PVC Snap-On Saddle for 1 IPS OD x 1 NPT Female - Spears 464 Series

This Spears snap-on saddle pipe fitting is constructed of schedule 40 PVC and features an IPS saddle fitting with a female NPT branch connection. Comprised of a one-piece design, this snap-on saddle pipe fitting is easily pushed onto the pipe and secured with adhesive (adhesive not included). This creates a branch connection with one outlet. The Iron Pipe Size (IPS) saddle snaps on over a hole drilled into the pipe to establish the new outlet. The branch outlet is equipped with female National Pipe Taper (NPT) threads, which provide a tighter seal compared to straight threads. Made of PVC (polyvinyl chloride), this schedule 40 fitting offers corrosion resistance, high strength, and is lighter weight than metal fittings. It is compatible with schedule 40 PVC pipes and fittings, and can be connected to materials such as steel, copper, or cast iron using transition fittings.

Due to its smooth interior finish, this fitting provides superior flow to metal by reducing friction and inhibiting the buildup of materials. Additionally, it complies with National Sanitation Foundation International (NSF)/American National Standards Institute (ANSI) 61 Annex G, NSF/ANSI 372, and meets the lead content requirements for “lead free” plumbing under California, Vermont, Maryland, and Louisiana state laws, as well as the U.S. Safe Drinking Water Act. This snap-on saddle pipe fitting is suitable for use in cold-water pressure distribution systems, including irrigation, pool and spa, potable water, and chilled water applications.

Pipe fittings play a crucial role in connecting, terminating, controlling flow, and changing the direction of piping in various industries. When selecting pipe fittings, it is important to consider the application, as this will impact the material type, shape, size, and required durability. Fittings come in threaded or unthreaded options, as well as a variety of shapes, styles, sizes, and schedules (pipe wall thickness).

Spears Manufacturing, a company founded in 1969 and headquartered in Sylmar, CA, produces thermoplastic fittings and valves for fluid, drain, waste, and vent systems. The company meets International Organization for Standardization (ISO) standard 9001.

In summary, the snap-on saddle pipe fitting by Spears is ideal for creating a branch connection on a pipe, featuring an IPS saddle fitting with a female NPT threaded end for the branch connection. Constructed of PVC, it offers corrosion resistance, high strength, and is lighter weight than metal fittings. With a smooth interior finish that reduces friction and material buildup, this fitting meets NSF/ANSI 61 Annex G, NSF/ANSI 372 for quality assurance.

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