Avonplast CPVC FTA 1-1/4″ Fittings

The Avonplast CPVC FTA (Female Threaded Adapter) 1-1/4″ fitting is a component used in CPVC (Chlorinated Polyvinyl Chloride) piping systems. Here’s an overview of its features and functions:

1. Material: Made from CPVC, a thermoplastic known for its excellent resistance to corrosion, high temperatures, and chemical exposure. CPVC is commonly used in hot and cold water distribution systems.
2. Size: The fitting has a nominal size of 1-1/4 inches, indicating the diameter of the pipe it connects. This size matches standard CPVC pipe sizes, ensuring compatibility and a secure fit.
3. Design: The FTA fitting features a female-threaded socket on one end, allowing it to be connected to a male-threaded pipe or fitting. The other end is solvent welded or glued to a CPVC pipe using CPVC cement, creating a permanent, leak-proof bond.
4. Function: The primary function of the FTA fitting is to adapt from a male-threaded connection to a CPVC pipe. It allows for the transition between different pipe sizes or types, enabling the extension or modification of CPVC piping systems.
5. Application: FTA fittings are commonly used in residential, commercial, and industrial plumbing systems for various applications, including water supply, drainage, and fluid transfer. They can be installed in both indoor and outdoor settings.
6. Corrosion Resistance: CPVC material provides excellent resistance to corrosion, chemical degradation, and scaling, ensuring long-term durability and reliability in diverse water conditions and environments.
7. Installation: Installation involves solvent welding or gluing the FTA fitting to a CPVC pipe using CPVC cement. Proper preparation of the pipe and fitting surfaces, as well as adequate curing time, is essential to achieve a strong, leak-proof joint.

In summary, the Avonplast CPVC FTA 1-1/4″ fitting offers a durable, corrosion-resistant solution for adapting from a male-threaded connection to a CPVC pipe, facilitating the extension and modification of CPVC piping systems with confidence in long-term performance and reliability.