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Overview
The Danfoss GBC 16s is a manually operated, full-port refrigeration shut-off ball valve with a 5/8 in. ODF (Outside Diameter Fitting) sweat connection on both ends. It belongs to Danfoss's mature GBC series, which uses laser-welded brass bodies, stainless steel balls, PTFE seats, and a double O-ring spindle seal to deliver low-loss isolation in liquid, suction, and hot gas lines across a wide range of fluorinated and mildly flammable (A2L/A3) refrigerants. The 009L8053 variant specifically ships with an integrated access port (Schrader-style, 7/16-20 UNF thread), enabling pressure measurement, refrigerant charging, and system evacuation without the need for additional tees or access fittings.
A quarter turn of the spindle moves the valve from fully open to fully closed, with hard rotation stops at both endpoints. A visual ball-status indicator on the top of the spindle lets a technician confirm valve state at a glance without having to feel for line pressure. The internally-loaded, rupture-proof spindle design ensures the spindle cannot be ejected under pressure — a critical safety attribute for high-pressure refrigerants such as R-410A and R-32. The valve body is drilled and tapped (M4 × 0.7) for optional bracket or panel mounting, and the one-piece wire seal cap meets European Safety Directive EN 378.
This valve is well suited for any refrigeration or air conditioning circuit where a durable, field-serviceable isolation point with integrated access is needed in a compact form factor. Typical platforms include cold rooms, chillers, heat pumps, and transport refrigeration systems. It is a practical choice for Kippkitts assembly builds calling for a solder-in shutoff on 5/8 in. copper line sets, offering a clean installation with no threading or compression fittings required. This is the standard GBC (45 bar series) rated to +100 °C; for hot-gas or oil-free applications above 80 °C, the GBC E series (49 bar, +150 °C) should be specified instead.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Identification | |
| Manufacturer | Danfoss |
| Manufacturer Code No. | 009L8053 |
| Series / Type | GBC 16s (with access port) |
| Supersedes | 009G8053 |
| Datasheet | AI370128771724en-000302 |
| Mechanical | |
| Connection Type | Solder ODF/ODF (sweat) |
| Connection Size | 5/8 in. ODF (16 mm) |
| Connection Tolerance | +0.065 / +0.155 mm |
| Flow Path | Straightway (full port) |
| Body Material | Brass (laser-welded) |
| Ball Material | Stainless steel |
| Ball Seat / Cap Seal Material | PTFE |
| Spindle Seal | Double O-ring (CR rubber / EPDM) |
| Connection Tube | Copper |
| Overall Length (L) | 161 mm |
| Inlet / Outlet Stub Length (L1) | 12 mm each |
| Body Width (H) | 50 mm |
| Body Height (H1) | 15 mm |
| Panel Mount Thread | M4 × 0.7 |
| Weight | 0.2 kg |
| Performance | |
| Max. Working Pressure (MWP/PS) | 45 bar / 650 psig |
| Flow Coefficient Kv | 15.66 m³/h |
| Flow Coefficient Cv | 18.10 gal/min |
| Actuation | Manual, ¼ turn (open ↔ closed) |
| Flow Direction | Bi-directional |
| Environmental | |
| Media Temperature Range | −40 °C to +100 °C / −40 °F to +212 °F |
| Transport / Storage Temperature | −40 °C to +65 °C / −40 °F to +150 °F |
| Max. Storage Humidity | RH ≤ 95% |
| Access Port | |
| Port Type | Schrader valve (included) |
| Port Thread | 7/16-20 UNF |
| Schrader Valve Thread | 5 V1 per DIN 7756 / DIN 7757 |
| Compatible Refrigerants | |
| Fluorinated HFCs / HFOs | R-134a, R-22 / R-407C, R-404A / R-507, R-407A, R-407F, R-407H, R-410A, R-448A, R-449A, R-449B, R-450A, R-452A, R-452B, R-454A, R-454B, R-454C, R-455A, R-463A, R-513A, R-515B, R-516A, R-1234ze(E), R-1234yf |
| Flammable Refrigerants (A3 / A2L) | R-290 (propane), R-32 |
| Compatible Lubricants | |
| Oil Types | POE, PVE, PAG, PAO, Mineral oils |
| Oil-Free Temperature Limit | ≤ 80 °C (use GBC E above this) |
| Certifications | |
| Pressure Equipment Directive | PED (Art. 4.3) — Fluid Group 1 & 2 |
| UL | UL 207 (Refrigerant Valve S3R0) |
| EAC | EAC (Eurasian Customs Union) |
| CRN | CRN (Canada — TSSA, GBC 6s–67s) |
| EN Safety | EN 378 (one-piece wire seal cap) |
| EN ISO | EN ISO 14903 |
| RoHS | Compliant |
| CE / UKCA | CE, UKCA marked |
Access Port / Service Port
The 009L8053 includes a Schrader-type access port (position 13 in the Danfoss component diagram) with a 7/16-20 UNF cap thread and a stainless steel Schrader valve core conforming to DIN 7756 / DIN 7757. The access port cap is brass with a one-piece wire seal per EN 378 to prevent unintentional removal between service intervals.
The port supports standard refrigeration manifold gauges and quick-connect service hose fittings. The Schrader valve is replaceable; Danfoss spare Schrader valves are available under code 009L7213 (industrial pack of 10). The port is rated to the same 45 bar / 650 psig MWP as the valve body.
Integration Notes
- Solder installation: Copper stub ends are extended for standard solder/braze-in installation. Keep the valve body cool during brazing — wrap with a wet rag or heat sink — to protect the PTFE seats and O-ring seals. Danfoss recommends nitrogen purge during brazing to prevent oxide formation inside the valve.
- Orientation: Bi-directional flow; the valve can be installed in either direction and in any orientation (horizontal, vertical, at any angle). No preferred mounting direction.
- Panel mounting: The body is drilled and tapped M4 × 0.7 on both sides for bracket mounting. Danfoss bracket kit 009G7084 is compatible with GBC 16s.
- Valve position indicator: The flat on the spindle top indicates ball position — flat parallel to the pipe = open; flat perpendicular = closed. Confirm position visually before isolating a circuit under pressure.
- Rotation stops: Hard stops at fully open and fully closed prevent over-rotation and ball seat damage. Do not force the spindle past either stop.
- Seal cap: The one-piece wire seal cap must be replaced after each service access. Replacement cap kits are available as Danfoss 009L7210 (6-pack, compatible with GBC 16s–22s).
- Oil compatibility: GBC (not GBC E) is compatible with POE, PVE, PAG, PAO, and mineral oils. For oil-free applications, maximum media temperature is 80 °C; above 80 °C in oil-free service, specify the GBC E series (009L9053 with access port).
- R-290 / flammable refrigerant use: This valve is approved for R-290 (propane) per EN ISO 80079-36 ignition source assessment. Follow applicable safety standards for installation, leak detection, and ventilation when using A3 refrigerants.
- UL 60335-2-89/40: If your application falls under this standard, contact Danfoss directly for UL approval status before use.
- Replacement for 009G8053: This product is the direct replacement for the prior-generation 009G8053.
Included Accessories
- Brass one-piece wire seal cap (installed on access port)
- Stainless steel Schrader valve core (installed in access port, DIN 7756 / DIN 7757)