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Schedule 80 CPVC FKM Union (Socket x FPT)
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Description
Schedule 80 CPVC FKM Union (Socket x FPT)
Schedule 80 CPVC FKM Union (Socket x FPT) provides a serviceable transition between compatible CPVC pipe and a male-threaded component. The fitting combines a solvent-cement socket connection with a Female Pipe Thread connection and uses an FKM sealing element at the removable union joint.
The Schedule 80 CPVC FKM Union allows the connection to be separated for maintenance, equipment access, or piping changes without cutting the adjoining CPVC pipe. Selection should account for nominal size, socket compatibility, male-thread compatibility, FKM seal compatibility, and proper CPVC installation procedures.
Product Highlights
- CPVC construction
- Schedule 80 design
- FKM sealing element
- Serviceable union design
- Socket x FPT connections
- Combines solvent and threaded joining
- Allows disassembly without cutting piping
- Transitions CPVC pipe to male-threaded components
Technical Specifications
| Product Type | Union |
|---|---|
| Material | CPVC |
| Schedule | Schedule 80 |
| Configuration | Socket x Female-Threaded Union |
| Connection | Socket (SOC) x Female Pipe Thread (FPT) |
| Socket Interface | Compatible CPVC Pipe |
| Thread Interface | Compatible Male Pipe Thread |
| Seal Material | FKM |
| Joining Method | CPVC Solvent-Cement x Threaded Connection with Serviceable Union Joint |
| Primary Function | Provide a Serviceable Transition Between Compatible CPVC Pipe and a Male-Threaded Component |
Union Design
The union design provides a removable center joint between the socket and female-threaded ends. This creates a service point that allows the piping connection to be separated without cutting the adjoining CPVC pipe.
The union should be positioned where the center joint remains accessible after installation. Proper alignment should be maintained so the fitting can be assembled and serviced without unnecessary mechanical stress.
Socket x FPT Connections
The Socket x FPT configuration combines a CPVC socket connection with a Female Pipe Thread connection. The socket accepts compatible CPVC pipe while the threaded end accepts an appropriately sized compatible male-threaded component.
The socket side should be installed using compatible CPVC solvent-cement procedures. The FPT side should be assembled using appropriate threaded plastic-piping practices while avoiding excessive tightening.
FKM Seal
The FKM sealing element provides the seal at the removable center union joint. The seal should remain clean, properly positioned, and free from visible damage during assembly.
FKM compatibility should be reviewed against the fluid and operating conditions of the intended piping system. The sealing element should also be inspected whenever the union is opened for service.
Schedule 80 CPVC Application
A Schedule 80 CPVC FKM Union Socket x FPT provides a serviceable transition between solvent-cement CPVC piping and a compatible male-threaded component. The union joint allows future disassembly while the end connections remain installed.
System temperature, pressure, fluid compatibility, thread compatibility, joining requirements, and applicable installation procedures should be reviewed for the intended application. Proper piping support should be maintained around the union.
Installation & Selection Considerations
- Confirm the nominal size.
- Verify Socket x FPT configuration.
- Confirm FKM seal compatibility.
- Check male-thread compatibility.
- Avoid excessive threaded tightening.
Our piping specialists can help review nominal size, socket compatibility, male-thread compatibility, FKM seal requirements, and installation considerations before you order.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a Schedule 80 CPVC FKM Union Socket x FPT used for?
It provides a serviceable transition between compatible CPVC pipe and a male-threaded component.
What does Socket x FPT mean?
It means the union has one socket connection and one Female Pipe Thread connection.
What type of seal does this union use?
This union uses an FKM sealing element at the removable center joint.
Can the union be disconnected after installation?
Yes. The center joint can be separated while the socket and threaded end connections remain installed.
How are the two end connections installed?
The socket side uses compatible CPVC solvent-cement joining while the FPT side uses appropriate threaded plastic-piping procedures.
What should I confirm before ordering?
Confirm nominal size, Socket x FPT configuration, FKM compatibility, mating male thread, and system requirements.
Important Ordering & Installation Notes
- Confirm the nominal size.
- Verify Socket x FPT configuration.
- Confirm FKM compatibility.
- Inspect the seal before assembly.
- Use compatible CPVC joining procedures.
