PVC Type Question

[msorenson]

Does it matter if we use schedule 40 or 80 PVC? I assume it does since there is a size difference.

~ Mark

 

[Anonymous]

You don't really need schedule 80 unless the pipe is going to be exposed to sunlight, or some other form of UV.

Louey

 

[Anonymous]

Sorry, I didn't realize this was in the Techniques forum. I should have waited for fergy to reply.

Louey

 

[fergy]

Either way, it's okay. The OD is the same for schedule 80 and schedule 40. What are you needing to buy in schedule 80, though? BTW, close nipples are all rated at schedule 80. Is this what you're discovering?

BRIAN
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[msorenson]

That was the problem. So a schedule 80 closed nipple will work with everything else schedule 40. Any specific length. I noticed there are many lengths available.

 

[fergy]

you want what is called '1/2" x close'. This differs from '1/2" x 2"'. etc. 1/2" x close will allow you to thread two FNPT fittings closely together. It is the shortest length available.

BRIAN
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[msorenson]

Now I understand. Thanks.

Mark

 

[msorenson]

Now I understand. Thanks.

Mark