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Description
This premium PVCu Y bend plain metric fitting is designed to create smooth, angled junctions within rigid pipework systems, allowing you to divert or branch flows efficiently. Manufactured from high-quality unplasticised PVC, it offers a lightweight yet robust solution for building and industrial pipe installations where reliability and ease of handling are essential.
Ideal for use in water distribution, process lines, drainage and general services pipework, this 50mm Y bend fitting provides excellent corrosion resistance and dependable performance at elevated temperatures. Its plain socket ends are ready for solvent-weld installation, delivering a secure, leak-resistant connection in both new builds and retrofit projects.
Product Features
- Metric 50mm PVCu Y bend fitting for creating a clean, angled branch in pipe runs.
- Plain (socket) ends designed for solvent-weld joints with compatible 50mm metric pipe.
- Lightweight construction for easier handling and quicker installation on site.
- High corrosion resistance against water, many chemicals and common process media.
- Good temperature resistance suitable for a range of cold and moderately hot service applications.
- Precision-moulded for accurate alignment and consistent internal bore to support smooth flow.
- Durable, rigid PVCu material engineered for long service life in building and industrial systems.
Key Features and Benefits
- Simplifies branching pipework by providing a ready-made Y junction, reducing the need for multiple fittings.
- Plain metric ends enable fast, secure solvent-weld bonding, saving installation time and labour costs.
- Resists corrosion and scaling, helping to maintain flow efficiency and reduce long-term maintenance.
- Lightweight PVCu construction reduces strain on supports and is easier to transport and handle on site.
- Smooth internal surfaces minimise pressure loss and turbulence, improving system performance.
- Non-metallic body avoids rust and is suitable for many water and chemical handling applications where metal fittings are less suited.
Specifications
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Product type | Y bend plain metric pipe fitting |
| Material | Unplasticised PVC (PVCu) |
| Nominal pipe size | 50mm metric |
| Connection type | Plain socket ends for solvent-weld bonding |
| Typical applications | Water distribution, drainage, light chemical duties, general services |
| Corrosion resistance | High resistance to water and many common process chemicals |
Applications and Ideal Uses
This PVCu Y bend fitting is suitable for a wide range of building services and light industrial pipework where a durable, corrosion-resistant branch connection is required.
- Domestic and commercial cold water distribution systems.
- Light industrial process and service pipework for non-aggressive media.
- Drainage and waste systems requiring a branched connection.
- Aquatic, irrigation or horticultural pipe networks in greenhouses or nurseries.
- General building and maintenance projects using 50mm metric PVCu pipe.
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of pipe is this 50mm PVCu Y bend compatible with?
This fitting is designed for use with 50mm metric PVCu pressure or general service pipe with matching outside diameter. It should be solvent-welded using a suitable PVCu cleaner and adhesive for a secure, leak-resistant joint.
Can this Y bend be used for hot water systems?
The fitting offers good temperature resistance and is suitable for cold and moderately hot water, within the normal temperature limits for PVCu systems. It is not intended for very high temperature or steam applications; always check that your system operating temperature falls within PVCu guidelines.
Is this PVCu Y bend suitable for outdoor or buried installation?
Yes, PVCu has good weathering and corrosion resistance, so the fitting can be used outdoors and in buried pipework when correctly installed. For underground use, ensure it is properly supported and backfilled, and follow any relevant installation standards for your application.