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Schedule 80 CPVC Union 2000 (FPT x MPT) EPDM
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Description
Schedule 80 CPVC Union 2000 (FPT x MPT) EPDM
Schedule 80 CPVC Union 2000 (FPT x MPT) EPDM provides a serviceable threaded transition between compatible male- and female-threaded piping components. The FPT x MPT configuration incorporates an EPDM sealing element at the removable center union joint.
The Schedule 80 CPVC Union 2000 allows the connection to be separated for maintenance, equipment access, or piping changes without cutting adjoining piping. Selection should account for nominal size, mating thread compatibility, EPDM seal compatibility, system conditions, and proper threaded CPVC installation procedures.
Product Highlights
- CPVC construction
- Schedule 80 design
- Union 2000 configuration
- FPT x MPT connections
- EPDM sealing element
- Serviceable threaded union joint
- Combines female and male pipe threads
- Allows disassembly without cutting adjoining piping
Technical Specifications
| Product Type | Union 2000 |
|---|---|
| Material | CPVC |
| Schedule | Schedule 80 |
| Configuration | Threaded Union |
| Connection | Female Pipe Thread (FPT) x Male Pipe Thread (MPT) |
| Female Thread Interface | Compatible Male Pipe Thread |
| Male Thread Interface | Compatible Female Pipe Thread |
| Seal Material | EPDM |
| Joining Method | Threaded Connections with Serviceable Union Joint |
| Primary Function | Provide a Serviceable Transition Between Compatible Female- and Male-Threaded Components |
Union 2000 Design
The Union 2000 design provides a removable center joint between the female- and male-threaded ends. This allows adjoining piping or equipment to be separated without cutting or permanently disturbing the threaded connections.
The union should be installed where sufficient access is available for future service. Proper alignment should be maintained so the threaded ends and center union joint can be assembled without unnecessary mechanical stress.
FPT x MPT Connections
The FPT x MPT configuration combines one Female Pipe Thread connection with one Male Pipe Thread connection. This allows direct transition between compatible threaded components with opposite connection types.
Thread sizes and compatibility should be confirmed before assembly. Appropriate threaded plastic-piping procedures and compatible sealing materials should be used while avoiding excessive tightening.
EPDM Seal
The EPDM 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.
EPDM 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 maintenance.
Serviceable Threaded Connection
A Schedule 80 CPVC Union 2000 FPT x MPT provides a convenient separation point in a threaded CPVC piping arrangement. The center joint can be disconnected while the threaded ends remain connected to adjoining components.
System temperature, pressure, fluid compatibility, thread compatibility, and applicable installation requirements should be reviewed before use. Proper piping support should be maintained around both threaded ends.
Installation & Selection Considerations
- Confirm the nominal size.
- Verify FPT x MPT configuration.
- Confirm EPDM seal compatibility.
- Check both mating thread types.
- Avoid excessive threaded tightening.
Our piping specialists can help review nominal size, FPT x MPT compatibility, EPDM seal requirements, adjoining threaded components, and installation considerations before you order.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a Schedule 80 CPVC Union 2000 FPT x MPT used for?
It provides a serviceable threaded transition between compatible female- and male-threaded piping components.
What does FPT x MPT mean?
FPT x MPT means the union has one Female Pipe Thread connection and one Male Pipe Thread connection.
What type of seal does this union use?
This Union 2000 configuration uses an EPDM sealing element at the serviceable center joint.
Can the union be disconnected after installation?
Yes. The center union joint can be separated while the threaded ends remain attached to adjoining components.
How should the threaded connections be installed?
Use appropriate threaded plastic-piping procedures and compatible sealing materials while avoiding excessive tightening.
What should I confirm before ordering?
Confirm nominal size, FPT x MPT configuration, EPDM compatibility, mating thread types, and requirements of the intended CPVC system.
Important Ordering & Installation Notes
- Confirm the nominal size.
- Verify FPT x MPT configuration.
- Confirm EPDM compatibility.
- Inspect the seal before assembly.
- Avoid excessive tightening of CPVC threads.
