4 Popular Applications for True Union Ball Valves
PVC true union ball valves are a versatile valve. They allow fluid to flow through when in the "on" position and completely stop it when in the "off" position; all...
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How Strong is PVC Pipe?
Table of contents Tensile Strength Burst Pressure Collapse Pressure The above is a question very commonly asked. While it may seem like a simple question, how to define the strength...
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PVC Fittings Guide
Table of contents Pipe Fittings Sizes PVC End Types and Adhesives Furniture Grade Fittings vs. Regular Fittings PVC Fittings - Descriptions and Applications Tees Elbows Crosses Couplings and Unions Caps and...
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PVC End Types Explained
Table of contents Sockets and Spigots Female and Male Threaded Barbed Insert Inside Connectors Flange SSS, SST, SS, ST, etc. If you've worked with PVC pipe for any length of...
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What Fittings Go Inside PVC Pipe?
Table of contents Pipe Extenders Inside Connectors Installing Interior Fittings FAQs Related Blogs Most PVC fittings go outside pipe. This makes sense because, regardless of schedule, all PVC pipe of...
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What is a Swing Check Valve?
There are many different types of valves, all with slightly different purposes. One of the most common and useful valves available is the swing check valve. This valve is designed...
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What's the Deal with True Union Ball Check Valves?
In some applications, you want to prevent reverse flow through pipes. For these types of applications, true union ball check valves are perfect. But what are these valves and what exactly do...
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Is CPVC & PVC Pipe UV Resistant?
CPVC and PVC pipes are made out of very strong and versatile materials. It is hard to believe that they are not completely resistant to UV rays. Chlorinated Polyvinyl Chloride...
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Can I use a check valve on a drain line to stop flow from coming back up?
Short Answer: Not usually. In many cases, check valves do not function properly on a drain line due to the orientation of the pipe line and the lack of water pressure....
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What Kind of PVC Fitting Do I Need?
Finding the right fit of PVC can be a hassle when you are working on a project. The biggest issue is the sizing is not always accurate. If you look...
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All About PVC Flanges
Piecing together a connection with flanges can be tough. Do you use a bolt kit or stud pack? Do you always use a gasket? At PVC Fittings Online we get...
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How Clear is "Clear PVC"?
When PVC was first created by Eugen Baumann in the 1800's, there wasn't a big concern about what it looked like. This versatile material is on its own very brittle...
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What is DWV Pipe?
Table of contents How Do DWV Parts Differ from Standard PVC? FAQs Related Blogs If you've been in the market for PVC pipe and fittings you may have come across...
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