Akron Brass Company
Portable By-Pass Eductor - 95 GPM, 1.5" Inlet, 1.5" Outlet
SKU#: BL032
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The Akron Brass 3097 Portable By-Pass Eductor is a portable foam eductor designed to let operators change from water to foam without shutting down, using a built-in by-pass chamber and an easy-to-read metering dial adjustable from 0% to 6%.
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Features
- Built-in by-pass chamber: Allows the operator to change from water to foam without shutting down.
- Metering dial (0%–6%): Large, easy-to-read, removable dial with settings between 0% and 6%, including detents at 0.25%, 0.5%, 1%, 3%, and 6%.
- Rated flow: Rated to 95 GPM (360 LPM) at 200 psi (14 bar) inlet pressure.
- Nozzle compatibility: Works effectively with nozzles rated from 50 to 100 psi (3 to 7 bar).
- Connection options: 1.5" (38 mm) or 2.5" (65 mm) swivel inlet x 1.5" (38 mm) male outlet connection.
- Construction: Brass construction with chrome trim.
- Handle positions: 8 quick-change handle positions with a Swing-Out Valve handle.
- Optional plumbing connections: Optional pipe thread connections available for truck plumbing.
- Warranty: 5-year warranty.
What is it?
The Akron Brass 3097 is a portable by-pass foam eductor that proportionally mixes foam concentrate into the water stream. It includes a built-in by-pass chamber and a metering dial so the operator can select the desired foam percentage between 0% and 6%.
How is it used?
- Connect the eductor inline with the hose lay using the appropriate inlet size (1.5" or 2.5") and the 1.5" male outlet connection.
- Set the metering dial to the desired foam percentage (0%–6%).
- Operate at the rated inlet pressure (200 psi / 14 bar) for the listed performance rating.
- Use with compatible nozzles rated 50–100 psi (3–7 bar) to work effectively.
- Use the by-pass function to switch from water to foam without shutting down operations.
Who uses it?
This portable by-pass eductor is intended for First Responders, including firefighters and emergency response teams, who need a portable method to apply foam solution during response operations.
What is it used with?
- Fire hose lines where an inline eductor can be installed
- Nozzles rated from 50 to 100 psi (3 to 7 bar)
- Foam concentrate supply (for proportioning via the metering dial)
- Apparatus plumbing when using the optional pipe thread connections for truck plumbing (optional)
What material is it made from?
- Material: Brass construction with chrome trim
Maintenance information
- Metering dial care: The metering dial is removable; keep it clean and readable so percentage settings remain easy to confirm.
- General handling: Inspect connection points and moving handle components for smooth operation and secure engagement.
- After-use care: Rinse/clean after foam use as part of standard operational practice to keep components functioning properly.
What’s Included?
- Akron Brass 3097 Portable By-Pass Eductor (portable unit with built-in by-pass chamber and removable metering dial)
- Manufacturer: Akron Brass
- Type: Portable By-Pass Eductor
- Flow Rating: 95 GPM (360 LPM)
- Inlet Pressure Rating: 200 psi (14 bar)
- Nozzle Rating Compatibility: 50–100 psi (3–7 bar)
- Metering Range: 0%–6%
- Metering Detents: 0.25%, 0.5%, 1%, 3%, 6%
- Connections: 1.5" (38 mm) or 2.5" (65 mm) swivel inlet x 1.5" (38 mm) male outlet
- Handle: Swing-Out Valve handle with 8 quick-change handle positions
- Construction: Brass with chrome trim
- Optional Configuration: Optional pipe thread connections for truck plumbing
- Warranty: 5-year warranty
- Model: 3097