Graco 15A968 Carbide Seat Foot Valve

The Graco 15A968 Carbide Seat Foot Valve provides a durable, wear-resistant sealing surface for foot valves, ensuring proper suction and preventing reverse flow.

Carbide construction for long-lasting wear resistance
Maintains precise sealing in high-pressure systems
OEM-compatible for direct replacement
Reduces maintenance frequency and extends system life

$34.5

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Description

Graco 15A968 Carbide Seat Foot Valve – Product Overview

Compatible Systems

System / Model Type	Description
Graco Displacement & Foot Valve Assemblies	Systems where foot valves control suction or fluid entry under high‑pressure conditions
Graco High‑Pressure Pump Modules	Fluid handling systems that benefit from carbide seating for wear resistance and long life
Graco Repair & Maintenance Kits	Replacement seat for foot valve assemblies where corrosion, wear or leakage have occurred

Product Description

The Graco 15A968 Carbide Seat Foot Valve is a premium‑grade internal valve seat designed for foot valve assemblies that handle demanding fluid conditions, chemical exposure, or abrasive media. This carbide‑seat version offers exceptional durability, minimal wear, and extended service life when compared to standard seats.

Precision‑machined from carbide material, the seat delivers superior resistance to erosion, impact and cyclic loading. In foot valve applications it supports optimal sealing at the inlet point, prevents reverse flow, and ensures consistent system priming and pump protection. Ideal for heavy‑duty usage, the 15A968 enhances reliability where regular seats would degrade prematurely.

Key Features

Carbide‑machined seat for exceptional wear and abrasion resistance
Designed for high‑duty foot valve usage in harsh conditions
Maintains precise sealing even after thousands of cycles
OEM compatibility for direct replacement within Graco foot valve assemblies
Enhances system life span and reduces maintenance frequency

Technical Specifications

Part Number	15A968
Component Type	Carbide Seat for Foot Valve
Use Case	Replacement seat within foot valve assemblies to support seal integrity and pump suction performance
Material	Solid carbide (wear‑resistant alloy)
Function	Provides the sealing surface for the foot valve ball or disc and resists erosion and leakage over long service life
Serviceability	Designed for replacement during foot valve rebuilds or maintenance intervals

Installation & Maintenance Tips

Ensure system pressure is relieved and equipment is safe before servicing the foot valve assembly.
Remove the old seat and inspect the valve body for any damage, wear or corrosion before installing the 15A968.
Place the carbide seat properly, ensuring flush fit and correct orientation; avoid damaging the carbide surface with tools.
When reassembling the valve, check the mating ball/disc and sealing surfaces for scores or damage – replace if necessary to avoid premature failure.
After installation, cycle the pump or system under controlled conditions to verify no leakage occurs and the foot valve priming works correctly.

Frequently Asked Questions

It serves as the wear‑resistant sealing surface inside a foot valve assembly, enabling proper suction, preventing reverse fluid flow, and maintaining system integrity under tough conditions.

Replace it when visible wear, erosion or cracks appear on the seat surface, if leakage is detected around the foot valve, or as part of scheduled maintenance in heavy‑duty applications.

Installation is straightforward for experienced maintenance personnel: depressurize the system, remove the old seat, clean and inspect the valve body, press in the new carbide seat carefully, and verify foot valve operation before full service.