Avonplast UPVC 1-1/2″ FTA (Brass)

The Avonplast UPVC 1-1/2″ FTA (Female Threaded Adapter) with Brass Insert is a key component used in UPVC (Unplasticized Polyvinyl Chloride) piping systems. Here’s an overview of its features and functions:

• Material: The FTA body is made of UPVC, a rigid plastic known for its durability, chemical resistance, and suitability for conveying fluids. The brass insert provides additional strength and stability to the threaded portion of the adapter.
• Design: The FTA features female threads on one end and a socket connection on the other end. The female threads allow it to be easily screwed onto male-threaded components such as pipes, valves, or fittings. The socket end is designed to accept the plain end of a UPVC pipe, providing a secure, solvent-welded connection.
• Function: The primary function of the FTA is to provide a transition between threaded and solvent-welded connections in a UPVC piping system. It allows for easy installation and disassembly of components while ensuring a leak-proof and secure connection between pipes and fittings.
• Installation: Installation involves threading the FTA onto a male-threaded component using thread sealant or tape to ensure a tight seal. The plain end of a UPVC pipe is then inserted into the socket end of the FTA and solvent-welded in place using UPVC solvent cement.
• Applications: The UPVC FTA is suitable for a wide range of applications in residential, commercial, and industrial plumbing systems where UPVC piping is used. It can be used in water supply systems, irrigation systems, chemical processing plants, and more.
• Size: The FTA is designed to accommodate UPVC pipes with a nominal diameter of 1-1/2 inches, ensuring compatibility with standard-sized pipes and fittings commonly used in UPVC plumbing installations.
• Corrosion Resistance: The UPVC material provides excellent resistance to corrosion, rust, and chemical degradation, ensuring long-term performance and reliability even in harsh environments.

Overall, the Avonplast UPVC 1-1/2″ FTA with Brass Insert offers a reliable and durable solution for transitioning between threaded and solvent-welded connections in UPVC piping systems. Its robust construction, threaded design, and corrosion-resistant properties make it an essential component in various plumbing applications.