Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Mytee B116?
The Mytee B116 is a brass check valve designed as a replacement component for compatible Mytee professional cleaning equipment.
What size connections does the Mytee B116 have?
The B116 has 1/4" MPT x 1/4" MPT threaded connections. Both ends use 1/4-inch male pipe thread.
What is the Mytee B116 made from?
The B116 is constructed from brass.
What does MPT mean?
MPT stands for Male Pipe Thread. The Mytee B116 uses a 1/4-inch male pipe thread connection on both ends.
What does a check valve do?
A check valve is designed to allow fluid to flow in the intended direction while helping prevent reverse flow through the system.
What equipment does the Mytee B116 fit?
The B116 is a genuine Mytee replacement part for compatible Mytee cleaning equipment. The specific machine model should be verified before ordering.
Is the Mytee B116 a replacement part?
Yes. The B116 is a replacement check valve intended for servicing compatible Mytee equipment.
Can I use any 1/4" check valve instead of the B116?
Not necessarily. Although the B116 uses 1/4" MPT connections, the correct replacement should match the equipment manufacturer's specified part, valve function and connection configuration.
How do I know if I need a Mytee B116?
Check your machine's parts diagram, owner's manual or service documentation. If the equipment specifies Mytee B116 as the replacement check valve, this is the appropriate part to consider.
Is the B116 used in carpet extractors?
The B116 is used as a replacement component in compatible Mytee professional cleaning equipment. Verify your specific extractor model to confirm compatibility.
Is the Mytee B116 made of brass?
Yes. The B116 is identified by Mytee as a brass check valve.
Does the B116 have the same connection on both ends?
Yes. The valve has a 1/4" MPT x 1/4" MPT configuration, meaning both connections are 1/4-inch male pipe thread.
Can the B116 be used for general plumbing applications?
The B116 should primarily be treated as a Mytee equipment replacement part. Do not select it for a general plumbing application based solely on its thread size or brass construction. Verify that its specifications are appropriate for the intended application.
Who would typically purchase a Mytee B116?
The B116 can be useful for professional carpet cleaners, equipment repair technicians, janitorial equipment maintenance departments and service businesses that maintain compatible Mytee cleaning equipment.
Why use a genuine Mytee replacement part?
A genuine Mytee replacement part is designed for the manufacturer's equipment and provides a way to maintain the original equipment configuration when a specified component needs to be replaced.
What should I verify before ordering the B116?
Verify the Mytee part number B116, the valve type and the 1/4" MPT x 1/4" MPT connection configuration. Also confirm compatibility with your specific equipment model.
Is installation of the B116 difficult?
Installation requirements depend on the specific Mytee machine and where the valve is located within the equipment. Follow the machine manufacturer's service instructions and use appropriate procedures when replacing fluid-system components.
Verify Compatibility Before Installation
Always confirm the equipment model, replacement part number and connection specifications before installing the B116. If you are unsure which valve your machine requires, consult the equipment's parts documentation or a qualified service technician.