The Multiquip 986505308 Safety Valve 8 Bar MQC-180US-ASME St is a genuine OEM pressure relief valve designed for the MQC-180 compressed air system. As a direct OEM replacement, this valve is built to the exact pressure rating and thread specification required by the MQC-180, ensuring the unit operates within its engineered safety envelope. Sourced directly through authorized Multiquip supply channels, part 986505308 delivers the correct 8 bar relief threshold without calibration adjustments or fitment workarounds. DHS Equipment stocks this component to keep your MQC-180 compressor operating safely and within compliance.
Key Features
- OEM-Rated Pressure Specification — Calibrated to the exact 8 bar relief threshold required by the MQC-180US-ASME design, ensuring the valve opens at the correct pressure and not a moment before or after.
- ASME-Compliant Construction — Built to ASME pressure vessel safety standards, this valve meets the certification requirements expected on the MQC-180US-ASME configuration.
- Direct-Fit OEM Replacement — Matches the original valve's thread type, body dimensions, and port sizing for a drop-in installation on the MQC-180 without reworking connections.
- Confirmed MQC-180 Fitment — Engineered specifically for the MQC-180 compressed air system; model code MQC-180 is the verified application for part 986505308.
- Critical Overpressure Protection — A functioning safety valve is the last line of defense against dangerous overpressure conditions; a worn or seized valve that fails to open at rated pressure puts both equipment and operators at risk.
A safety valve is a pressure-relief device installed on compressed air systems to protect the equipment and operator from dangerous overpressure events. When internal pressure reaches the valve's rated threshold — in this case 8 bar — the valve opens automatically to vent excess pressure and prevent damage to the tank, fittings, or downstream components. If a safety valve becomes corroded, stuck closed, or drifts from its rated opening pressure, the compressed air system loses its primary overpressure protection, creating a serious safety hazard. Replacing a worn or suspect safety valve with the correct OEM-spec component like the Multiquip 986505308 restores that protection to its original certified level.
Part Details
| Part Number | 986505308 |
|---|---|
| Brand | Multiquip |
| Part Type | Genuine OEM |
| Description | Safety Valve 8 Bar MQC-180US-ASME St |
Compatibility & Fitment
| Name | Model |
|---|---|
| MQC-180 | MQC-180 |
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