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Solvent Weld PVC Pressure pipe fitting. 15 bar WP, WRAS approved (suitable for potable water)
Currently in stock at our UK warehouse.
Total Weight: 9g
Product data subject to change without notice
Material: PVC
Manufacturing standards: WRAS, BS-EN1452-3, BS4346-1, ISO9001, ISO14001
Jointing process: Solvent cement socket ends. For more information, refer to solvent welding article.
Maximum working pressure: 15bar
Manufacturer: Effast*
Operating temperature: 0-60°C
Full specification sheet:
*(We usually have plenty of these in stock; however, if we have a sudden large demand and run short, an alternative manufacturer's part, with the same specifications and as close to the same dimensions stated above, may be supplied in its place)
The pressure rating of PVC pipe and fittings reduces with increasing temperature. To calculate the actual pressure rating of the product at each temperature, the noted pressure rating must be multiplied by the 'de-rating multiple', as explained on our PVC category page.
The temperature derating table of this fitting is as follows:
PVC pipe has a recommended operating temperature of 0 - 60° centigrade (32 - 140°F).
This 3/8" plain socket is compatible with 3/8" PVC pressure pipe and spigot fittings. It is not compatible with metric PVC pressure pipes or fittings. 3/8" pipe actually has an outside diameter of 17.1mm.
3/8" pipes or spigot fittings (measuring 17.1mm outer diameter) will slot inside the ends of this socket to be solvent welded.
PVC (or PVCU) is one of the most widely used plastics in general industry. Its ease of installation, rigidity, WRAS approval, and low price point compared to many other plastics makes it ideal for applications such as:
In addition, PVC pipe also finds its way into many domestic applications, including:
The current stock status of this item is:
IN STOCK for immediate dispatch by carrier.
Delivery options for this item are:
This 3/8" PVC plain socket is eligible for return - please see our returns page for more information.
