Value Collection 15473 Pvc Pipe Union 3/4 in Fipt X Fipt

Product Description

The VALUE COLLECTION 15473 is a 3/4 inch PVC pipe union designed for joining and disconnecting threaded plastic pipe runs without cutting. The union uses an EPDM O-ring seat to provide a leak-resistant seal between the two halves, making it well suited for systems where periodic disassembly is required for maintenance or component replacement. Both end connections are Female Iron Pipe Thread (FIPT), allowing the union to thread directly onto male-threaded pipe or fittings. PVC construction keeps the union lightweight and resistant to corrosion, and the EPDM O-ring holds up to a broad range of water and chemical service conditions. Plumbers and pipefitters install this fitting in residential and commercial piping systems.

This union is used in cold and ambient-temperature water supply, irrigation, pool and spa plumbing, and light-duty chemical distribution lines where PVC is the specified pipe material. The FIPT x FIPT configuration makes it compatible with standard male NPT plastic and metal pipe threads at the 3/4 inch nominal size. It is a common choice in pool equipment pads, water treatment skids, and domestic water systems where unions are required at pumps, valves, and filtration equipment to allow clean removal without disturbing the surrounding pipe run.

Key Features

• 3/4 inch nominal size with FIPT x FIPT end connections for direct thread-on installation
• EPDM O-ring seat provides a reliable, leak-resistant seal between union halves
• PVC body resists corrosion and chemical attack in typical water service applications
• Union design allows full pipe disassembly without cutting, simplifying maintenance access
• Lightweight construction reduces load on connected fittings and pipe supports

Compatibility

Designed as an OEM-style replacement or new-installation fitting for 3/4 inch nominal PVC threaded piping systems using standard NPT male-threaded connections.

Installation Notes

Installation is performed by licensed plumbers or qualified pipefitters in accordance with local plumbing codes and applicable IPC requirements. Shut off and depressurize the water supply before disassembling or installing any union. Apply thread sealant or PTFE tape rated for use with PVC on all FIPT connections, and hand-tighten followed by wrench adjustment — avoid overtightening PVC threads, as excess torque can crack the fitting body. Confirm the O-ring is properly seated in its groove before closing the union halves.