Lasco Fittings 839098 0.75In MPT X 0.25In FPT Schedule 80 PVC Reducer Bushing

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Westlake Pipe & Fittings 839098 0.75″ MPT x 0.25″ FPT Schedule 80 PVC Reducer Bushing

The Westlake Pipe & Fittings 839098 0.75″ MPT x 0.25″ FPT 80 PVC Reducer Bushing is a precision-engineered component designed to provide a reliable, durable, and efficient transition between different pipe thread sizes in demanding fluid handling systems, making it an essential fitting for professional plumbers, engineers, contractors, and industrial maintenance teams who require long-lasting performance under pressure. Manufactured from high-quality Schedule 80 PVC, this reducer bushing offers superior wall thickness and enhanced strength compared to Schedule 40 alternatives, ensuring excellent resistance to impact, stress, and mechanical loads while maintaining dimensional accuracy for secure threaded connections.

The 0.75-inch Male Pipe Thread (MPT) on the exterior allows the bushing to be easily threaded into larger female-threaded fittings or valves, while the 0.25-inch Female Pipe Thread (FPT) on the interior provides a precise and leak-resistant connection point for smaller threaded pipes, nipples, or fittings, enabling seamless size reduction without the need for multiple adapters.

Designed to meet rigorous industry standards, this reducer bushing is ideal for use in a wide range of applications, including industrial process piping, chemical handling systems, water treatment facilities, irrigation networks, pool and spa plumbing, laboratory installations, and commercial plumbing setups where corrosion resistance and chemical compatibility are critical. Schedule 80 PVC construction ensures outstanding resistance to corrosive chemicals, acids, alkalis, salts, and many solvents, making it particularly suitable for environments where metal fittings would degrade, rust, or contaminate the system over time.

In addition to chemical resistance, the material provides excellent thermal stability within its rated temperature range, allowing consistent performance in both indoor and outdoor installations, while its smooth internal surfaces help maintain efficient flow characteristics by minimizing friction losses and turbulence at the transition point. The precision-molded threads are designed to provide a tight, uniform seal when properly installed with compatible thread sealants or PTFE tape, reducing the risk of leaks, pressure loss, or system downtime.

This reducer bushing’s compact yet robust design makes it easy to install in confined spaces while still delivering the structural integrity required for high-pressure systems, and its lightweight nature simplifies handling, transportation, and installation compared to metal alternatives. Westlake Pipe & Fittings, a trusted name in the piping industry, ensures consistent quality control, dimensional accuracy, and compliance with applicable standards, giving users confidence in long-term reliability and performance.

The gray Schedule 80 PVC finish not only indicates its pressure-rated classification but also provides a clean, professional appearance suitable for exposed installations where visual inspection and identification are important. This fitting is compatible with a wide range of Schedule 80 PVC piping systems and components, allowing it to integrate seamlessly into new installations or retrofit projects without compatibility issues.

Whether used to downsize a connection for instrumentation lines, control valves, dosing systems, or auxiliary branches, the Westlake 839098 reducer bushing delivers dependable performance, excellent sealing capability, and long service life, reducing maintenance requirements and overall system costs. Its resistance to scaling, pitting, and biological growth further enhances system cleanliness and efficiency, especially in water-related applications, while the non-conductive nature of PVC makes it suitable for installations where electrical isolation is required.

Designed with practicality and durability in mind, this reducer bushing supports efficient system design by allowing straightforward size transitions with a single fitting, helping reduce complexity, potential leak points, and installation time, making it a smart and cost-effective choice for professionals who demand quality, safety, and reliability in every component of their piping systems.

Westlake Pipe & Fittings is dedicated to helping contractors maximize efficiency and helping engineers design systems that entire communities can rely on.With manufacturing & distribution centers across North America, dedicated sales, technical services, specification engineers and customer support teams, our unparalleled service allows you to design, specify and install complete projects with confidence.

Westlake Pipe & Fittings 839098 0.75″ MPT x 0.25″ FPT Schedule 80 PVC Reducer Bushing Features:

• Suitable for industrial, commercial, and heavy-duty residential applications
• Made from high-strength Schedule 80 PVC for higher pressure handling
• 0.75″ Male Pipe Thread x 0.25″ Female Pipe Thread configuration
• Thick-wall construction for added durability and impact resistance
• Precision-molded threads for secure, leak-resistant connections
• Meets applicable ASTM standards for quality and performance
• Excellent resistance to corrosion, chemicals, and rust
• Smooth interior surface to promote efficient fluid flow
• Lightweight design for easy handling and installation

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