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Spears PVC DWV Reducing Sanitary Tee Fitting, Hub x Hub x Hub

Spears PVC DWV Reducing Sanitary Tee Fitting, Hub x Hub x Hub

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Model: P401-251

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Spears PVC DWV Reducing Sanitary Tee Fitting, Hub x Hub x Hub

The Spears PVC DWV Reducing Sanitary Tee Fitting is a hub x hub x hub branch fitting engineered for drain, waste, and vent (DWV) piping systems. Molded from durable PVC for long-term corrosion resistance, this reducing sanitary tee provides a dependable branch connection point where drainage lines step down in size, keeping flow moving efficiently through residential and commercial plumbing systems. This family is available in a range of reducing configurations — 2" x 2", 2" x 1-1/2", 3" x 3", 4" x 4", 4" x 1-1/2", and 6" x 4" — so plumbing professionals can match the exact branch reduction their drain line layout requires. Each unit ships in a package quantity of 10 ea, making it easy for plumbing contractors and maintenance crews to stock multiple fittings for a single job or ongoing repair work without running short mid-installation.

Key Features

  • Reducing Size Range: Offered in hub x hub x hub configurations spanning 2" x 2", 2" x 1-1/2", 3" x 3", 4" x 4", 4" x 1-1/2", and 6" x 4" to match your specific DWV branch transition.
  • Connection Type: Hub x Hub x Hub ends on all three openings for a solvent-welded, leak-resistant joint at every connection point.
  • Reducing Configuration: The sanitary tee design steps down branch size, simplifying transitions between differently sized DWV drain lines without additional adapters.
  • Durable PVC Construction: Molded PVC body resists corrosion, chemical exposure, and the everyday wear common in drain, waste, and vent applications.
  • Sanitary Tee Profile: The smooth interior contour promotes proper one-directional drainage flow and reduces the potential for waste buildup or clogging at the branch fitting.
  • Hub-Style Ends: Hub connections on all three openings are sized for standard solvent-weld PVC pipe, streamlining installation for plumbing professionals.
  • Standard Packaging: Supplied 10 ea per package for convenient bulk handling on plumbing, remodel, and new-construction drainage projects.

Technical Specifications

  • Product Material: PVC
  • Connection Type: Hub
  • Configuration: Reducing Sanitary Tee
  • Packaging: 10 ea
  • Size Range: 2" x 2" to 6" x 4"

Typical Applications

  • Residential and Commercial Drain-Waste-Vent (DWV) Systems
  • Branch Connections for Sanitary Drain Lines
  • Reducing Transitions Between Differently Sized Drain Lines
  • Plumbing Renovation and New Construction Projects
  • General Plumbing System Repair and Maintenance
  • Multi-Fixture Drain Line Branch Installations

Why Spears?

Spears PVC DWV fittings are molded for consistent wall thickness and dependable solvent-weld connections, helping plumbing professionals build reliable, code-compliant drainage systems with confidence. This hub x hub x hub reducing sanitary tee is available across the full 2" x 2" through 6" x 4" size range, combining a corrosion-resistant PVC body with a sanitary-flow interior profile suited to demanding plumbing environments. Choosing Spears for DWV branch fittings means consistent fit, consistent flow performance, and consistent quality across every size in the lineup.

Product Specs

Product Type:
Reducing Sanitary Tee
Department:
Plumbing
Product Group:
PVC & CPVC Fittings
Product Material:
PVC
Configuration:
Reducing
Connection Type:
Hub
Product Size:
1-1/2" - 6"

Spears P401-251 – Frequently Asked Questions

1) What sizes does the Spears P401 PVC DWV reducing sanitary tee come in?
Six size combinations are offered on the Spears P401 sanitary tee: 2 x 2 inch (P401-251), 2 x 1-1/2 inch (P401-257), 3 x 3 inch (P401-338), 4 x 1-1/2 inch (P401-419), 4 x 4 inch (P401-420), and 6 x 4 inch (P401-532). The first number is the run size, the second the branch. So if you're picking up a 3 inch stack to a 1-1/2 inch lav branch, none of these match, the closest step-down combinations are 2 x 1-1/2 and 4 x 1-1/2.
2) Do I need glue and primer for these PVC sanitary tee hubs, or do they thread on?
All three openings are hub (socket) ends, not threaded, so each joint is solvent welded. You'll need PVC primer and solvent cement rated for DWV, and pipe cut square and deburred so it seats fully in the socket. There's no gasket and no thread sealant involved on any of the three connections.
3) Can I use a sanitary tee on a horizontal drain line, or do I need a wye?
A sanitary tee is a one-directional fitting. The swept branch points flow toward the run, so it belongs where a horizontal branch ties into a vertical stack, or on a vent takeoff. Laying one flat to join two horizontals is where inspectors fail the job, that connection wants a wye with a 45 elbow instead. The P401's smooth interior contour is shaped for that one-way sanitary flow.
4) Does a reducing sanitary tee save me from using a bushing on my branch line?
That's the point of it. The P401 steps the branch down within the fitting body, so a 4 x 1-1/2 inch tee takes a 1-1/2 inch branch straight into a 4 inch run with no reducer bushing or adapter in the joint. Fewer glue joints, less build height at the fitting, and one less thing to leak.
5) What is the largest Spears P401 reducing sanitary tee available for a main building drain?
6 x 4 inch, part number P401-532, is the largest of the group. That's the one for tying a 4 inch branch or stack into a 6 inch building drain. Below it, 4 x 4 inch (P401-420) handles the common 4 inch main with a full-size 4 inch branch.
6) Will PVC DWV fittings hold up to drain cleaner and hot waste water in a commercial kitchen or apartment building?
The molded PVC body resists corrosion and chemical exposure, which covers the usual run of household and janitorial drain chemicals plus the wear a waste line sees. PVC does have a lower temperature ceiling than CPVC, so a line carrying sustained high-temperature discharge, commercial dishwasher waste for example, is worth checking against your local code before you commit to PVC DWV.
How fast can I get the Spears P401-251 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 P401-251 come with a warranty?
Absolutely. The Spears P401-251 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 P401-251?
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