PVC Deflection /Bend

piranhaman00 · Mar 18, 2023

Hello,

plumbing question. My 90s were ever so off on a new plumbing project that the unions are off slightly. I can of course easily connect them but the true state of the pipe is to be off by 3/4” or so. Is there a problem with this? I can’t imagine so as pvc is flexible. Thanks

Asm481 · Mar 18, 2023

That is not a problem at all. You could apply a little heat with it hooked up to relieve stress if it makes you feel good but I wouldn't worry about it.

exnisstech · Mar 18, 2023

I agree with @Asm481

thatmanMIKEson · Mar 18, 2023

Heat them like suggested, or cut in a coupling and rotate the pipe.

thatmanMIKEson · Mar 18, 2023

All of Those are all furniture grade fittings I would be careful leaving them under any pulling pressure, and be careful not to bump them, if you want it set up for years. I would use sch40 fittings not furniture grade.

Something like these

1/2" Black Schedule 40 PVC 90 Elbow - Socket (406-005B)

Buy 1/2" black schedule 40 PVC 90 elbows online. Best prices on black PVC parts for all uses. Order today for quick shipping direct to you!

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CK00020 · Mar 18, 2023

As long as it doesn’t leak, you should be fine

piranhaman00 · Mar 18, 2023

thatmanMIKEson said:
All of Those are all furniture grade fittings I would be careful leaving them under any pulling pressure, and be careful not to bump them, if you want it set up for years. I would use sch40 fittings not furniture grade.

Something like these

1/2" Black Schedule 40 PVC 90 Elbow - Socket (406-005B)

Buy 1/2" black schedule 40 PVC 90 elbows online. Best prices on black PVC parts for all uses. Order today for quick shipping direct to you!

www.pvcfittingsonline.com

Furniture grade is schedule 40 no?

thatmanMIKEson · Mar 18, 2023

piranhaman00 said:
Furniture grade is schedule 40 no?

Does it say schedule 40? It has no markings correct? I am not sure if there's a difference in strength or just sun light, don't worry just yet lol .

What is the difference between standard PVC pipe and furniture-grade PVC pipe? | U.S. Plastic

What is the difference between standard PVC pipe and fittings and furniture-grade PVC pipe and fittings?

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Furniture Grade PVC

What is furniture grade PVC? PVC pipe was designed in the 1920’s to be lighter, cheaper, and easier to use than old style metal and cement piping. Builders and plumbers loved how quickly they could install it, and how well the pipe held up over time. Over the years PVC has become a household...

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thatmanMIKEson · Mar 18, 2023

Looks to be approved

, but still relieve the pressure that you pointed out, with any pvc this is a good idea. That's at your union it's probably best to have it straight on as can be, to prevent possible leaks there.

I brought this up to expand our thinking as a group

Using Furniture Grade PVC in Aquariums

Furniture Grade PVC pipe and fittings are entirely safe for aquarium use; they do not contain heavy metals, phthalates, or other harmful substances found in off-brand PVC fittings and pipes. In addition, the colorant of the PVC is impregnated into the resin and will not leach color or other...

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piranhaman00 · Mar 18, 2023

thatmanMIKEson said:
Does it say schedule 40? It has no markings correct? I am not sure if there's a difference in strength or just sun light, don't worry just yet lol .

What is the difference between standard PVC pipe and furniture-grade PVC pipe? | U.S. Plastic

What is the difference between standard PVC pipe and fittings and furniture-grade PVC pipe and fittings?

www.usplastic.com

Furniture Grade PVC

What is furniture grade PVC? PVC pipe was designed in the 1920’s to be lighter, cheaper, and easier to use than old style metal and cement piping. Builders and plumbers loved how quickly they could install it, and how well the pipe held up over time. Over the years PVC has become a household...

www.pvcfittingsonline.com

Why would you post if you don’t know what you are talking about? Furniture grade is the same size as schedule 40,

thatmanMIKEson · Mar 18, 2023

piranhaman00 said:
Why would you post if you don’t know what you are talking about? Furniture grade is the same size as schedule 40,

Well to get a little abrasive I do know a little bit I brought it up because it's something to think about and no it's not sch 40

piranhaman00 · Mar 18, 2023

thatmanMIKEson said:
Looks to be approved , but still relieve the pressure that you pointed out, with any pvc this is a good idea. That's at your union it's probably best to have it straight on as can be, to prevent possible leaks there.

I brought this up to expand our thinking as a group

Using Furniture Grade PVC in Aquariums

Furniture Grade PVC pipe and fittings are entirely safe for aquarium use; they do not contain heavy metals, phthalates, or other harmful substances found in off-brand PVC fittings and pipes. In addition, the colorant of the PVC is impregnated into the resin and will not leach color or other...

formufit.com

Yup I got these fittings from them after reading the article, thanks for posting.

thatmanMIKEson · Mar 18, 2023

piranhaman00 said:
Why would you post if you don’t know what you are talking about? Furniture grade is the same size as schedule 40,

And I do know what I'm doing that's why I've never had to ask anyone a silly question about plumbing

Sean Clark · Mar 18, 2023

While everyone else is discussing the slight offset my eye is twitching at the white reducer fittings going into/out of the tee.

piranhaman00 · Mar 18, 2023

thatmanMIKEson said:
Well to get a little abrasive I do know a little bit I brought it up because it's something to think about and no it's not sch 40

No it’s not schedule 40 but same size is all