Magic Plastics 1.5" Slip Ball Valve (0250-15) invensys A kit like this is

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Magic Plastics 1.5" Slip Ball Valve (0250-15) invensys A kit like this isA ball valve helps provide manual shutoff and flow control in a compatible plumbing system, and this Magic Plastics version features a 1. 5 inch slip connection using the 0250 15 reference. Ball valves are useful because they allow a section of plumbing to be isolated for service or controlled during normal operation. This part has practical value because the slip connection style helps preserve the intended plumbing fit in supported installations. A