1/2 in. SCH-40 PVC Female Adapter with Brass FNPT ASTM D2466 PVC Slip x Brass FNPT

1/2 in. SCH-40 PVC Female Adapter with Brass FNPT, ASTM D2466, PVC Slip x Brass FNPT

The 247Garden 1/2 in. SCH-40 PVC Female Adapter with Brass FNPT is designed to provide a reliable transition from solvent-weld PVC pipe to a female brass threaded connection. This hybrid fitting combines a PVC slip socket on one end with a durable brass female NPT thread on the other, making it suitable for plumbing, irrigation, water supply, equipment connections, and other applications where PVC piping needs to connect to a brass male-threaded component.

The PVC socket end is designed for use with 1/2 in. Schedule 40 PVC pipe and is solvent welded using the appropriate PVC primer and cement. The brass FNPT end provides a standard female National Pipe Thread connection for compatible 1/2 in. male-threaded fittings, valves, adapters, gauges, and other plumbing components.

Key Features

• 1/2 in. SCH-40 PVC slip x brass FNPT

• PVC socket x female brass NPT threaded connection

• ASTM D2466 PVC fitting

• Designed for connecting Schedule 40 PVC pipe to brass male-threaded components

• PVC slip socket provides a permanent solvent-weld connection

• Brass female NPT threads provide a strong, reusable threaded connection

• Suitable for plumbing, irrigation, water distribution, equipment connections, and general piping projects

• Compact design for installations where a PVC-to-metal threaded transition is required

• Compatible with standard 1/2 in. male NPT fittings and components

PVC Slip Connection

The PVC end features a socket connection designed to accept 1/2 in. Schedule 40 PVC pipe. After properly preparing the pipe and fitting, the connection is assembled with PVC primer and solvent cement to create a permanent, pressure-rated joint.

For best results, cut the PVC pipe square, remove burrs, clean the mating surfaces, apply the appropriate primer and PVC cement, and assemble according to the cement manufacturer's instructions.

Brass Female NPT Connection

The opposite end features a brass female National Pipe Thread connection. This allows the fitting to connect directly to compatible 1/2 in. male NPT components such as brass nipples, threaded valves, gauges, and other male-threaded adapters.

When making a threaded connection, use an appropriate thread sealant or PTFE tape compatible with the application. Avoid excessive tightening, which can damage threaded components or place unnecessary stress on the fitting.

PVC-to-Brass Transition

This fitting is especially useful when a PVC piping system needs to connect to a component with metal male threads. Instead of using multiple adapters, the 247Garden female adapter provides the PVC slip-to-brass FNPT transition in one fitting.

Typical applications include:

• Residential and commercial plumbing

• Irrigation systems

• Garden and greenhouse water lines

• Water distribution systems

• Pump and filtration connections

• Tank and equipment connections

• PVC piping connected to brass valves

• Pressure-water applications using compatible components

• General maintenance and plumbing projects

Professional Installation

Always verify that the pipe, fittings, sealants, cement, and connected components are suitable for the intended pressure, temperature, fluid, and application. Use PVC primer and cement specifically approved for the PVC piping system. Threaded connections should be assembled carefully to prevent cross-threading and over-tightening.

The 247Garden 1/2 in. SCH-40 PVC Female Adapter with Brass FNPT offers a practical way to connect Schedule 40 PVC pipe to standard brass male NPT components while keeping the installation compact and straightforward.

Product Type: PVC Female Adapter
Nominal Size: 1/2 in.
PVC Connection: Slip Socket
Thread Connection: Brass Female NPT, FNPT
PVC Schedule: SCH-40
Standard: ASTM D2466
Connection Configuration: PVC Slip x Brass FNPT
Application: Plumbing, irrigation, water distribution, equipment and piping connections