The Burkle Spigot "Air" is a self-venting liquid dispensing tap designed for canisters, barrels and other compatible containers with a G 3/4" external-thread connection. Its integrated self-venting design eliminates the need for an additional ventilation opening in the container.
Made from polyethylene (PE) with a silicone seal, the Spigot "Air" provides controlled, low-flow liquid dispensing through a cylindrical plug valve. The transparent, colourless construction allows the valve to remain visually unobtrusive on the container.
When liquid is dispensed from a closed container, air needs to enter the container to replace the volume of liquid being removed. The Burkle Spigot "Air" incorporates a self-venting function, so the container does not require a separate ventilation opening for the intended dispensing setup.
This can simplify container preparation and reduce the number of separate fittings required when adding a dispensing valve to compatible canisters or barrels.
| Manufacturer | Burkle |
| Product | Spigot "Air" |
| SKU | 0533-0010 |
| Connection type | Thread |
| Thread size | G 3/4" |
| Thread configuration | External thread |
| General material | PE (polyethylene) |
| Further material | VMQ / MVQ / silicone |
| Colour | Colourless / transparent |
| Outlet outside diameter | 22 mm |
| Nominal diameter | 13 mm |
| Valve design | Cylindrical plug valve |
| Flow rate | Low flow rate |
| Special feature | Self-venting |
| Dimensions | 86 L × 67 W × 112 H mm |
| Packaging unit | 1 piece |
The Spigot "Air" uses a G 3/4" external thread for installation on compatible containers. Burkle identifies G 3/4" as the connection thread for this spigot and lists it as an external-thread version.
Always verify the thread type and connection dimensions of the container before ordering. Thread adapters may be required for containers with different connection configurations.
The main body is manufactured from polyethylene (PE), with silicone specified as the further material. PE is commonly used for liquid-handling components because of its broad chemical resistance.
However, chemical resistance depends on the specific liquid, concentration, temperature and exposure conditions. Consult Burkle's chemical-resistance information before using the spigot with aggressive or chemically incompatible media.
| Application | Benefit |
|---|---|
| Canister dispensing | Adds controlled liquid dispensing to compatible containers. |
| Barrel dispensing | Provides a G 3/4" threaded dispensing connection. |
| Laboratory liquid handling | Provides controlled, low-flow dispensing from storage containers. |
| Liquid storage systems | Integrated self-venting reduces the need for a separate ventilation opening. |
The primary advantage of the Spigot "Air" is its self-venting function. Unlike a conventional dispensing tap that may require a separate ventilation arrangement for a closed container, this model is designed with integrated venting.
This makes it particularly useful when the goal is to add a straightforward dispensing point to a compatible container without installing a separate ventilation opening.
The key feature is its self-venting design. Burkle states that no additional ventilation opening is required.
It uses a G 3/4" external thread.
The manufacturer specifies a 13 mm nominal diameter. The outlet outside diameter is 22 mm.
The general material is PE (polyethylene), with silicone specified as a further material for the sealing components.
The Spigot "Air" uses a cylindrical plug valve and is specified by Burkle as a low-flow-rate spigot.
No. The manufacturer specifically states that no additional ventilation opening is required for the self-venting Spigot "Air".
If you are unsure whether the self-venting Spigot "Air" or another Burkle dispensing tap is appropriate for your container, contact Cambridge Environmental Products for assistance.
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