{"product_id":"spears-407-pvc-reducing-90-degree-elbow-socket-fnpt","title":"Spears® 407 Series PVC Reducing 90° Elbow, Socket × Female NPT, SCH 40, Domestic — 3 Size Combinations","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Spears® 407 is the right-angle reducer that handles two things in one fitting: a 90° turn AND a transition from one size of solvent-weld PVC to a smaller female NPT thread. One end is a slip socket (cement onto schedule 40 PVC pipe); the other is a female NPT thread (thread a male fitting in). The thread end is smaller than the socket end — this is a reducing fitting designed for sprinkler riser drops and equipment-port transitions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy You'd Reach for a 407\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOne fitting does two jobs\u003c\/strong\u003e — combines a 90° bend AND a size reduction in a single part; no separate reducer bushing + elbow stack\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSolvent-weld socket on the large end\u003c\/strong\u003e — primed and cemented for a chemically-welded joint to schedule 40 PVC pipe\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFemale NPT thread on the small end\u003c\/strong\u003e — receives a male-threaded fitting (sprinkler head riser, brass nipple, threaded valve outlet, etc.)\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 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 both the bend 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:\u003c\/strong\u003e the classic use. Run a 3\/4 in. or 1 in. PVC lateral underground, then use a 407 reducer elbow to bring the line up and out to a 1\/2 in. female-NPT-threaded sprinkler head riser or pop-up nipple.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDrip irrigation drops:\u003c\/strong\u003e branch a drip submain off a buried PVC lateral into a smaller threaded port that feeds a drip manifold or pressure regulator.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEquipment port transitions:\u003c\/strong\u003e pump suction \/ discharge, filter housing inlets, pressure tank ports — many take female NPT in a smaller size than the upstream PVC.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHose bib and frost-free hydrant feeds:\u003c\/strong\u003e route a buried PVC supply to a wall-mounted hose bib that uses 1\/2 in. or 3\/4 in. female NPT.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSize Combinations\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e3\/4 in. × 1\/2 in. (Model 407-101, SKU 50815)\u003c\/strong\u003e — 3\/4 in. slip socket on the run side, 1\/2 in. female NPT on the branch. Drop a 3\/4 in. lateral to a 1\/2 in. sprinkler head riser. The most common reducer elbow in residential sprinkler work.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e1 in. × 1\/2 in. (Model 407-130, SKU 50818)\u003c\/strong\u003e — 1 in. slip socket on the run side, 1\/2 in. female NPT on the branch. Drop a 1 in. mainline directly to a 1\/2 in. sprinkler riser without an intermediate coupling.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e1 in. × 3\/4 in. (Model 407-131, SKU 50819)\u003c\/strong\u003e — 1 in. slip socket on the run side, 3\/4 in. female NPT on the branch. Transition a 1 in. lateral down to a 3\/4 in. threaded port for hose bibs, drip submains, or equipment connections.\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: 407 (standard SCH 40 PVC reducing 90° elbow, socket × female NPT)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eType: reducing 90-degree elbow, slip socket × female NPT thread\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBend angle: 90°\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 larger (socket) 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 standards: ASTM D2466 (PVC pressure fittings); base material ASTM D1784; threads per ANSI \/ ASME B1.20.1\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 end onto PVC pipe:\u003c\/strong\u003e Spears P-70 (or equivalent) PVC primer on both the pipe end and the inside of the 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 the joint for 30 seconds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFemale NPT thread:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2 to 3 wraps of PTFE thread tape (or pipe dope) on the MALE fitting that threads into the 407'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 407 fittings in the field.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlan rotation before cementing:\u003c\/strong\u003e The 90° reducing elbow can be rotated to any angle around its socket centerline before the cement sets. Dry-fit into the run, mark the orientation of the threaded port (which way it faces matters because that's where your riser goes), then prime and cement. With medium-bodied cement you get ~15 seconds of working time 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat’s in the Box\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOne Spears 407 series PVC reducing 90° elbow in your selected size combination, 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 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\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. or 1 in. for the socket end\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1\/2 in. or 3\/4 in. male-NPT-threaded sprinkler head nipples \/ risers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpears 406 series straight 90° elbows (socket × socket) for non-reducing turns\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpears 401 series tees, 417 series 45° 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\"x1\/2\"","offer_id":54307826794788,"sku":"50815","price":0.59,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1\"x1\/2\"","offer_id":54307826827556,"sku":"50818","price":1.59,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1\"x3\/4\"","offer_id":54307826860324,"sku":"50819","price":1.59,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0968\/5322\/9860\/files\/spears-407-pvc-reducing-90-elbow-socket-fipt_dd0052b5-2cb1-4039-b74a-70978bbf10f2.png?v=1780577864","url":"https:\/\/garoppos.com\/products\/spears-407-pvc-reducing-90-degree-elbow-socket-fnpt","provider":"Garoppo's Stone \u0026 Garden Center and Feed \u0026 Pet Supply","version":"1.0","type":"link"}