The 765 pressure vacuum breaker is the common choice for lawn irrigation, guarding against back-siphonage. It mounts above grade, typically at least 12 inches above the highest sprinkler head. For higher-hazard connections, the 825Y reduced-pressure (RP) assembly gives the highest level of protection — against both backpressure and back-siphonage — with a relief valve that can discharge water.
Lower-hazard, continuous-pressure lines use the 850 and 805Y double check assemblies. Keep any FEBCO assembly in service with repair kits — bonnet, check and relief-valve rubber parts. Always confirm the required assembly with your local code.

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Febco T765DBV

Febco T765EBV

Febco F825EBV

Febco 0122980

Febco T1113

Febco F1313

Febco T1112

Febco T1115

Febco 765DUB

Febco F1316

Febco T765GBV

Febco F1312

Febco F1315

Febco 905050

Febco 905048

Febco 0122965

Febco 0683043

Febco 0683042

Febco 825GBV70

Febco 0683040
A pressure vacuum breaker (PVB) protects against back-siphonage only and is common for lawn irrigation, installed above grade. A reduced-pressure (RP) assembly protects against both backpressure and back-siphonage and gives the highest level of protection. Your local code sets which one is required.
Many residential irrigation systems use the 765 PVB, but the required assembly depends on your local code and the hazard level of the connection. Check with your water authority before you buy.
Usually yes. FEBCO sells repair kits — bonnet, check and relief-valve rubber parts — so a leaking or failed assembly can often be rebuilt rather than fully replaced.
Most testable assemblies — PVB, RP and double check — must be tested by a certified tester, commonly once a year, as required by your local code. Reduced-pressure and double-check assemblies have test cocks for this purpose.