The RIPTIDE ALX Pitotless Waterway 1 5/8 inch is a specialized component for fire pump flow testing systems, designed to accurately measure medium flow rates by converting velocity pressure into a readable gauge pressure.
This Pitotless Waterway is UL Certified for use with the RIPTIDE Flow Testing System Pitotless ALX, ensuring precise performance in accordance with manufacturer installation instructions.
Features
- Pitotless design optimized for capturing lower flow rates.
- Part of the RIPTIDE Flow Testing System Pitotless ALX.
- All laboratory instrumentation used in its creation is ISO 17025 traceable.
- Readings are accurate to within +/-1.25%.
- UL Certified as Fire Pump Flow Testing Equipment (EX29051).
- Designed for even distribution of water when used with multiple waterways.
Use and Installation
- Connects to 2 1/2 inch diameter firehose.
- Requires proper assembly, use, and service according to the User Guide.
- Can be removed from the Receiver for flowing to atmosphere without diffusing. Do not remove a Waterway from a Receiver while actively flowing water.
The PITOTLESS ALX Diffuser comes with 1 7/8" Pitotless Waterways, this is a 1 5/8" replacement part for lower GPM testing(230.8 – 884.0) per waterway.
Launch DateAugust 18, 2026
Days In Market63
VendorFireHoseDirect
Variants1