Charlotte Pipe PVC-309-3IN Pvc Dwv 3 in Long Sweep Street Elbow

Product Description

The CHARLOTTE PIPE PVC-309-3IN is a 3-inch PVC DWV long sweep 1/4 bend street elbow designed for drain, waste, and vent piping systems. Built for gravity-fed, non-pressure applications, this fitting handles drainage and venting in residential and light commercial plumbing installations. The long sweep geometry reduces flow resistance compared to a standard 90-degree elbow, making it the preferred choice in drain lines where maintaining flow velocity matters. Rated for continuous service up to 140 degrees F, it suits typical interior DWV conditions. Licensed plumbers and pipefitters are the primary installers of this fitting.

This fitting is used in residential and commercial DWV rough-in work wherever a 3-inch line must make a 90-degree directional change. The street configuration means one end is spigot (male) and one end is socket (female), allowing direct insertion into a fitting socket without an additional coupling. Common install scenarios include branch drain lines, closet bend transitions, and stack offsets. It is not rated for pressure service or for fluids exceeding 140 degrees F.

Key Features

• Long sweep 1/4 bend reduces turbulence and aids flow in gravity drain lines
• Street (spigot x socket) configuration eliminates the need for an extra coupling at one end
• Compatible with solvent cement, threaded, flanged, and roll-grooved joining methods
• Lightweight PVC construction requires no special cutting tools
• Manufactured in the USA

Compatibility

Designed as an OEM-style replacement and standard DWV fitting for 3-inch PVC drain, waste, and vent piping systems in non-pressure gravity-fed applications.

Installation Notes

Installation is performed by a licensed plumber following local plumbing codes and the International Plumbing Code (IPC). Shut off water supply and ensure the drain line is clear before cutting into existing piping. When solvent cementing, use a PVC primer and cement rated for DWV fittings, and allow full cure time before restoring flow. Do not use this fitting in pressurized or above-ground outdoor UV-exposed applications without appropriate protection.

Technical Specifications

• Pipe Size: 3 inches
• Material: PVC
• System Type: DWV (Drain, Waste, Vent)
• Maximum Temperature: 140 degrees F
• End Type: Street (Spigot x Socket)
• Bend Angle: 90 degrees (1/4 Bend Long Sweep)
• Application: Non-pressure gravity-fed systems
• UPC: 611942033881
• Country of Origin: USA

Standard Information

• Brand: CHARLOTTE PIPE
• Manufacturer Part Number: PVC-309-3IN