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25245 Viega MegaPress 45° elbow Smart Connect technology Carbon steel, 1-1/4'' x 1-1/4''
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Product Specs
- Connection Type:
- P1 x P2
- Material Type:
- Carbon Steel
- Product Dimension:
- 1-1/4'' x 1-1/4''
- Department:
- Plumbing
- Product Group:
- Plumbing Fittings
- Product Subgroup:
- Elbows
- Product Type:
- Elbow
- Product Length:
- 5.543"
- Product Height:
- 2.205"
- Product Weight:
- 1.051 lbs
- Product Width:
- 3.85"
- Product Material:
- Carbon steel
Viega 25245 – Frequently Asked Questions
1) Do I need to thread or weld the Viega 25245 elbow, or is it a press fitting?
It presses. Both ends of the 25245 are press connections (P1 x P2), so the joint is made cold with a press tool and jaw sized for 1-1/4 inch MegaPress. No threading, no welding, no hot work permit. That is the main reason crews pick MegaPress for carbon steel black pipe retrofits in occupied buildings.
2) Can I use a carbon steel MegaPress elbow on a potable water line?
No. The 25245 is carbon steel, which is used for black iron pipe systems such as hydronic heating, chilled water, compressed air, fire protection and gas where the system design calls for it. Carbon steel is not a potable water material. For potable copper or PEX runs you want Viega ProPress copper or PureFlow, not MegaPress carbon steel.
3) What does Smart Connect do on the Viega 25245 elbow?
Smart Connect is the feature built into the fitting that lets an unpressed joint leak during pressure testing, so a connection you missed shows itself before the system is put in service. On a 45 degree elbow buried in a long run of 1-1/4 inch pipe, that is the difference between finding the miss at test and finding it in a finished ceiling.
4) How much room does the Viega 25245 45 degree elbow take up in a tight chase?
The fitting measures 5.543 inches by 3.85 inches by 2.205 inches and weighs 1.051 lbs. Lay that out against your chase or joist bay before committing to the offset, and remember you also need clearance around the fitting for the press jaw to close on both sockets.
5) Should I use a 45 degree elbow or a 90 for my pipe offset?
Two 45s make a rolling offset around an obstruction with far less pressure drop and less abrupt direction change than a pair of 90s, which is why the 25245 gets used in pairs on 1-1/4 inch carbon steel runs. Use a 90 when you need a hard square turn at a wall or riser. Sizing is the same either way, so the choice is purely geometry and flow.
6) Do I need to order sealing elements or gaskets separately for the 25245?
No separate gasket order. MegaPress fittings like the 25245 come with the sealing element already installed in each press socket. What you do need on site is a press tool with the correct 1-1/4 inch MegaPress jaw or ring, plus a pipe cutter, deburring tool and a depth marker, none of which ship with the fitting.
7) Is the Viega 25245 MegaPress elbow made in Germany?
Yes, the 25245 is manufactured in Germany. That matters on spec jobs and government or institutional work where country of origin has to be documented on the submittal.
How fast can I get the Viega 25245 delivered?
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Can I return it if it doesn’t work for me?
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Does the Viega 25245 come with a warranty?
Absolutely. The Viega 25245 is backed by a manufacturer’s warranty.
For full warranty terms, check the product documentation or Contact Us.
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