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  • Mar 15, 2010, 08:51 AM
    sininer
    1/4 turn or 3/4 turn shut off valves
    Is there any difference in water pressure with a 1/4 turn valve or a 2 1/2 turn valve
  • Mar 15, 2010, 10:10 AM
    smoothy

    Shouldn't be... but if anything you would have slightly better flow through a 1/4 turn. As the path is more direct.
  • Mar 15, 2010, 10:49 AM
    Milo Dolezal

    I agree with the previous post: there should no difference in pressure and not so noticeable difference in water flow when both valves are fully open.
  • Mar 15, 2010, 05:09 PM
    mygirlsdad77

    1/4 turn are less restricting(volume wise), but either will work just fine in most cases. I prefer the 1/4 turn(ball type valve) over the numerous turn(glove valve type), as they tend to last longer.
  • Mar 15, 2010, 05:11 PM
    afaroo

    I agree with all experts above, Thanks.

    John

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