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Spears Schedule 40 PVC Reducing Tee, SOCXFPT

Spears Schedule 40 PVC Reducing Tee, SOCXFPT

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Model: 402-101

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Spears Schedule 40 PVC Reducing Tee, SOCXFPT

The Spears Schedule 40 PVC Reducing Tee is a socket x female pipe thread (SOCXFPT) reducing fitting engineered for PVC pressure piping systems that require a branch outlet in a smaller pipe size than the main run. Molded from rigid PVC to Schedule 40 dimensional standards, this reducing tee provides a dependable transition point for irrigation, water distribution, and general plumbing pressure-pipe applications where a socket connection on the run meets a threaded branch connection.

Key Features

  • Reducing Configuration: Tee design steps down from the main run size to a smaller branch outlet, allowing a single fitting to handle a size transition and a branch connection in one component.
  • Durable Construction: Molded from PVC for corrosion resistance, chemical resistance, and long service life in pressure piping systems.
  • SOCXFPT Connection: Socket ends solvent-weld to PVC pipe on the run while the female pipe thread (FPT) branch accepts a threaded male fitting, simplifying transitions between solvent-weld and threaded piping.
  • Schedule 40 Rating: Built to Schedule 40 dimensional standards for consistent fit and performance with Schedule 40 PVC pipe and fittings.
  • Reliable Sealing Surfaces: Precision-molded socket and thread surfaces help ensure a tight, leak-resistant joint when properly solvent-welded and threaded.

Technical Specifications

  • Product Type: Tee
  • Connection: SOCXFPT (Socket x Female Pipe Thread)
  • Material: PVC
  • Schedule: Schedule 40

Typical Applications

  • Residential and Commercial Plumbing Systems
  • Irrigation and Sprinkler Piping
  • Pressure Pipe Branch Connections
  • Transitions Between Solvent-Weld and Threaded Piping
  • Renovation and New Construction Piping Runs

Why Spears?

Spears PVC fittings are molded to Schedule 40 dimensional standards from durable PVC, giving installers a dependable reducing tee for pressure piping systems that need a clean size transition and a threaded branch connection. The SOCXFPT configuration simplifies joining solvent-weld pipe runs to threaded components, making this fitting a practical choice for professional plumbing and irrigation installations.

Manufacturer Resources

PVC Schedule 40 Fittings

Product Specs

Product Type:
Tee
Department:
Plumbing
Product Group:
PVC & CPVC Fittings
Product Material:
PVC
Connection Type:
Socket x FPT
Configuration:
Schedule 40 Reducing Tee
Product Subgroup:
Pipe Fittings

Spears 402-101 – Frequently Asked Questions

1) What sizes does the Spears 402 Schedule 40 PVC reducing tee come in?
Two size combinations are offered on the Spears 402 socket x FPT reducing tee: 3/4 x 1/2 inch (part 402-101) and 2 x 3/4 inch (part 402-248). The first number is the run size on the solvent-weld sockets, the second is the reduced threaded branch.
2) Is the threaded outlet on this Spears reducing tee male or female?
Female. The branch outlet is FPT, so it takes a male-threaded nipple, valve, or riser. The two run ends are solvent-weld sockets that glue onto Schedule 40 PVC pipe. That combination is what lets you drop a threaded component into the middle of a glued pipe run.
3) Can I use a Schedule 40 PVC reducing tee with Schedule 80 pipe?
The Spears 402 tee is molded to Schedule 40 dimensional standards. Sch 40 and Sch 80 PVC share the same outside diameter at a given nominal size, so the socket will accept Sch 80 pipe, but the fitting itself is only rated as a Schedule 40 fitting. For a Sch 80 system, use a Schedule 80 fitting so the pressure rating of the joint matches the pipe.
4) Should I use a reducing tee or a full-size tee with a bushing on my sprinkler line?
A reducing tee handles the branch size change inside one fitting, so you glue two joints instead of three and lose one less potential leak point. A full-size tee plus a reducer bushing works, but it adds a joint and more length to the assembly. On a 2 inch main taking a 3/4 inch branch, the 402-248 does it in one part.
5) Will this PVC tee hold up for buried irrigation and potable water lines?
PVC is the standard material for pressure irrigation and cold water distribution, and the 402 is built for pressure-pipe service, including sprinkler piping and branch connections on residential and commercial plumbing. PVC is not for hot water, so keep it on cold lines only.
6) Do I need Teflon tape on the FPT branch of this PVC tee?
Yes, thread the male fitting into the FPT branch with PTFE tape or a thread sealant rated for plastic, and hand tight plus one to two turns is enough. PVC female threads split if you wrench them down. Solvent cement goes on the socket ends only, never in the threads.
7) What is the difference between Spears 401 and 402 tees?
The 402 series is the reducing tee with a socket run and a female threaded branch, offered here as 3/4 x 1/2 and 2 x 3/4. If your branch needs to be glued rather than threaded, you want an all-socket tee instead of this one. Match the part prefix to the connection style you need before ordering.
8) Can I run the branch of this tee as the main line instead?
No. On a reducing tee the branch is the smaller port, so it is sized to feed off the run, not carry it. On the 2 x 3/4 version the run is 2 inch socket on both ends and the branch is a 3/4 inch female thread. If you need the same size all three ways, order a straight tee.
How fast can I get the Spears 402-101 delivered?
Most orders ship the same day from our distribution partners, with quick delivery throughout the continental U.S. Need it urgently? Contact Us for expedited shipping options.
Can I return it if it doesn’t work for me?
Yes—ZenSupply offers a hassle-free return policy. If the product isn’t the right fit, reach out to our support team for a return authorization or setup a return by following our return instructions.
Does the Spears 402-101 come with a warranty?
Absolutely. The Spears 402-101 is backed by a manufacturer’s warranty. For full warranty terms, check the product documentation or Contact Us.
How do I get technical support or installation help for the Spears 402-101?
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