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Dec 20th 2025
The PVC Tee (SxSxS) is the essential junction fitting for any irrigation or plumbing system. Featuring three slip sockets of equal size, this tee allows you to split a single line into two directions or create a 90-degree branch off your main PVC pipe run. It is frequently paired with PVC 90° Elbows to route water precisely around obstacles. Whether you are building a multi-valve manifold or simply routing water to a new garden zone, this fitting provides the structural integrity and flow capacity you need.
Molded from industrial-grade Schedule 40 PVC, these tees are designed for permanent, solvent-welded connections. They resist corrosion, scaling, and UV degradation, making them suitable for both underground trench installations and above-ground pump assemblies.
Confirm your pipe size before selecting a tee.
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Product Type | PVC Tee (Standard) |
| Connection Type | Slip x Slip x Slip (All ends Socket) |
| Material | Schedule 40 PVC (White) |
| Installation Method | Solvent Weld (Glue & Primer) |
| Max Temperature | 140° F (Cold water use only) |
| MPNs Available |
401-005 (1/2") 401-007 (3/4") 401-010 (1") 401-012 (1 1/4") 401-015 (1 1/2") 401-020 (2") |
Follow these steps for a secure three-way connection.
Step 1: Dry Fit
Cut your three pipe sections squarely and deburr the edges. Assemble the tee onto the pipes without glue to ensure correct positioning and measurement.
Step 2: Prime
Disassemble. Apply Purple Primer to the outside of the pipe ends and the inside of the tee sockets.
Step 3: Glue
Apply a generous coat of PVC Glue to both the pipe and the socket.
Step 4: Assemble
Immediately push the pipe into the tee with a quarter-turn twist to distribute the cement. Hold for 30 seconds. Repeat for the other two connections.
Ensure you have the right fitting:
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