Helps prevent over temperature of systems Stainless steel body, fittings, spring, and plug Discharges the minimum amount of water required to keep water temperature within pre-set limits Robust and corrosion resistant Compact, low-mass - fast response Opens when valve senses fluid temperature, not ambient temperature Ram-type plug for reliable and tight shut-off Unaffected by pressure variations Easy installation Installs in any orientation Self-actuating - no air or electricity required