The standard male tip of the agricultural industry, developed and proved by Pioneer in over 40 years of farm service.

• Has rugged, reliable ball valve and induction-hardened locking ball groove to prevent brinelling and prolong life.
• Shielded valve plus valve stop eliminates flow checking when used with connect-under-pressure type female bodies.
• Tapered hex design makes identification easy after years of use.

Part no. BP8010-29

½" BSP Thread

Std "BALL" type

Also Avail.

Part no. BP8010-29P

Poppet (pin type) ½" BSP thread

• Physical Dimensions. Critical dimensions are to be specified :
  • 1) from the nose of the tip to the locking ball groove,
  • 2) from the locking ball groove to the shoulder where the hex begins,
  • 3) diameter of the nose portion, and
  • 4) valve location in both open and closed position.
• Valve Spring Force. The force required to push the valve to the flush position is not to exceed 10 lbs.
• Maximum Pressure Drop. The pressure drop at a flow of 16 GPM is not to exceed 25 PSI.

• Rated Working and Burst Pressure. The rated working pressure must be a minimum of 3000 PSI. The burst pressure must be a minimum of 10,800 PSI.

All standards are established around male tips.

Female bodies should be designed to accept an industry standard male tip. All Pioneer female bodies having ½" body size designed for agricultural use will accept such a standard male tip.