Barbed Reducing Tee

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Description

Branch Off and Reduce. Simplify Your System Design.

The Barbed Reducing Tee is a critical component for customizing the layout of large-scale irrigation systems. It allows you to split your main water line into two directions while simultaneously reducing the tubing size on the branch (or run), eliminating the need for extra bushings or reducers. This fitting is essential for feeding smaller zones from a larger header using Polyethylene Tubing.

Constructed from durable grey Schedule 40 PVC, these tees feature sharp, aggressive barbs on all three ends. This ensures a tight, professional-grade connection that resists pull-out. To guarantee a leak-proof seal under the pressure fluctuations of a commercial system, we recommend securing all connection points with stainless steel worm gear clamps.

Why Choose Dura Barbed Tees?

Efficient Layouts: Combine the function of a tee and a reducer in one fitting, saving money and reducing potential leak points.
High-Flow Performance: The smooth interior bore allows for maximum flow efficiency, ensuring water reaches the end of your lines with minimal pressure loss.
Heavy-Duty Construction: Molded from high-impact Schedule 40 PVC, these fittings are designed to withstand harsh weather, UV exposure, and underground burial.
Secure "Bite": The deep multi-barb design grips the inner wall of the tubing securely, providing a robust connection point for agricultural applications.
Versatile Configurations: Available in various sizes (e.g., 1" x 1" x 3/4") to perfectly match your specific system requirements.

Technical Specifications

Detailed specs for precision planning.

Specification	Details
Product Type	Barbed Reducing Tee (Insert x Insert x Insert)
Connection Style	Barbed Insert (Fits inside tubing)
Material	Grey Schedule 40 PVC
Fastening Requirement	Requires Worm Gear Clamps on ALL ends
Tubing Compatibility	Polyethylene (Oval Hose or Standard Poly)
Common Brand Names	Dura, Lasco

How to Install: A Step-by-Step Guide

Follow these steps to create a secure 3-way connection.

Step 1: Prep the Tubing
Cut your main line where the tee will be installed, and prepare your branch line. Ensure all cuts are square. For larger tubing, dip the ends in hot water to soften them for easier insertion.

Step 2: Position the Clamps
Slide a stainless steel worm gear clamp onto all three sections of tubing before inserting the fitting.

Step 3: Insert the Tee
Push the barbed ends firmly into the tubing. Ensure you match the correct tubing size to the correct port on the reducing tee (e.g., larger tubing on the run, smaller tubing on the branch).

Step 4: Secure the Connection
Slide the clamps into position over the barbs (do not clamp at the very edge). Tighten all three clamps firmly with a nut driver.

✔ Compatibility Check

Verify your tubing sizes:

Insert Fittings: Sized by the tubing's Inside Diameter (ID).
Reducing Feature: Ensure you buy the tee that matches both your main line and your branch line sizes.
Clamps Required: You must use metal worm gear clamps for a reliable, pressure-rated seal.
It will NOT fit standard PVC Pipe (requires glue) or garden hose threads.