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84865 Viega MegaPress flange Smart Connect technology Carbon steel, 1-1/2''
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Product Specs
- Connection Type:
- P
- Material Type:
- Carbon Steel
- Product Dimension:
- 1-1/2''
- Department:
- Plumbing
- Product Group:
- Plumbing Fittings
- Product Subgroup:
- Flanges
- Product Type:
- Tee
- Product Length:
- 5.787"
- Product Height:
- 4.012"
- Product Weight:
- 4.022 lbs
- Product Width:
- 5.787"
- Product Material:
- Carbon steel
Viega 84865 – Frequently Asked Questions
1) What size pipe does the Viega MegaPress 84865 fitting connect to?
The Viega MegaPress 84865 is a 1-1/2 inch carbon steel press fitting, so it mates to 1-1/2 inch black iron or carbon steel pipe. Size is fixed on this part number, so a run that steps down needs a separate reducing fitting.
2) Do I need to thread or weld the Viega MegaPress 84865 into the line?
Neither. It is a press-connect carbon steel fitting, joined cold with a Viega-approved press tool and jaw sized for 1-1/2 inch. No cutting threads, no hot work permit, no torch on site. Pipe ends still need to be cut square, deburred and marked for insertion depth.
3) What does Smart Connect on the Viega MegaPress 84865 actually do for me on the job?
Smart Connect is Viega's unpressed-connection feature: an unpressed joint leaks deliberately during pressure testing so you can find the fitting you missed before the system is buried or insulated. It does not replace pressing, it just makes a skipped press obvious.
4) How much space do I need around the Viega 84865 1-1/2 inch MegaPress fitting?
The fitting itself measures 5.787 inches in length, 5.787 inches in width and 4.012 inches in height, and it weighs 4.022 lbs. Plan clearance beyond that for the press tool jaw or ring, which is what usually decides whether you can press in a tight chase rather than the fitting body.
5) Will a carbon steel press fitting rust in a wet or exterior location?
The 84865 is carbon steel, the same base material as the black iron pipe it joins, so it suits dry interior gas, hydronic and compressed air style service rather than wet or corrosive exposure. For damp or exterior runs, specify a stainless or copper press system instead.
6) Is the Viega 84865 made in Germany?
Yes, the 84865 carbon steel MegaPress fitting is manufactured in Germany. Order it by manufacturer part number 84865 if you are matching a submittal or an existing specification.
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Can I return it if it doesn’t work for me?
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Does the Viega 84865 come with a warranty?
Absolutely. The Viega 84865 is backed by a manufacturer’s warranty.
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