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22533A

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Overview

The 22533A is a safety relief valve rated to 5000 PSI (345 bar) at 10 GPM (40 L/min), with a 3/8 in. inlet and a 160°F (71°C) design temperature. Its job is to protect your pump and plumbing by relieving the system when pressure climbs higher than normal — it's typically set 15–20% above the machine's normal operating pressure. Once pressure falls back below the set point, the valve automatically re-seats and the system runs normally again. Note that it's built to cycle this way only a limited number of times, so if it's discharging regularly, find and fix the cause of the overpressure — usually an unloader or nozzle issue — rather than relying on the valve. At 0.3 lbs, it's a compact, easy add to most pump plumbing.

What's included

  • Rated 5000 PSI (345 bar) at 10 GPM (40 L/min)
  • 3/8 in. inlet
  • 160°F (71°C) design temperature
  • Automatically re-seats once pressure falls below the set point
  • Typically set 15–20% above normal operating pressure
  • Compact and light at 0.3 lbs (0.14 kg)

Specifications

Rated Pressure
5000 PSI (345 bar)
Flow
10 GPM (40 L/min)
Max Temperature
160°F (71°C)
Inlet
3/8 in.
Weight
0.3 lbs (0.14 kg)

Frequently asked questions

It relieves the system of higher-than-normal pressure, dumping excess pressure to protect your pump, hose, and fittings, then automatically re-seats once pressure falls back below the set point. It's a safety backstop against pressure spikes, not a regulator — your unloader still controls normal operating pressure.

It is normally set 15–20% above your machine's normal operating pressure. That keeps it closed during regular use but lets it open before a pressure spike can damage the pump or plumbing. It's rated to a maximum of 5000 PSI at 10 GPM.

It re-sets automatically after each discharge, but it's designed to operate this way only a limited number of times. If it's popping off regularly, diagnose the cause of the overpressure — often an unloader or nozzle problem — and consider replacing the valve after repeated cycles.

It has a 3/8 in. inlet and suits systems running up to 5000 PSI, 10 GPM, and 160°F. Check that your pump plumbing has a matching 3/8 in. port and that your machine's specs fall within those ratings; if you're unsure, contact APS with your pump model.

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