Difference Between Barbed Drain Valves

Updated 06/08/2020 | Published 06/12/2018

Products Featured in This Question

Valterra Universal Drain Valve for RVs - 3/8" and 1/2" Barbed - White

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$4.94

Camco RV Drain Valve w Flange for 1/2" or 3/8" Diameter Drain Hose - Barb Thread

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$7.48

Question:

what is the difference between the drain valve #AO1-2025VP and CAM22223?

asked by: Dave

Expert Reply:

The only difference between the Valterra Universal Barbed Drain Valve # A01-2025VP and the Camco RV Drain Valve - Barbed # CAM22223 is the manufacturer.

Apart from that, these are the same drain valves that each have 1/2" and 3/8" diameter barb threads, a flange, are made of plastic and are white.

expert reply by: Kyle S

Bob R.

6/3/2020

I have tried 2 of the valtarre valves, and both leaked. Different price, almost double the price for a camco. Wondered if the camco would do the trick. It's almost like they can't handle the water pressure when water tank is full ? Puzzled !!!

Chris R.

6/8/2020

I've honestly not heard of that happening with the Valterra unit. You can certainly try seeing if the Camco # CAM22223 works better, but to be honest I'm not sure what in its construction would make it superior to the Valterra model.