Value Collection 402-209 Pvc Pipe Tee Sch 40 Slip X Fipt

Product Description

The VALUE COLLECTION 402-209 is a Schedule 40 PVC pipe tee designed for use in standard pressure piping systems where a branch takeoff is required. This fitting connects a 1/2-inch female iron pipe thread (FIPT) branch to a 1-1/2-inch slip main run, making it well suited for low-pressure water distribution, irrigation, pool and spa plumbing, and general industrial piping. PVC construction resists corrosion, chemical attack, and scale buildup. The slip connections on the run ends accept solvent-welded PVC pipe, while the FIPT branch accepts a threaded male adapter or threaded fitting. Licensed plumbers and pipefitters are the primary installers of this component.

This tee is sized for a 1-1/2 x 1-1/2 x 1/2-inch configuration and is manufactured to Schedule 40 dimensional standards. It is commonly found in residential and light commercial plumbing systems, pool and spa return lines, irrigation manifolds, and process piping where PVC is an approved material. The FIPT branch connection makes it easy to add a threaded service port, valve, or drop branch off the main run without cutting additional pipe sections.

Key Features

• Schedule 40 PVC construction for standard-pressure piping applications
• 1-1/2 x 1-1/2 x 1/2-inch tee configuration with slip run ends and FIPT branch
• Slip connections accept solvent-cement bonding per ASTM D2564 practice
• FIPT branch threads to standard male NPT fittings and adapters
• Corrosion-resistant PVC material suitable for water, irrigation, and pool systems
• Lightweight at 0.94 pounds — easy to handle in tight mechanical spaces

Compatibility

Designed as an OEM-style replacement or new-installation fitting for Schedule 40 PVC piping systems using 1-1/2-inch nominal pipe on the run and 1/2-inch female iron pipe thread on the branch.

Installation Notes

Installation is performed by licensed plumbers or qualified pipefitters following applicable IPC and local plumbing code requirements. Shut off the water supply and depressurize the line before cutting in the fitting. Slip connections require proper PVC primer and solvent cement applied per the cement manufacturer's instructions — do not skip priming on Schedule 40 slip joints. The FIPT branch connection should be made with PTFE tape or pipe-thread sealant on the male threads before assembly.