Lasco Fittings 836015 1.5In PVC Schedule 80 Male Adapter

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Westlake Pipe & Fittings 836015 1.5″ PVC Schedule 80 Male Adapter

The Westlake Pipe & Fittings 836015 1.5″ PVC 80 Male Adapter is a precision-engineered pressure-rated fitting designed to provide a secure, durable, and highly reliable transition between solvent-welded PVC piping systems and threaded female connections, making it an essential component in a wide range of industrial, commercial, agricultural, and municipal fluid handling applications.

Manufactured from high-quality Schedule 80 PVC, this male adapter offers superior wall thickness, enhanced strength, and increased pressure-handling capability compared to Schedule 40 alternatives, ensuring long-term performance even in demanding environments where system integrity and safety are critical. The fitting features a 1.5-inch slip socket end that is designed for solvent cement welding to compatible Schedule 80 PVC pipe, creating a permanent, leak-resistant bond, while the opposite end is molded with precision-cut male threads that allow for easy connection to female threaded fittings, valves, pumps, or equipment ports. This dual-function design makes the adapter extremely versatile, enabling smooth transitions between different connection types without the need for additional couplings or complex installation procedures.

The robust PVC material provides excellent resistance to corrosion, rust, pitting, and scaling, which are common problems associated with metal fittings in water, chemical, and wastewater systems, thereby significantly extending service life and reducing maintenance costs. Additionally, Schedule 80 PVC is known for its excellent chemical resistance, allowing this male adapter to safely convey a wide range of fluids including potable water, industrial process water, mild acids, alkalis, salts, and many chemical solutions commonly found in manufacturing, processing plants, and treatment facilities.

The smooth interior surface of the fitting minimizes friction loss and turbulence, promoting efficient flow characteristics and helping maintain consistent system performance over time. Precision molding ensures accurate dimensions and tight tolerances, resulting in reliable thread engagement that reduces the risk of leaks when properly installed with appropriate thread sealants such as PTFE tape or compatible pipe dope. The fitting’s gray color, standard for Schedule 80 PVC, provides easy visual identification in complex piping networks, helping installers and maintenance personnel quickly distinguish pressure-rated lines from lower-rated systems.

Designed to meet applicable industry standards and specifications, the Westlake 836015 male adapter is suitable for use in both above-ground and underground installations, offering flexibility across various project requirements. Its lightweight construction compared to metal fittings simplifies handling, transport, and installation, reducing labor time and overall project costs while still delivering exceptional mechanical strength. The adapter performs reliably across a broad temperature range typical for PVC pressure systems, maintaining structural integrity and sealing capability under normal operating conditions.

Whether used in irrigation systems, water distribution networks, chemical processing lines, cooling towers, or industrial plumbing setups, this 1.5″ Schedule 80 male adapter delivers consistent performance, dependable connections, and long-term durability. Backed by Westlake Pipe & Fittings’ reputation for quality manufacturing and stringent quality control, this fitting is engineered to support demanding applications where failure is not an option, making it a trusted choice for engineers, contractors, and maintenance professionals who require high-performance PVC components that balance strength, chemical resistance, ease of installation, and cost efficiency in modern piping systems.

Westlake Pipe & Fittings is dedicated to helping contractors maximize efficiency and helping engineers design systems that entire communities can rely on.With manufacturing & distribution centers across North America, dedicated sales, technical services, specification engineers and customer support teams, our unparalleled service allows you to design, specify and install complete projects with confidence.

Westlake Pipe & Fittings 836015 1.5″ PVC Schedule 80 Male Adapter Features:

• Made from high-strength Schedule 80 PVC for increased pressure capability
• Suitable for industrial, commercial, agricultural, and municipal applications
• 1.5″ slip socket x male threaded configuration for versatile connections
• Smooth interior surface for improved flow and reduced friction loss
• Precision-molded threads for secure, leak-resistant connections
• Excellent resistance to corrosion, chemicals, and scaling
• Gray Schedule 80 color for quick system identification
• Lightweight design for easy handling and installation

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