Anderson Metals Corp 28697PB Bulkhead Fitting 1-1/2 in Sch 40

Product Description

The ANDERSON METALS CORP 28697PB is a Schedule 40 bulkhead fitting sized at 1-1/2 inches, designed to create a watertight seal where a pipe penetrates a tank wall, barrel, or trough. Bulkhead fittings are used when a threaded or slip connection must pass cleanly through a flat or curved surface without leaking. This fitting seats against the interior wall of the vessel, and a nut or flange on the opposite side compresses a gasket to form the seal. Plumbers, irrigation techs, and agricultural equipment installers use this type of fitting regularly on low-pressure water containment applications. At 2.56 pounds for a package of 5 units, the per-unit weight is modest, making it easy to stock on a service vehicle.

This bulkhead fitting is suited for residential and light agricultural installations. Common applications include rain barrels, animal feed troughs, and livestock water troughs where a lateral outlet must be added to a vessel wall. It is also used in small pond installations, cisterns, and similar gravity-fed or low-pressure containment systems. The Schedule 40 rating indicates a standard wall-thickness pressure class appropriate for these types of non-pressurized or lightly pressurized water storage setups.

Key Features

• 1-1/2 inch size for compatibility with standard Schedule 40 pipe and fittings
• Schedule 40 rated construction suitable for low-pressure water containment
• Creates a watertight seal through vessel walls including barrels and troughs
• Sold in a package quantity of 5 units per package
• Lightweight per-unit construction for easy handling and installation

Compatibility

Designed for use with 1-1/2 inch Schedule 40 pipe systems. Typical applications include rain barrels, animal water troughs, and agricultural feed containers requiring a through-wall water connection.

Installation Notes

Installation is typically performed by a plumber or irrigation technician. Drain or empty the vessel completely before drilling or cutting the through-hole to avoid water ingress during fitting. Ensure the hole diameter matches the fitting body specification and that the gasket seats evenly before tightening the locknut. Follow applicable plumbing codes such as IPC guidelines for any potable water applications.