The Fernco (previously known as Flexseal) Plumbing Tee 90, is an essential fitting in plumbing systems, designed for creating branch lines in piping networks. This tee allows for the diversion or joining of flow from a single pipe to two different directions at a 90-degree angle, making it indispensable in both residential and commercial plumbing layouts.
Key Features
Versatile Compatibility: Universal design suitable for any pipe material, facilitating diverse plumbing connections.
Durable and Flexible Seal: Offers a reliable, watertight, and airtight seal, ensuring the integrity and efficiency of the plumbing system.
Ease of Installation: Designed for quick and straightforward installation, saving time and effort in complex plumbing jobs.
High-Quality Materials: Constructed from EPDM rubber and high-performance stainless steel clamp bands for durability and long service life.
Multiple Applications: Ideal for connecting incompatible pipe systems or differing outside diameters, and useful in low/non-pressure plumbing applications.
Specifications
Size Range: Available for pipe diameters from DN70 to DN150.
Material Composition: Made from EPDM GF Nylon and Grade 1.4301 (304) Stainless Steel, with an option for Grade 1.4401 (316) stainless steel clamps upon request.
Pressure Rating: Capable of withstanding up to 1 bar (14.5 psi).
Jetting Resistance: Resistant to jetting pressures up to 180 bar.
Temperature Range: Suitable for temperatures from -50°C to 80°C continuously, and up to 100°C intermittently.
Tightening Torque: Recommended torque of 6Nm.
Standards Compliance: Meets BS EN 681-1:1996.
SKU
Fernco Code
Common Applications
Size Range (mm)
484739
PT038
32mm PP
35mm Copper
32mm ABS
32mm PE
30 - 38
484740
PT050
40mm ABS
40 - 50
484741
PT060
54mm (2") Copper
50mm Cast Iron (SMU/Ensign/SML)
50mm Cast Iron (Soil)
50mm PVCu
50mm ABS
50mm Galvanised Steel
63mm Aluminium
50 - 60
484742
PT090
70mm Cast Iron (Ensign/SML)
75mm Cast Iron (Soil)
75mm Cast Iron (SMU)
82mm PVCu
75mm Galvanised Steel
78 - 90
484743
PT118
100mm Cast Iron (SMU/Ensign/SML)
100mm Cast Iron (Soil)
110mm PVCu
100mm Galvanised Steel
108mm (4") Copper
100mm Polyethylene
106 - 118
How and Where to Install a Plumbing Tee
Installing the Fernco Plumbing Tee 90 involves:
Preparing the Pipes: Clean the pipe ends where the tee will be fitted, ensuring they are free from debris.
Aligning the Tee: Slide the tee onto the main pipe, aligning it for the desired branching direction.
Connecting Branch Pipes: Insert the branch pipes into the open ends of the tee, ensuring a snug fit.
Securing the Connections: Tighten the stainless steel clamp bands using a nut driver or flat-head screwdriver to the recommended torque of 6Nm.
Inspecting the Tee: After securing, check the tee to ensure tight and leak-free connections at all junctions.
Downloads
Fernco Plumbing Tee 90 Datasheet
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