Simple plumbing question.

ShootMe · 01/09/2009, 09:34 PM

Right now I have a solid pvc pipe as my drain line, I want to change it so that it starts as a solid pvc pipe but changes to a flexible tube to allow for easier plumbing. What is the best way to connect a flexible tube to a plastic pvc pipe?

It is a 1" pvc pipe.

tkeracer619 · 01/09/2009, 09:42 PM

1" slip to threaded adaptor and teflon tape. (plumbing section)

1" barbed fitting. (sprinkler section)

1" flexible hose. (kitchen plumbing section)

Good old Home Depot..... been there way to many times.

ShootMe · 01/09/2009, 09:52 PM

Thank you so much. That will make the job a lot easier.

tkeracer619 · 01/09/2009, 10:07 PM

No problem at all. Glad I could help.

One thing you might consider while doing this is converting your return line to partial flex hose as well if it already isn't. You will reduce noise from the return pump.

kevin adams · 01/09/2009, 10:55 PM

go to a pool supply place and ask for "spa Flex" it's flexible PVC pipe that you can glue into PVC fittings, i just piped my system up with it about 10 minutes ago.

kevin adams · 01/09/2009, 10:57 PM

btw, try to avoid teflon tape on PVC fittings, it will cause the fitting to crack when tightening

ShootMe · 01/13/2009, 09:20 PM

Thank you for the advice.

das75 · 01/13/2009, 09:37 PM

a rigid/flex question here I put up a picture of my mix

01/09/2009, 09:34 PM	#1
ShootMe Registered Member Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Fairfax, VA Posts: 215	Simple plumbing question. Right now I have a solid pvc pipe as my drain line, I want to change it so that it starts as a solid pvc pipe but changes to a flexible tube to allow for easier plumbing. What is the best way to connect a flexible tube to a plastic pvc pipe? It is a 1" pvc pipe. __________________ "I plan to live Forever, so far, so good"

01/09/2009, 09:42 PM	#2
tkeracer619 Registered Member Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Westminster, CO Posts: 17,289	1" slip to threaded adaptor and teflon tape. (plumbing section) 1" barbed fitting. (sprinkler section) 1" flexible hose. (kitchen plumbing section) Good old Home Depot..... been there way to many times. __________________ Hobby Experience: 9200ish gallons, 26 skimmers, and a handful of Kent Scrapers. Current Tank: Vortech Powered 600G SPS Tank w/ 100gal frag tank & 100g Sump. RK2-RK10 Skimmer. ReefAngel. Radium 20k.

01/09/2009, 09:52 PM	#3
ShootMe Registered Member Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Fairfax, VA Posts: 215	Thank you so much. That will make the job a lot easier. __________________ "I plan to live Forever, so far, so good"

01/09/2009, 10:07 PM	#4
tkeracer619 Registered Member Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Westminster, CO Posts: 17,289	No problem at all. Glad I could help. One thing you might consider while doing this is converting your return line to partial flex hose as well if it already isn't. You will reduce noise from the return pump. __________________ Hobby Experience: 9200ish gallons, 26 skimmers, and a handful of Kent Scrapers. Current Tank: Vortech Powered 600G SPS Tank w/ 100gal frag tank & 100g Sump. RK2-RK10 Skimmer. ReefAngel. Radium 20k.

01/13/2009, 09:20 PM	#7
ShootMe Registered Member Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Fairfax, VA Posts: 215	Thank you for the advice. __________________ "I plan to live Forever, so far, so good"

01/09/2009, 10:55 PM	#5
kevin adams Registered Member Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: louisiana USA Posts: 8	go to a pool supply place and ask for "spa Flex" it's flexible PVC pipe that you can glue into PVC fittings, i just piped my system up with it about 10 minutes ago.

01/09/2009, 10:57 PM	#6
kevin adams Registered Member Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: louisiana USA Posts: 8	btw, try to avoid teflon tape on PVC fittings, it will cause the fitting to crack when tightening

01/13/2009, 09:37 PM	#8
das75 Registered Member Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: Edmonton AB Posts: 2,269	a rigid/flex question here I put up a picture of my mix