Test and Drain Valves New York: UL Listed Inspector Test Valves, Main Drain Valves and Test-Drain-Alarm Manifolds for NYC Sprinkler Projects
ValveAtlas supplies UL Listed and FM Approved test and drain valves, inspector’s test connections, main drain valves and test/drain/alarm manifold assemblies to fire protection contractors, sprinkler subcontractors and ITM service companies across New York City, Manhattan, Brooklyn, Queens, Bronx, Staten Island, Long Island and New Jersey metro. Toronto HQ warehouse, 2-day truck freight, FDNY-accepted UL/FM dual-listed valves, and NYC DOB submittals.
This page is the technical reference for NYC specifying engineers, ITM contractors and sprinkler installers selecting test and drain valves for wet pipe, dry pipe, pre-action and deluge sprinkler systems governed by the NYC Building Code, FDNY Technical Memorandum, NFPA 13, NFPA 25 and NYC FDNY Rule 3 RCNY.
Test and drain valve range for NYC projects
| Type | SKU | End connection | Pressure class | Listings | Sizes | Typical NYC application |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Test and drain combo valve | UVT-TD-300 | NPT threaded | 300 psi CWP | UL 258, FM Class 1625 | 1″ to 2″ | Inspector test and main drain on Manhattan, Brooklyn, Queens high-rise |
| Test and drain 500 psi | UVT-TD-500 | NPT threaded | 500 psi CWP | UL 258, FM | 1″ to 2″ | Supertall Zone 2/Zone 3 high-pressure sprinkler systems |
| Inspector’s test connection | UVT-IT-075 | 3/4″ NPT | 300 psi CWP | UL/FM | 3/4″ orifice | Remote end-of-line inspector test on NYC sprinkler zone |
| Main drain valve | UVT-MD-200 | 2″ NPT | 300 psi CWP | UL/FM | 2″ | Main drain on NYC wet alarm valve trim |
| Test/drain/alarm manifold | UVT-TDM | NPT per size | 300 psi CWP | UL/FM | 1″ and 2″ | Factory-assembled manifold for NYC sprinkler riser base |
Why NYC contractors choose ValveAtlas
FDNY Technical Memorandum acceptance. Every UVT-series valve is UL 258 Listed and FM Class 1625 Approved, meeting FDNY acceptance criteria. UL certificate and FM certificate provided with every shipment for FDNY final inspection and ITM certification.
Supertall Zone 2/Zone 3 500 psi option. UVT-TD-500 configuration is rated 500 psi CWP for supertall Zone 2 and Zone 3 sprinkler systems exceeding 300 psi working pressure. Same UL 258 and FM Class 1625 listing preserved for Manhattan supertall projects.
Factory-calibrated sight glass with K-factor marking. UVT-TD-300 combo valve ships with sight glass orifice factory-calibrated and marked for sprinkler K-factor, meeting FDNY R.3 inspector test requirements without field engineering.
NFPA 25 Rule 3 RCNY compliance package. ValveAtlas provides FDNY Rule 3 RCNY compliance documentation with every shipment, supporting NYC ITM service companies on annual FDNY certification of high-rise sprinkler systems.
Code and listing acceptance for NYC
NYC Building Code. The NYC Building Code adopts NFPA 13 with NYC amendments. It requires UL/FM listed test and drain valves on all automatic wet pipe sprinkler installations and specifies inspector’s test connection and main drain per NFPA 13.
FDNY Rule 3 RCNY and FDNY Technical Memorandum. FDNY requires manufacturer’s certification of UL/FM listing for every sprinkler riser component. UVT-TD-300 and UVT-TDM are accepted under FDNY Technical Memorandum; UL and FM certificates provided for every shipment.
NFPA 25 FDNY annual certification. FDNY requires annual inspector’s test and quarterly main drain tests. UVT-TD-300 supports all NFPA 25 wet pipe and valve procedures; FDNY C of F (Certificate of Fitness) inspectors accept factory-calibrated sight glass for test verification.
NYC public-sector projects. NYC public building and school construction projects standardize on UL/FM listed test and drain manifold assemblies. UVT-TDM manifold acceptance on public building bid packages.
Approved-equal submittals
Where a specification names a specific manufacturer, we prepare an approved-equal submittal package (listing certificates, dimensional drawings and material data) for review by the engineer of record and the authority having jurisdiction.
NYC-specific delivery logistics
Manhattan high-rise projects. Hudson Yards and other Manhattan supertall and high-rise towers — bulk UVT-TDM orders palletized for elevator hoist to sprinkler equipment floors. Narrow-street Manhattan unloading coordinated with building logistics.
Brooklyn and Queens. Long Island City, Downtown Brooklyn, Williamsburg, Greenpoint, Flushing — direct truck freight via Queens-Midtown Tunnel or Ed Koch Queensboro Bridge.
Bronx, Staten Island, New Jersey. Bronx commercial, Staten Island industrial, Jersey City, Hoboken, Newark metro — direct truck freight via Cross Bronx, Goethals or Holland/Lincoln Tunnels.
Long Island. Nassau, Suffolk commercial and industrial — next-day delivery from NYC metro hub warehousing.
Related products for complete NYC sprinkler riser package
Wet alarm valves. UVW-1511-300 UL/FM wet alarm with integral trim. See Wet Alarm Valves New York.
Butterfly valves. UVB-G310 grooved butterfly with integral tamper. See Butterfly Valves New York.
Gate valves. UV0199 OS&Y flanged gate for NYC riser bases. See Gate Valves.
Check valves. UL/FM swing check for FDC trim and fire pump discharge. See Check Valves.
Grooved couplings. UV11 rigid and UV14 flexible couplings. See Coupling Fittings New York.
Frequently asked questions (NYC)
Is UVT-TD-300 accepted by FDNY? Yes. UVT-series test and drain valves are UL 258 Listed and FM Class 1625 Approved, meeting FDNY acceptance criteria per FDNY Technical Memorandum. UL and FM certificates provided for every shipment.
Does UVT-TD-300 support FDNY Rule 3 RCNY? Yes. UVT-TD-300 combo valve with factory-calibrated sight glass supports FDNY Rule 3 RCNY annual inspector’s test requirement; FDNY C of F inspectors accept sight glass flow verification.
Is there a 500 psi supertall option? Yes. UVT-TD-500 is rated 500 psi CWP for Manhattan supertall Zone 2/Zone 3 sprinkler systems. Same UL 258 and FM Class 1625 listings preserved.
What is delivery time to NYC? 2-day truck freight from Toronto HQ to NYC metro. Same-day local NYC delivery on emergency replacements via dedicated ground freight partners.
Contact ValveAtlas for NYC test and drain valve quotation
For test and drain valve quotations, approved-equal submittals for FDNY approval, or NYC DOB / FDNY Rule 3 RCNY compliance packages on Manhattan, Brooklyn, Queens, Bronx, Staten Island, Long Island or NJ metro projects, email the project specification and drawings to info@valve-atlas.com or use the contact form. Standard turnaround is 48 hours.