This Spears countersunk plug pipe fitting is made of schedule 40 PVC and has a spigot end connection. This countersunk plug inserts into a pipe or fitting to terminate its end. It has a male spigot connection for fitting into a female unthreaded pipe. The spigot end has the same diameter as the pipe it connects to, creating a tight seal. This schedule 40 (standard wall) fitting is made of PVC (polyvinyl chloride) for corrosion resistance, high strength, and less weight than fittings made from metal. It is compatible with schedule 40 PVC pipes and fittings. PVC may also be connected to other materials such as steel, copper, or cast iron the usage of transition fittings. This fitting complies with National Sanitation Foundation International (NSF)/American National Standards Institute (ANSI) 61 Annex G, NSF/ANSI 372, and conforms with lead content requirements for “lead free” plumbing as defined by California, Vermont, Maryland, and Louisiana state laws and the U.S. Secure Drinking Water Act because of take effect January 2014. This countersunk plug pipe fitting is suitable to be used in cold-water pressure distribution systems including irrigation, pool and spa, potable water, and chilled water applications.
Pipe fittings are components used for connecting, terminating, controlling drift, and changing the direction of piping in various industries. When purchasing pipe fittings, imagine the application, as this will impact 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.
Countersunk plug for closing the end of a pipe or fitting
Spigot end for connecting to an unthreaded female pipe or fitting
PVC for corrosion resistance, high strength, and less weight than fittings made from metal
Smooth interior finish for reduced friction and material buildup
Meets NSF/ANSI 61 Annex G, NSF/ANSI 372 for quality assurance
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