Value Collection 8172-030C Cpvc Bulkhead Tank Adapter 3 in

Product Description

The VALUE COLLECTION 8172-030C is a 3-inch CPVC bulkhead tank adapter designed to create a leak-tight penetration through the wall of a tank, reservoir, or vessel. Constructed from Schedule 80 CPVC, it delivers the wall thickness and pressure rating required for demanding fluid-handling applications. Both end connections are Female Iron Pipe Thread (FIPT), allowing direct connection to male-threaded pipe or fittings on each side of the tank wall. At 3.18 pounds, the fitting has the mass characteristic of a full Schedule 80 wall section. Plumbers and industrial pipefitters install this adapter where a secure, chemically resistant through-wall fitting is needed.

This bulkhead adapter is suited for residential and commercial tank installations including chemical storage tanks, water treatment vessels, holding tanks, and process reservoirs. CPVC construction makes it appropriate for hot and cold water service as well as many corrosive fluid applications where standard PVC would be limited. The FIPT x FIPT configuration accommodates threaded pipe runs entering and exiting the tank wall from both sides, a common arrangement in chemical dosing, filtration, and water storage systems.

Key Features

• Schedule 80 CPVC wall thickness for higher pressure ratings compared to Schedule 40
• FIPT x FIPT end connections accept standard male-threaded pipe from both sides of the tank wall
• CPVC material offers broad chemical resistance and suitability for elevated-temperature service
• 3-inch fitting size accommodates high-flow tank inlet and outlet applications
• Single-piece construction creates a direct, leak-resistant tank wall penetration

Compatibility

Designed as an OEM-style replacement or new-installation fitting for Schedule 80 CPVC threaded piping systems requiring a 3-inch bulkhead connection through a tank or vessel wall.

Installation Notes

Installation should be performed by a licensed plumber familiar with CPVC thermoplastic fittings and applicable codes such as the IPC. Drain and depressurize the tank completely before cutting the tank wall opening or removing an existing bulkhead fitting. Use the appropriate tank wall hole saw for a 3-inch bulkhead, and apply CPVC-compatible thread sealant or PTFE tape to all male threads before assembling. Do not over-torque threaded connections on CPVC fittings, as the material is susceptible to stress cracking from excessive mechanical force.