{"product_id":"spears-417-pvc-45-degree-elbow-socket","title":"Spears® 417 Series PVC 45° Elbow, Socket × Socket, SCH 40, Domestic — 3\/4 in. or 1 in.","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Spears® 417 series is the 45° PVC elbow that gives your lateral run a gentler turn than a 90 — less pressure loss, less turbulence, and a more graceful curve through a trench corner. Two solvent-weld socket ends in a 45-degree configuration. Molded white PVC, Spears USA, domestic-manufactured to schedule 40 \/ standard dimensions, NSF-certified for potable water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy a 45 Instead of a 90\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLower pressure loss\u003c\/strong\u003e — a 45° elbow has roughly half the friction-loss coefficient of a 90°; matters on long sprinkler mainlines, pump suction lines, and any run where head pressure is marginal\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSmoother flow profile\u003c\/strong\u003e — less turbulence at the bend, less air entrainment, less hammer on sudden valve close\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBetter for swing-arm or offset routing\u003c\/strong\u003e — pair two 45s back-to-back to dogleg a pipe around an obstruction without the abrupt 90-90 lay-up\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTwo solvent-weld socket ends\u003c\/strong\u003e — both ends take primed-and-cemented PVC pipe; no thread tape, no compression nut\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy You'd Reach for a 417\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\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. 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; NSF-pw certified 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 bend (the highest-stress point on any elbow)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCenter-to-end length: 1-3\/16 in. (3\/4 in.) \/ 1-3\/8 in. (1 in.)\u003c\/strong\u003e — standard footprint, fits any valve manifold or trench layout\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 mainline routing:\u003c\/strong\u003e ease a 1 in. mainline around a tree, retaining wall, or buried obstruction without the head-loss penalty of stacked 90s\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDrip-zone manifolds:\u003c\/strong\u003e branch a 3\/4 in. drip lateral off a manifold at a 45° angle instead of perpendicular — saves trench space and avoids tight bends in flexible tubing downstream\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePump suction lines:\u003c\/strong\u003e any bend on a pump suction line should be a 45 if possible; a 90 here loses measurable suction head and risks cavitation on borderline NPSH installs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePond and water-feature plumbing:\u003c\/strong\u003e the smooth 45° bend is fish-friendly — reduces shear and air entrainment in koi-pond return lines\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePool plumbing:\u003c\/strong\u003e use 45s on the suction side of pool pumps; the 90s are acceptable on the return where pressure is positive\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 417-007, SKU 50810)\u003c\/strong\u003e — 3\/4 in. nominal sockets both ends, 1-3\/16 in. center-to-end. The size for typical residential sprinkler laterals and drip zone bends.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e1 in. (Model 417-010, SKU 50811)\u003c\/strong\u003e — 1 in. nominal sockets both ends, 1-3\/8 in. center-to-end. The size for sprinkler mainlines, pump suction lines, and most pond \/ pool plumbing bends.\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: 417 (standard SCH 40 PVC 45° elbow, socket × socket)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eType: standard 45-degree elbow, two solvent-weld socket ends\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConfiguration: socket × socket (both ends same nominal size)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBend angle: 45°\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\u003ePlan the rotation before cementing:\u003c\/strong\u003e A 45° elbow can be rotated to any angle around its centerline before the cement sets, so dry-fit the elbow into the run first, mark the orientation with a pencil, then prime and cement. You have about 15 seconds of working time with medium-bodied PVC cement on 3\/4 in. and 1 in. fittings to push, twist, and align before the cement skins.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCement 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 each joint for 30 seconds.\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\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStack 45s with care:\u003c\/strong\u003e Two 45° elbows back-to-back create a true Z-bend or dogleg. The middle pipe stub between them needs to be at least 2× the pipe diameter long for the joint to set properly — shorter stubs deform during cementing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat’s in the Box\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOne Spears 417 series PVC 45° elbow 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 401 series tees (socket × 3) to add branches to the run\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpears 436 series male adapters (MNPT × socket) to thread the assembly into a brass valve or pump fitting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpears 406 series 90° elbows for tighter turns where pressure loss isn't a concern\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCouplings, 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":54305307033892,"sku":"50810","price":0.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1\"","offer_id":54305307066660,"sku":"50811","price":1.19,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0968\/5322\/9860\/files\/spears-417-pvc-45-degree-elbow-socket-plain_78177026-cfd2-400c-abad-52bcd06e765e.jpg?v=1780575951","url":"https:\/\/garoppos.com\/products\/spears-417-pvc-45-degree-elbow-socket","provider":"Garoppo's Stone \u0026 Garden Center and Feed \u0026 Pet Supply","version":"1.0","type":"link"}