the opposite side. It allows suitable drip or distribution tubing to be connected directly to an irrigation component with a compatible ¾" female thread while also providing manual control of the water flow.

This makes the BF-VALVE particularly useful in drip and micro-irrigation systems where individual lines or sections need to be manually isolated. The combination of a shutoff valve, tubing connection and male thread integrates several functions into one compact fitting.

16 mm lock fitting to ¾" male thread

On the tubing side, the BF-VALVE features a Lock connection designed for suitable irrigation tubing with a 16 mm outside diameter. The opposite side has a ¾" male thread for connection to a compatible component with a ¾" female thread.

This makes the valve useful as a transition between 16 mm distribution tubing and other components within a drip irrigation system. At the same time, the integrated ball valve provides manual control over the water flow.

Manually control the water flow

The integrated ball valve allows the connected irrigation line to be manually opened or shut off. This is useful when a particular irrigation area is temporarily not required or when maintenance and extension work needs to be carried out.

The BF-VALVE can also be used where individual sections of an irrigation system need independent manual control. It is a manually operated valve and does not replace an electrically or battery-operated solenoid valve.

For dripline and distribution tubing

The Lock connection is designed for suitable tubing with a 16 mm outside diameter. The BF-VALVE can therefore be used with dripline as well as blank and distribution tubing, including applications within Rain Bird XF Dripline systems.

Typical applications include drip irrigation for planting beds, hedges, shrubs, rows of plants and other landscaped areas. The ¾" male thread also makes it easy to combine a 16 mm irrigation line with compatible threaded components.

Useful for maintenance and extensions

A manual ball valve can simplify maintenance and modifications to an irrigation system. If a connected section is temporarily not required, the water supply can be shut off directly at the BF-VALVE.

The combination of Lock connection, ball valve and threaded outlet is also useful when building modular drip irrigation systems. It allows 16 mm tubing to be connected to components with a ¾" female thread while adding a convenient manual shutoff point.

Technical data

• Manufacturer: Rain Bird
• Model: BF-VALVE / BF-valve-lock
• Series: Lock Type
• Product type: Manual ball valve / shutoff valve
• Tubing connection: Lock fitting
• Tubing size: 16 mm outside diameter
• Threaded connection: ¾" male thread
• Configuration: 16 mm x ball valve x ¾" male thread
• Manual open and shutoff function
• Suitable for dripline
• Suitable for blank and distribution tubing
• Suitable for Rain Bird XF Dripline applications
• For drip and micro-irrigation systems
• Material: Polyethylene
• Direct transition from 16 mm tubing to ¾" male thread

Frequently asked questions about the BF-VALVE

What connections does the Rain Bird BF-VALVE have?

The BF-VALVE has a Lock connection for suitable 16 mm irrigation tubing on one side and a ¾" male thread on the other.

What is the integrated ball valve used for?

The ball valve allows the water flow to be manually opened or completely shut off, making it possible to isolate individual sections of a drip irrigation system.

What tubing size fits the BF-VALVE?

The Lock connection is designed for suitable drip and distribution tubing with a 16 mm outside diameter.

Is the BF-VALVE an automatic valve?

No. The BF-VALVE is a manually operated ball valve. It is opened and closed by hand and does not replace an electrically or battery-operated solenoid valve.

What is the difference between the BF-VALVE and BF-92?

The BF-VALVE combines a 16 mm Lock connection with a ¾" male thread. The BF-92 has connections for 16 mm tubing on both sides and is installed directly between two tubing sections.

When should I use the BF-VALVE?

The BF-VALVE is particularly useful when you need to transition from 16 mm irrigation tubing to a ¾" threaded connection while also adding a manual shutoff point.