Anderson Metals Corp 28693PB Bulkhead Fitting 1/2 in Sch 40

Product Description

The ANDERSON METALS CORP 28693PB is a Schedule 40 bulkhead fitting designed to create a watertight seal when passing a pipe connection through the wall of a tank, barrel, or trough. Sized at 1/2 inch, it provides a secure, leak-resistant penetration point in thin-walled vessels without requiring welding or adhesive bonding. Plumbers, irrigation technicians, and agricultural water system installers rely on bulkhead fittings like this one to establish reliable in-and-out connections in a wide range of storage and distribution applications. The Schedule 40 rating indicates a robust wall thickness suited for standard residential and light commercial water pressures.

This fitting is specifically noted for use in rain barrel installations, animal feed and water troughs, and similar low-to-moderate pressure water containment vessels. It is well suited for off-grid water harvesting setups, livestock watering systems, and any application where a threaded port must be added to a flat or curved panel wall. Sold in a package quantity of 5 units, making it practical for contractors or installers working on multiple vessels at once.

Key Features

• 1/2 inch size for standard small-bore plumbing connections
• Schedule 40 construction for reliable wall thickness and pressure handling
• Creates a watertight seal through tank and barrel walls without welding
• Suitable for rain barrels, water troughs, and animal feed containers
• Sold in a pack of 5 units for multi-unit installations

Compatibility

Designed as an OEM-style replacement and general-use bulkhead fitting for rain barrels, animal water troughs, and similar thin-walled vessel applications requiring a 1/2 inch threaded penetration.

Installation Notes

Installation is typically performed by a plumber or irrigation technician. Shut off and drain any connected water source before drilling or cutting the vessel wall for fitting insertion. Ensure the mounting hole diameter matches the fitting body specification and that the gasket seats flush against the vessel wall surface for a proper seal. Follow all applicable IPC guidelines for potable water applications.