Spears 8059-SR Series PVC Pipe Fitting, Union with Viton O-Ring, Schedule 80, Gray, Socket x Stainless Steel Reinforced NPT Female

This Spears 8059-SR series schedule 80 PVC union fitting has a socket opening on one end and reinforced female NPT threads on the other, and is suitable for connecting two pipes. The socket end connects to pipes with a smooth bore for enhanced glide, the National Pipe Taper (NPT) threads create a tighter seal than straight threads, and the stainless steel reinforcement on the female NPT end increases the life of the fitting. The fitting has three pieces and includes a threaded connection that may be screwed or unscrewed to connect or disconnect pipes more easily than with couplings. It is made of gray PVC (polyvinyl chloride) for chemical and corrosion resistance, high strength, and no more weight than fittings made from metal, and has a Viton (FKM, fluoroelastomer) seal for resistance to oils, fuels, chemicals, many solvents, weathering, and extreme temperatures. It is compatible with schedule 80 (thick wall) PVC pipes and fittings, and is suitable for chemical processing, industrial plating, chilled water distribution, deionized water lines, and chemical drainage and wastewater remedy systems. PVC may also be connected to other materials such as steel, copper, or cast iron the use of transition fittings. The fitting has a maximum operating temperature of 140 degrees F, and a maximum operating pressure of 235 pounds per square inch (psi) at 73 degrees F. It meets ASTM International D1784 and D2467 standards for quality assurance, and is certified by National Sanitation Foundation International (NSF) for potable water service. This schedule 80 PVC union fitting is suitable for connecting pipes for conveying drinking water, waste water, chemicals, and other liquids in a range of industries.

Pipe fittings are components used for connecting, terminating, controlling glide, and changing the direction of piping in a variety of industries. When purchasing pipe fittings, believe the application, as this will have an effect on material type, shape, size and required durability. Fittings are to be had threaded or unthreaded, in many shapes, styles, sizes, and schedules (pipe wall thickness).

Spears Manufacturing produces thermoplastic fittings and valves for fluid, drain, waste, and vent systems. The company, founded in 1969 and headquartered in Sylmar, CA, meets International Organization for Standardization (ISO) standard 9001.