Value Collection 1401-005 Barbed Insert Tee Plug 1/2 in

Product Description

The VALUE COLLECTION 1401-005 is a male barbed tube insert tee plug designed to cap off or terminate the branch port of a tee fitting in low-pressure fluid systems. Constructed from polyvinyl chloride (PVC), this insert plug accepts a 1/2 inch barb connection and is intended for use in irrigation, plumbing distribution lines, and general fluid transfer applications. The male barbed design allows the plug to insert directly into a mating tee fitting, securing with a friction and barb-lock grip. At 0.04 pounds, it is a lightweight single-piece fitting suited for permanent or semi-permanent line terminations.

This insert tee plug is commonly used in residential and light commercial plumbing, irrigation manifolds, pool and spa plumbing, and HVAC condensate drain systems where a branch port of a tee must be blocked off. It is appropriate wherever a 1/2 inch barbed tee fitting requires a sealed plug on one outlet. Installers working on drip irrigation layouts, PVC distribution headers, or condensate line assemblies will encounter this type of fitting during system reconfiguration or partial line shutoff.

Key Features

• 1/2 inch barb size for secure push-in fitment into compatible tee fittings
• PVC construction offers chemical resistance suitable for water and common fluid lines
• Male barbed end locks into flexible tubing or tee branch ports without additional hardware
• Lightweight at 0.04 pounds, minimizing load on tubing assemblies
• Single-piece design with no moving parts for reliable, maintenance-free termination

Compatibility

Designed as a standard barbed insert tee plug for use with 1/2 inch barbed tee fittings in PVC or flexible tubing systems. No specific model or system compatibility was provided in the product data.

Installation Notes

Installation is typically performed by plumbers, irrigation technicians, or HVAC service professionals. Depressurize and drain the line before inserting or removing barbed fittings to prevent fluid release. The barbed plug should be pushed firmly into the tee port until fully seated; hose clamps may be added for higher-pressure applications. Follow applicable IPC or local plumbing code requirements for fitting type and pressure rating in the intended service environment.