{"product_id":"spears-401-pvc-tee-socket","title":"Spears® 401 Series PVC Tee, Socket × Socket × Socket, SCH 40, Domestic — 3\/4 in. or 1 in.","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Spears® 401 is the standard PVC tee — three solvent-weld socket ends in a T configuration, ready to branch a 3\/4 in. or 1 in. PVC lateral wherever a zone needs to split. Molded white PVC, Spears USA, domestic-manufactured to schedule 40 \/ standard dimensions, NSF-certified for potable water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy You Need a 401 Tee\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThree solvent-weld socket ends\u003c\/strong\u003e — all three openings take primed-and-cemented PVC pipe; no thread tape, no compression nut, no leak path at any of the three joints\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStraight-through × branch geometry\u003c\/strong\u003e — two collinear sockets (run) plus one 90° branch socket; lets you tee off a lateral without breaking the main run\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMolded PVC (Type I, cell class 12454)\u003c\/strong\u003e — conforms to ASTM D1784 spec; chemically resistant to soil acids, irrigation fertilizers, chlorine, and typical municipal water\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSchedule 40 \/ standard dimensions\u003c\/strong\u003e — matches any 3\/4 in. or 1 in. schedule 40 PVC pipe and fitting in the system\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eManufactured per ASTM D2466\u003c\/strong\u003e — the controlling spec for PVC pressure pipe fittings; carries the NSF-pw mark for potable water service\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpears USA, domestic manufacture\u003c\/strong\u003e — computer-stress-analyzed mold design with reinforced material at the branch saddle (the highest-stress point on any tee)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhere It Fits in the System\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIrrigation zone branching:\u003c\/strong\u003e tee off a mainline to feed a sprinkler valve manifold; tee off a lateral to add a head; split a drip-zone run into two parallel runs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePool, pond, and water-feature plumbing:\u003c\/strong\u003e branch a pump discharge to feed a return jet plus a skimmer return on the same line\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHouse plumbing (cold-water only on PVC schedule 40):\u003c\/strong\u003e tee off a cold supply for an outdoor hose bib, drip irrigation port, or expansion tank\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePump suction manifolds:\u003c\/strong\u003e tee two parallel pump suction lines together for redundant pumping, or split a single pump output to feed two zones\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWorkshop \/ hobby plumbing:\u003c\/strong\u003e compressed-air branch (use schedule 80 instead for safety), hydroponic nutrient loop, aquaponics build, RO water distribution\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSize Differences\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e3\/4 in. (Model 401-007, SKU 50813)\u003c\/strong\u003e — 3\/4 in. nominal sockets all three sides, 3-1\/8 in. overall length end-to-end on the run. The size for typical residential sprinkler laterals and drip zone branches.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e1 in. (Model 401-010, SKU 50789)\u003c\/strong\u003e — 1 in. nominal sockets all three sides, larger overall footprint. The size for sprinkler mainlines, pump discharge manifolds, and most pond \/ pool plumbing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eManufacturer: Spears Manufacturing Company\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSeries: 401 (standard SCH 40 PVC tee, socket × socket × socket)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eType: standard tee, three solvent-weld socket ends\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConfiguration: socket run × socket run × socket branch (all same nominal size)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaterial: PVC, Type I, cell class 12454, molded white\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePressure rating: matches schedule 40 PVC pipe of the same nominal size\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaximum operating temperature: 140°F (PVC service-temperature ceiling)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOrigin: domestic, U.S.A.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCertifications: NSF-pw (potable water service), Spears USA mark\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReference standard: ASTM D2466 (PVC pressure fittings); base material ASTM D1784\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuitable for: cold water only on schedule 40 PVC (for hot water above 73°F, use schedule 80 CPVC instead)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eInstallation Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDry-fit first:\u003c\/strong\u003e A three-way joint deserves a planning moment. Loosely assemble the run pipe through the tee’s straight sockets and the branch pipe into the 90° socket. Verify alignment, mark the run-pipe rotation with a pencil at the branch socket, and pull apart.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrime and cement each socket:\u003c\/strong\u003e Spears P-70 (or equivalent) PVC primer on both the pipe end and the inside of each socket. Apply medium-bodied PVC solvent cement to both surfaces. Push the pipe fully into the socket and rotate 1\/4 turn to spread the cement. Hold for 30 seconds per joint.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBranch alignment:\u003c\/strong\u003e The 90° branch socket has a small molded boss inside that the pipe shoulder seats against. As you push the branch pipe in, rotate it to your marked alignment before the cement skins over (you have about 15 seconds of working time with medium-bodied cement on 3\/4 in. and 1 in. fittings).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCure:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1 hour before low-pressure water test; 24 hours before full operating pressure. Cement-cured PVC joints are as strong as the parent pipe wall — the failure point is always the cement bond, never the fitting itself, when cement is properly applied.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe branch saddle is the highest-stress point:\u003c\/strong\u003e if a zone needs to handle water-hammer or pump-start pressure spikes, add a thrust block (poured concrete around the tee) or use a more rigid fitting like a backflow-rated tee. The 401’s rated for standard residential \/ light-commercial use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat’s in the Box\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOne Spears 401 series PVC tee in your selected nominal size (3\/4 in. or 1 in.), bulk-packed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCompatible Accessories — Sold Separately\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpears P-70 PVC primer (purple) for each socket joint\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpears PVC solvent cement (medium body for 3\/4 in. and 1 in. pipe)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSchedule 40 PVC pipe in 3\/4 in. or 1 in.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpears 436 series male adapters (MNPT × socket) to thread the tee assembly into a brass valve or pump fitting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpears 474 series insert adapters (insert × socket) for transitions to flexible poly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSchedule 40 PVC 90° elbows, 45° elbows, couplings, caps, and reducer bushings to complete the lateral run\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStop by Garoppo’s to pick one up, or schedule local delivery within our service area.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Spears","offers":[{"title":"3\/4\"","offer_id":54228674642212,"sku":"50813","price":0.59,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1\"","offer_id":54228674674980,"sku":"50789","price":2.29,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0968\/5322\/9860\/files\/spears-401-pvc-tee-socket-3-4-inch_9c15dbd8-bad9-4a35-b79b-7d0779b52529.png?v=1780511294","url":"https:\/\/garoppos.com\/products\/spears-401-pvc-tee-socket","provider":"Garoppo's Stone \u0026 Garden Center and Feed \u0026 Pet Supply","version":"1.0","type":"link"}