Midland Industries 55496 Pvc Sch 40 Union 2 in Female Socket

Product Description

The MIDLAND INDUSTRIES 55496 is a Schedule 40 PVC union fitting with 2-inch female socket connections on both ends. It allows plumbers and pipefitters to join and disconnect two sections of 2-inch PVC pipe without cutting into the line. The slip-socket design accepts standard solvent-weld pipe ends, making disassembly straightforward when servicing or replacing downstream components. Built from Schedule 40 PVC, it handles typical non-pressurized and moderate-pressure drain, waste, vent, and cold-water supply applications found in residential and light commercial plumbing systems.

This union is suited for residential and light commercial plumbing installations where PVC piping requires a serviceable connection point. Common applications include pool and spa plumbing, irrigation systems, and general cold-water supply runs. The female socket on both sides accepts solvent-welded pipe, giving the installer a clean, permanent-to-pipe but break-apart union joint. It falls within the Slip Union category of Schedule 40 PVC fittings and is intended for installation by licensed plumbers or qualified pipefitters following local plumbing codes.

Key Features

• Schedule 40 PVC construction rated for standard cold-water and drain, waste, and vent service
• 2-inch female socket on both ends accepts solvent-weld pipe for a secure, leak-resistant joint
• Union design allows the line to be broken apart without cutting pipe, simplifying future service
• Compact profile at 4.75 inches tall and approximately 4.3 inches in length
• Lightweight at 1.115 pounds, reducing handling fatigue during overhead or confined-space work

Compatibility

Designed as an OEM-style replacement or new-install fitting for Schedule 40 PVC piping systems using 2-inch solvent-weld connections.

Installation Notes

Installation is performed by a licensed plumber or qualified pipefitter in accordance with the International Plumbing Code or applicable local code. Shut off the water supply and relieve system pressure before cutting into an existing line. Use a PVC primer and solvent cement rated for Schedule 40 PVC when making socket connections, and allow full cure time before restoring flow. Do not overtighten the union nut by hand beyond snug, as PVC threads can crack under excessive mechanical force.