{"product_id":"spears-402-101-pvc-reducing-tee-3-4-x-3-4-x-1-2-socket-socket-fnpt","title":"Spears® 402-101 Reducing Tee, 3\/4 in. × 3\/4 in. × 1\/2 in., Socket × Socket × FNPT, SCH 40, PVC, Domestic","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Spears® 402-101 is the reducer-tee crews reach for when a 3\/4 in. PVC lateral needs to feed a 1\/2 in. female-NPT-threaded riser without an extra bushing in the stack. Two slip-socket ends solvent-weld onto 3\/4 in. schedule 40 PVC pipe (the run); the perpendicular branch is a 1\/2 in. female NPT thread (the riser drop). Molded white PVC, Spears USA marking, domestic-manufactured to ASTM D2466.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy You'd Reach for the 402-101\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThree jobs in one fitting\u003c\/strong\u003e — tees the run into a 90° branch AND reduces the branch from the 3\/4 in. run size down to a 1\/2 in. threaded port; no separate reducer bushing required\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSolvent-weld socket on both run ends\u003c\/strong\u003e — primed and cemented for chemically-welded joints to 3\/4 in. schedule 40 PVC pipe; no thread tape, no rubber gasket, no leak path on the through-run\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFemale NPT thread on the branch\u003c\/strong\u003e — receives a 1\/2 in. male-threaded fitting (sprinkler head riser, brass nipple, pop-up adapter, drip manifold inlet, threaded valve outlet)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMolded PVC (Type I, cell class 12454)\u003c\/strong\u003e — conforms to ASTM D1784; 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. 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 junction and the thread base\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\u003eSprinkler head risers (the classic use):\u003c\/strong\u003e Run a 3\/4 in. PVC lateral underground in a straight line, drop a 402-101 inline anywhere a head is needed, then thread a 1\/2 in. male-NPT pop-up riser or nipple into the branch. Keeps the lateral straight and dropping heads only where you want them.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDrip irrigation submains:\u003c\/strong\u003e branch a drip submain off a buried 3\/4 in. PVC lateral into a 1\/2 in. threaded port that feeds a pressure regulator or filter assembly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEquipment port drops:\u003c\/strong\u003e tap a 3\/4 in. PVC supply line for a 1\/2 in. female NPT pickup feeding a filter housing inlet, pressure tank port, or hose bib.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eManifold branching:\u003c\/strong\u003e when a 3\/4 in. PVC manifold feeds multiple 1\/2 in. threaded outlets, chain 402-101 tees inline rather than stacking 90° elbows + reducer bushings.\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\u003eManufacturer part number: 402-101\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFirst Supply item number: P40SFTFFD\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSeries: 402 (standard SCH 40 PVC reducing tee, socket × socket × female NPT)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eType: reducing tee, slip socket × slip socket × female NPT thread\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRun size: 3\/4 in. × 3\/4 in. (both socket ends)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBranch size: 1\/2 in. female NPT thread\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 run size (cold water service)\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 standards: ASTM D2466 (PVC pressure fittings); base material ASTM D1784; threads per ANSI \/ ASME B1.20.1\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUPC: 10054211147525 (case GTIN-14)\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\u003eSocket ends onto PVC pipe (the run):\u003c\/strong\u003e Dry-fit the tee in the line first to verify orientation — once cemented, the branch direction is locked. Apply Spears P-70 (or equivalent) PVC primer to 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 each joint for 30 seconds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFemale NPT thread (the branch):\u003c\/strong\u003e 2 to 3 wraps of PTFE thread tape (or pipe dope) on the MALE fitting that threads into the 402-101's female port. Hand-tighten plus 1 to 2 turns with a strap wrench. \u003cstrong\u003eDO NOT over-tighten.\u003c\/strong\u003e PVC female threads can split if you crank a male fitting too hard. If the joint leaks at proper torque, replace the tape and try again — don't keep tightening. Over-tightening is the #1 cause of cracked PVC female-thread ports in the field.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlan branch direction before cementing:\u003c\/strong\u003e The branch port can be rotated to any angle around the run centerline before cement sets. Mark the orientation while dry-fitting, then prime and cement. With medium-bodied cement you get ~15 seconds of working time on 3\/4 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat’s in the Box\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOne Spears 402-101 PVC reducing tee, 3\/4 in. × 3\/4 in. × 1\/2 in., socket × socket × female NPT, 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 the socket joints\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpears PVC solvent cement (medium body for 3\/4 in. pipe)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePTFE thread tape (white for PVC; pink heavy-duty for stainless \/ metal-on-metal)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSchedule 40 PVC pipe in 3\/4 in. for the run ends\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1\/2 in. male-NPT-threaded sprinkler head risers and pop-up nipples\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpears 406 series straight 90° elbows (3\/4 in. socket × socket) for non-branching turns in the same line\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpears 401 series same-size tees, 407 series reducing elbows, couplings to complete the 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\"x3\/4\"x1\/2\"","offer_id":54309111693604,"sku":"50803","price":0.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0968\/5322\/9860\/files\/spears-402-101-reducing-tee-3-4-x-3-4-x-1-2-inch_00f7f874-8938-475e-96d7-1e5f8139d7ce.png?v=1780578877","url":"https:\/\/garoppos.com\/products\/spears-402-101-pvc-reducing-tee-3-4-x-3-4-x-1-2-socket-socket-fnpt","provider":"Garoppo's Stone \u0026 Garden Center and Feed \u0026 Pet Supply","version":"1.0","type":"link"}