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1" Male NPT PVC Schedule 80 Close Nipple
The Spears #884-005 is a corrosion-resistant, high-strength component commonly used in the All-In-One Pump Station and 400 Gallon Water Tank Units
This close nipple is crucial for making tight, secure connections between adjacent female-threaded ports, often found in pump manifolds or tank plumbing penetrations. Being a "close" nipple, the threads run its full 1−1/2" length, maximizing its connection stability.
Constructed from Gray PVC Schedule 80, this fitting is designed for commercial durability. The Schedule 80 rating signifies thicker walls and higher strength, giving it a 300 lb class rating suitable for medium-pressure applications. The PVC material is a key asset in the car wash environment, as it guarantees the nipple will not rust, scale, pit, or corrode from constant exposure to water and chemicals. This makes the fitting lightweight, maintenance-free, and easy to install for creating a leak-free system designed for long-term use.
Key features and benefits include:
- Corrosion & Chemical Proof: Heavy-wall dark gray Schedule 80 PVC formulation eliminates rust, pitting, and scale buildup caused by harsh detergents, reclaimed water, and chemical dosing agents.
- Ultra-Compact Close Length: Fully threaded male NPT design minimizes distance between connected components for tight backroom pump rack layouts.
- High-Strength Schedule 80 Wall: Provides superior hydrostatic strength and impact resistance compared to standard Schedule 40 fittings.
- Precision Tapered Threads: 1" Male NPT threads meet ANSI/ASME B1.20.1 standards to deliver tight, leak-proof seals when properly torqued with thread sealant.
- Industry Standards Compliant: Certified to ASTM D2467, ASTM D1784, and NSF/ANSI Standard 14/61 for plastic piping components.
- Manufacturer Part No.: Spears 884-005
- Product Type: Close Nipple
- Material: PVC Plastic
- Schedule: Schedule 80 / XH
- Nominal Size: 1"
- Connection Ends: 1" Male NPT on Both Ends (MNPT × MNPT)
- Length: Close (1−1/2")
- Pressure Class: 300 lb
- Operating Temp. Range: 32F−140F
- Color: Gray (Dark Gray)
- Method of Manufacture: Molded
- Features: Corrosion Resistant, Lightweight, Maintenance Free
- Tight Coupling: "Close" length is ideal for bridging short gaps between components in pump stations and tank manifolds.
- Corrosion Proof: PVC Schedule 80 construction ensures long life without rust or scale in wet environments.
- High Strength: Schedule 80 thickness provides added durability over Schedule 40 fittings.
- Lightweight & Easy: Simplifies installation and assembly of complex plumbing units.