Fittings, Shapes

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Male threaded on one end with a smaller diameter female thread on the other. Inserted inside a coupling to reduce the size of the pipe. With...

Is closed on one end and fits over end of pipe run to seal a run of pipe or a fitting. Either has female threads (for galvanized pipe) or no...

Connects two lengths of pipe. Has female thread on both ends (for galvanized pipe) or no threads (for copper, PVC and other solvent-welded...

Provides a rigid installation for mounting an elbow to a wall. Usually used for installing a shower arm or washer hose valve. Some variations...

Changes the direction of the pipe, usually at a 45∫, 90∫ or 22-1/2∫ angle. Most common are elbows with female threads or solvent welds on...

Connects a pipe to a wall, floor or any flat surface. Flanges are threaded onto pipe and tightened. Four screw holes allow the flange rim to...

Any length of pipe less than 12" used to extend a run of pipe. Usually available in increments of 1", from "close" (the shortest length, where...

Also known as a repair plate. Used to repair small holes in pipes. Consists of two concave pieces of metal and a rubber gasket. The clamp is...

Is closed on one end and either has male threads (for galvanized pipe) or no threads (for PVC and other solvent welded pipe. Used to seal a run...

Attaches directly to pipe threads to reduce pipe size. Female threaded. Can refer to couplings, tees, or...

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