Value Collection 497-005 Pvc Pipe Union 1/2 in Sch 40

Product Description

The VALUE COLLECTION 497-005 is a 1/2-inch Schedule 40 PVC pipe union designed for low-pressure fluid systems in plumbing and irrigation applications. The union features an EPDM o-ring seat that creates a reliable, leak-resistant seal without the need for solvent welding at the union joint itself. Slip end connections allow for standard solvent-cement installation on both run ends. Weighing approximately 0.13 pounds, this lightweight thermoplastic fitting is suited for corrosion-resistant piping where metal fittings would degrade. Plumbers, pipefitters, and irrigation technicians install this type of fitting where future disassembly of a pipe run is required.

This union is used in residential and light commercial plumbing, pool and spa equipment piping, irrigation mainlines, and chemical-handling systems where PVC is the specified material. The slip end configuration is compatible with standard 1/2-inch Schedule 40 PVC pipe. The EPDM o-ring provides a secure seal when the union nut is hand-tightened and torqued to seat, making it practical for equipment connections that require periodic removal for service.

Key Features

• 1/2-inch fitting size with Schedule 40 pressure rating
• EPDM o-ring seat for a leak-resistant union joint without full solvent-weld disassembly
• Slip end connections on both run ends for solvent-cement installation
• PVC construction resists corrosion and chemical degradation in common plumbing fluids
• Lightweight at 0.13 pounds for easy handling in tight spaces

Compatibility

Designed as an OEM-style replacement or new-installation fitting for 1/2-inch Schedule 40 PVC piping systems using slip-end connections.

Installation Notes

Installation is performed by licensed plumbers or qualified pipefitters following local plumbing codes and IPC guidelines. Shut off and depressurize the system before cutting into any existing line. Solvent-cement both slip ends to the pipe run using PVC primer and cement appropriate for Schedule 40 pipe. Tighten the union nut by hand until seated, then apply minimal additional torque to compress the EPDM o-ring — do not over-tighten, as PVC threads can crack under excessive force.