Mako 5-Valve Backflow Test Kit – The Improved ‘Ready to Test’ Bundle
Mako 5-Valve Backflow Test Kit – The Improved ‘Ready to Test’ Bundle
Original price was: £2,399.00.£1,999.00Current price is: £1,999.00. + VAT
Limited Time only introductory offer with the launch of CWU Backflow website!
The Mako 5-Valve Backflow Test Kit ‘Ready to Test’ Bundle is your perfect solution to immersing yourself in digital backflow testing. Your testing processes will become more efficient, time-effective and provide accurate values at the press of a button.
First Class – Next Day Delivery
The ‘Ready to Test’ Bundle of the Mako 5-Valve Backflow Test Kit comes with all the necessary equipment to get you up and running if you need a full set of the appropriate tools.
The Mako 5-Valve Backflow Test Kit is a revolutionary, digital tool to complete backflow testing to exceptional safety and accurate standards. The simplicity and ease of usage of the Mako 5-Valve Backflow Test Kit are fundamental standards that boast it as an advanced device that transforms backflow testing.
With increased reliance over traditional, analogue devices, digital testing kits provide detailed results faster and easier, with the ability to digitally send values via reports in an instant.
With the ‘Ready to Test’ Bundle, you will receive:
Mako 5-Valve Backflow Test Kit, with potable water hoses, bleed tubes and a soft cover case.
1x UKAS certificate of calibration to the AIM Issue 3 specification.
- Tool Bag
- Set of 9 quick connect test fittings in hard anodised aluminium, (1/4″ swivel, 1/2″ straight, 3/4″ straight) with a carry case and spare O-rings and lubricant
- Small ball valve handle wrench
- Wide ball valve handle wrench
- Brass bleed valve
- Test cock cleaning plunger to break up sediment prior to testing
- Backflow Port Cleaner
- Heavy duty universal missing handle stem wrench
- Test cock replacement removal tool
- 1/4″ SAE flare cap for test cocks
- 1/4″ NPT plastic plugs for missing caps
- 1/2″ NPT plastic plugs for missing caps
- 3/4″ NPT plastic plugs for missing caps
- Blue lightweight chemical-resistant gloves
- 1m clear hose
| Weight | 1.9 kg (without batteries) |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 9 × 7.25 × 2.5 in |
| Power Source | Battery Powered |
| Ingress Protection | IP57 |
| Maximum Working Temperature | (temperature of the water being measured) 60°C |
| Maximum Working Pressure | (inlet pressure into the backflow prevention assembly being tested) 175 psi (1206 kPa) |
| Normal Operating Temperature |
18°C to 28°C |
| Storage Temperature | 20°C to 60°C, 0 to 80% RH with battery removed from meter (batteries tend to degrade from temperature and humidity changes and when outside normal operating environments) |
| Auto-power off | 30 minutes |
| Response time | 1 second for the main display and 1/30 second for the rate of change graph. |
First, the test kit connects to the backflow prevention device (RPZ valve) through the quick test fittings. The ports and adapters allow the test kit to be connected to the RPZ valve without removing it from the backflow system.
The Mako 5-Valve Backflow Test Kit then conducts digital backflow testing, creating any measurements and values that you require. Whether it’s the function of the valve or the pressure chambers, the test kit is thorough and accurate in its measurements.
The technician can then view the results and act appropriately. With just a click of a button, the values can then be stored digitally and viewed on your device.
Only UK Distributor
As an Arbiter approved distributor, Cherwell Water Utilities are providing you with exclusive access to the Mako 5-Valve Backflow Test Kit. Being the only UK distributor, take this opportunity to improve your backflow testing procedures with increased safety and efficient data recording.
Technical Specifications
For more information on the Mako 5-Valve Backflow Test Kit including technical specifications, diagrams and functions, download the Operator’s Manual to learn of the additional specifications and information that the test kit offers.
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Why Choose the ‘Ready to Test’ Bundle?
The ‘Ready to Test’ Bundle contains a magnitude of features that will revitalise your backflow testing by using revolutionary technology. With the bundle containing the equipment that you’ll need to get started with digital backflow testing, there’s a whole host of features that will transform your backflow testing processes.
Capture Button
Instead of taking time to write down values with constant interruptions, the capture button on the Mako 5-Valve Backflow Test Kit stores the readings during a test, meaning that no data will be lost if you need to take a step away. Gone are the days of scruffy handwriting and your mobile phone pulling you away from a reading.
Simple Placement
Whatever situation you find yourself completing your backflow testing in, the test kit features a handy swivel hook that eliminates the need for fiddly rope and difficulty with keeping the meter in a convenient position. Being able to hang the test kit up easily, you can carry out your backflow testing whilst easily being able to easily view the values on the display.
Easy Visibility Backlit Display
Whether you have poor light conditions or are being flooded by harsh sunlight, the backlit display improves your visibility to monitor readings in any lighting conditions. With less time guessing and reaching for a torch, your values are easily understood from a quick glance.
Wholesome Flexible Hoses
Whatever situation you find yourself completing your backflow testing in, the test kit features a handy swivel hook that eliminates the need for fiddly rope and difficulty with keeping the meter in a convenient position. Being able to hang the test kit up easily, you can carry out your backflow testing whilst easily being able to easily view the values on the display.
Accuracy of Readings
The Mako 5-Valve Backflow Test Kit is accurate to ±1 kPa within a calibrated range that meets the RPZ AIM Checklist requirements. With faster response times than its analogue counterparts, you’ll receive quicker results on more stable readings.
Easy to Handle
The test kit is designed with the job in mind. With rubber grips making the Mako 5-Valve Backflow Test Kit easy to hold, its ergonomic design thinks about comfort and ease of use.
Certificate of Calibration
The Mako 5-Valve Backflow Test Kit has received UKAS Calibration, justifying its incredible functionality, transforming backflow testing processes. With ±1 kPA Accuracy, view our Certificate of Calibration here.
Do You Need Training?
If you need assistance with using your Mako 5-Valve Backflow Test Kit, we offer full training services to simply teach you how to get the most out of your digital test kit.
With the Mako 5-Valve Backflow Test Kit being designed with simple use in mind, backflow testing has never been more convenient. We have training videos and a mobile unit ready to visit you, giving you hands-on tutorials to quickly pick up the functions of the unit.
With a vast range of technicians appreciating how efficient and simple the digital meter has made backflow testing, the accuracy and instant reporting is a vast improvement on dated alternatives.
At Cherwell Water Utilities, our professional, accredited team have delivered high quality training across the industry. Our extensive experience in water industry training allows us to deliver Mako 5-Valve Backflow Test Kit assistance in convenient and understandable sessions.
If training on the Mako 5-Valve Backflow Test Kit is something that you’d be interested in, we can accommodate your choice of time and place, allowing you to take advantage of your test kit.
Further Resources
Instructions
Understand the instructions on how to use the Mako 5-Valve Backflow Test Kit.
AIM Document
Read the AIM-08-01 Issue 3 Document to understand the regulations for RPZ Valve installation, commissioning and testing.
Testing Suitability
View further information on the suitability criteria for RPZ Test Equipment.