Value Collection 897-003 Pvc Pipe Union 3/8 in Sch 80 Slip

Product Description

The VALUE COLLECTION 897-003 is a Schedule 80 PVC pipe union designed for 3/8-inch pipe systems using slip end connections. The union incorporates an EPDM O-ring seat that creates a reliable, leak-resistant joint while allowing the line to be broken and reassembled without cutting pipe. Schedule 80 wall thickness makes this fitting suitable for higher-pressure applications where standard Schedule 40 fittings are not adequate. Plumbers and pipefitters use this union in chemical distribution, irrigation, industrial process lines, and other systems where PVC is the specified material.

This union is appropriate for residential and light commercial plumbing and process piping applications where 3/8-inch PVC Schedule 80 fittings are required. The slip end connection style accepts solvent-welded pipe ends, which is standard practice in PVC system installation. The EPDM O-ring provides a secondary seal at the union joint and is compatible with a wide range of water-based and mildly aggressive media commonly handled in PVC piping systems.

Key Features

• Schedule 80 PVC construction for higher pressure and impact resistance compared to Schedule 40
• EPDM O-ring seat provides a reliable secondary seal at the union joint
• Slip end connections accept solvent-welded 3/8-inch PVC pipe
• Union design allows the pipeline to be disassembled and reassembled without cutting
• Lightweight at 0.11 pounds, suitable for confined spaces and overhead runs

Compatibility

Designed as an OEM-style replacement or new-installation fitting for 3/8-inch Schedule 80 PVC piping systems using slip end connections.

Installation Notes

Installation should be performed by a licensed plumber or qualified pipefitter familiar with PVC solvent cementing procedures. Depressurize and drain the line fully before disassembly or installation. Use a PVC-rated primer and solvent cement appropriate for Schedule 80 fittings, and follow cure times specified by the cement manufacturer before returning the system to pressure. Do not overtighten the union nut, as PVC threads can crack under excess torque.