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1/2" Close PVC Pipe Nipple
Maintain optimal chemical distribution and leak-free performance across your wash tunnel arches with this 1/2" Close PVC Pipe Nipple. Precision-engineered from high-strength Schedule 80 PVC, this space-saving plumbing component is a vital replacement part used extensively throughout Tommy Car Wash Systems manifold and arch applicators.
In a high-capacity express tunnel, chemical arches are constantly subjected to rapid water pressure fluctuations and chemical exposure. A "close" nipple features continuous threading with no unthreaded pipe between the two ends, allowing you to connect valves, drop lines, and spray nozzles as close together as possible. This ultra-compact design ensures your arch manifolds remain streamlined, sturdy, and tightly configured within the tunnel framework.
Key features and benefits include:
- Ultra-Compact Close Design: Features continuous male NPT threading across the entire length, allowing for tight, space-saving plumbing connections within the arch framework.
- Heavy-Duty Schedule 80 PVC: Built from thick-walled, industrial-grade PVC to handle higher working pressures and resist physical impacts better than standard retail PVC.
- Corrosion & Chemical Resistant: Entirely rustproof and specifically formulated to withstand continuous exposure to low-pH pre-soaks, high-pH detergents, heated waxes, and reclaim water.
- Tapered NPT Threads: Precision-molded National Pipe Tapered (NPT) threads ensure a deep, tight, leak-proof seal when wrapped with Teflon tape or thread sealant.
- Class: 300 lb
- Color: Dark Gray
- Length: 1-1/8"
- Material: PVC
- Schedule: 80
- Size A: 1/2" M-NPT
- Size B: 1/2" M-NPT
- Specification: NSF 14, 61
- Temp. Range: 32F-140F
- Type: Close Pipe Nipple
System Applications
This 1/2" close nipple is standard utility hardware for connecting chemical feed lines, check valves, and spray nozzles on key Tommy Car Wash arches, including:
- Hot Wax Applicator: Ensures tight, rigid fluid delivery for premium, heated carnauba wax applications.
- Wrap Mitter Combo Arch: Connects the localized detergent spray bars feeding the combo cleaning components.
- Rainbow Coat Applicator: Feeds the multi-color foam manifolds for a flawless visual display and deep clean.
- Triple Coat Applicator: Handles the uniform distribution of vibrant tri-color conditioners.