{"product_id":"spa-ozone-check-one-way-valve","title":"Spa Ozone Check (One-Way) Valve - for 5-6mm ID Tubing (aka 3\/8\" \u0026 5\/16\")","description":"\u003ch3\u003eSpa Ozone Check Valve – One-Way Valve for 5–6mm ID Ozone Tubing\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOzone-resistant one-way check valve designed to suit common 5–6mm internal-diameter spa ozone tubing, aka 5\/16\", 3\/8\" tubing.\u003c\/strong\u003e Commonly used in spa and hot tub ozone systems fitted with Balboa, CSN, DEL Ozone, Joyonway and similar ozone equipment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis low-pressure \u003cstrong\u003e1\/2 PSI ozone check valve\u003c\/strong\u003e allows ozone gas to flow toward the spa water while helping prevent water from travelling backwards into the ozone generator. A functioning check valve is an important part of protecting the ozonator from water damage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #2b00ff;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePhysically stocked, unlike most drop-shipping websites\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #2b00ff;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShipped from locations in VIC, NSW, WA and QLD\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eImportant Tubing Information\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThese check valves are intentionally a very tight fit.\u003c\/strong\u003e The outside diameter of the barb will be larger than the tubing’s internal diameter so the tubing stretches over the barb and forms a secure, ozone-resistant seal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGently warming the end of the tubing will soften it and make installation easier. Do not overheat or burn the tubing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOlder ozone hose commonly becomes hard, brittle or slightly shrunken with age. Ozone can degrade the tubing material, and can cause plasticisers to migrate or break down, reducing the flexibility of the hose.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOld tubing should be replaced if it remains stiff, cracked or difficult to stretch after gentle warming with heat gun or torch.\u003c\/strong\u003e Reusing hardened ozone tubing can result in air leaks, poor ozone delivery or the tubing splitting around the fitting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProduct type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Spa ozone check valve \/ one-way valve\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTubing compatibility:\u003c\/strong\u003e Common 5–6mm ID ozone tubing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eValve pressure:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1\/2 PSI\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eConstruction:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ozone-resistant materials\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eApplication:\u003c\/strong\u003e Spa, hot tub and selected pool ozone systems\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMaintenance and Replacement\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOzone, also known as O3, is a highly reactive gas that gradually attacks tubing, seals and other components within an ozone system. Ozone check valves should therefore be inspected and replaced as part of routine spa maintenance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eReplace the valve immediately if it is leaking, blocked, cracked, discoloured, allowing water to travel toward the ozonator, or no longer allowing ozone gas to pass correctly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eInstallation Information\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/heaterandspaparts.com.au\/products\/ozone-tube-hose-for-spas-and-pools-5mm-id\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReplacement 5mm ID spa ozone tubing is available here\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThis valve can be used as a replacement for \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/heaterandspaparts.com.au\/products\/ozone-check-valve-del-ozone-1-4-and-3-8-stepped-barb\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ethis stepped-barb DEL Ozone check valve\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e where the tubing size and installation arrangement are compatible.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse gentle heat to soften the end of the tubing before pushing it over the barb.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePush the tubing fully over the barb to create a secure seal.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAlways use new ozone-resistant tubing when replacing components in an ozone system.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConfirm the direction-of-flow marking before installation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlease check the internal diameter and condition of your existing ozone tubing before ordering. Tubing that has become hard or shrunken should be replaced rather than forced onto a new valve.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SXSC","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":31591522959417,"sku":"AI-64174","price":24.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0372\/5253\/files\/spa-ozone-check-one-way-valve-for-5-6mm-id-tubing-aka-3-8-16-generator-622.webp?v=1785229267","url":"https:\/\/heaterandspaparts.com.au\/en-nz\/products\/spa-ozone-check-one-way-valve","provider":"Heater and Spa Parts","version":"1.0","type":"link"}