Value Collection 8172-005C Cpvc Bulkhead Tank Adapter 1/2 in

Product Description

The VALUE COLLECTION 8172-005C is a Schedule 80 CPVC bulkhead tank adapter designed to create a leak-tight through-wall fitting connection in tanks, reservoirs, and chemical containment vessels. Constructed from chlorinated polyvinyl chloride (CPVC), this adapter resists a broad range of corrosive chemicals and elevated temperatures that would degrade standard PVC fittings. The 1/2 inch size features female iron pipe thread (FIPT) connections on both ends, allowing threaded pipe or nipples to be installed from each side of the tank wall. Plumbers, pipefitters, and industrial maintenance techs install this type of fitting where piping must pass through a tank panel and maintain a sealed joint.

This bulkhead adapter is suited for residential and light commercial applications involving chemical storage, water treatment tanks, pool and spa equipment, irrigation supply vessels, and similar fluid-handling systems where CPVC material compatibility is required. Schedule 80 wall thickness provides added pressure-rated strength compared to Schedule 40, making it appropriate for installations where elevated internal pressures or mechanical stress at the tank wall are a consideration. The FIPT x FIPT end configuration accommodates standard threaded pipe and fittings on both the interior and exterior sides of the tank.

Key Features

• Schedule 80 CPVC construction for enhanced pressure rating and chemical resistance
• FIPT x FIPT end connections accept standard threaded pipe on both sides of the tank wall
• 1/2 inch fitting size for common small-diameter piping runs
• CPVC material handles corrosive fluids and higher service temperatures versus standard PVC
• Bulkhead-style design seals against tank walls to prevent leaks at the penetration point

Compatibility

Designed as an OEM-style replacement or new-installation fitting for Schedule 80 CPVC threaded piping systems in tank and vessel applications requiring a bulkhead-style penetration fitting.

Installation Notes

Installation should be performed by a licensed plumber or qualified pipefitter familiar with CPVC threaded fittings and applicable plumbing codes. Drain and depressurize the tank completely before cutting or modifying the tank wall. Use CPVC-compatible thread sealant or PTFE tape rated for the service fluid — do not use solvents or adhesives intended for PVC on CPVC fittings. Verify the tank wall thickness falls within the clamping range of the bulkhead nut before final assembly.