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Spears Schedule 40 PVC Reducing 90 Degree SOC x FPT Elbow
The Spears Schedule 40 PVC Reducing 90 Degree Elbow is engineered for pressure piping systems that require a directional change combined with a pipe size transition in a single fitting. Featuring a socket (SOC) inlet for solvent-weld pipe and a female pipe thread (FPT) outlet for connecting to threaded fittings, this reducing elbow is molded from rigid Schedule 40 PVC for reliable, long-lasting performance. Its PVC construction resists corrosion and chemical attack, making it a dependable choice for professional plumbing and irrigation installations where both a 90 degree turn and a size reduction are needed at the same point in the run.
Key Features
- Reducing 90 Degree Elbow: Changes pipe direction by 90 degrees while transitioning to a smaller pipe size, eliminating the need for a separate reducer fitting.
- Durable Construction: Molded from Schedule 40 PVC for excellent corrosion resistance, chemical resistance, and long service life in pressure piping applications.
- SOC x FPT Connection: A socket inlet accepts solvent-weld pipe for a permanent, leak-resistant joint, while the female pipe thread outlet allows quick connection to threaded fittings, valves, or equipment.
- Schedule 40 Rating: Sized and rated for standard pressure piping applications common in residential and commercial plumbing and irrigation systems.
- Lightweight PVC Design: Simplifies handling, cutting, and installation compared to metal fitting alternatives, reducing labor time on the job site.
- Streamlined Layouts: Combining a direction change and a size transition in one fitting reduces the number of joints in a piping run, minimizing potential leak points.
Technical Specifications
- PDF:PVC Schedule 40 Fittings: https://zensupply.com/content/pdf/spears/pvc-schedule-40-fittings.pdf
Typical Applications
- Residential and Commercial Plumbing Systems
- Irrigation and Sprinkler Piping
- Pressure Piping Direction Changes
- Pipe Size Transitions in PVC Piping Runs
- New Construction and Repair/Retrofit Projects
Why Spears?
Spears PVC fittings are molded from Schedule 40 PVC to deliver consistent, corrosion-resistant performance across plumbing, irrigation, and general pressure piping installations. The SOC x FPT reducing 90 degree elbow design gives installers a straightforward way to combine a directional change with a size transition in a single fitting, helping streamline piping layouts, reduce joint count, and deliver professional-grade, code-compliant results for both new construction and retrofit projects.
Manufacturer Resources
Schedule 40 Dimensions
Product Specs
- Product Material:
- PVC
- Product Type:
- Elbow
- Angle:
- 90°
- Connection Type:
- Socket x FPT
- Department:
- Plumbing
- Product Group:
- PVC & CPVC Fittings
- Product Subgroup:
- Pipe Fittings
Spears 407-130 – Frequently Asked Questions
1) What do the socket and FPT ends on the Spears Schedule 40 reducing elbow connect to?
The socket end is solvent-welded: you prime and cement Schedule 40 PVC pipe directly into it for a permanent joint. The FPT end is a female pipe thread, so it takes a male-threaded nipple, valve, riser, or piece of equipment. Nothing on the threaded side gets glued, and nothing on the socket side gets threaded.
2) Is PVC the right material for hot water lines?
No. This is rigid PVC, which is a cold-water pressure material. For hot water or elevated-temperature process lines, step up to CPVC fittings instead. PVC does resist corrosion and chemical attack well on cold pressure lines, which is where it belongs.
3) What outlet sizes does the Spears PVC reducing 90 elbow come in?
Two outlet sizes, 1/2 inch and 3/4 inch. Because it is a reducing elbow, the socket inlet is the larger side and the threaded outlet steps down, so pick the size by the threaded connection you are landing on.
4) Do I still need a separate reducer bushing with this elbow?
No. The reducing 90 handles the direction change and the size step in one body, so you skip the bushing and the extra joint that goes with it. Fewer joints in the run means fewer places to leak.
5) Can I use a PVC female threaded elbow to connect to a metal male thread?
You can, but treat the threads carefully. Use PTFE tape or a thread sealant rated for plastic, thread it hand tight plus a turn or two, and do not wrench it down. Over-torquing a male metal thread into a PVC female socket is the usual cause of a split fitting. If the joint sees repeated make-and-break, a metal female fitting on that side is the better call.
6) Is this Spears elbow suitable for irrigation and sprinkler piping?
Yes. It is built for pressure piping, and irrigation and sprinkler runs are a named application, along with residential and commercial plumbing. The FPT outlet is handy where you are landing on a threaded riser, valve, or sprinkler body.
7) Where can I find laying lengths and socket depths for Spears Schedule 40 fittings?
Spears publishes a dimensions and weights sheet for the Schedule 40 PVC fitting line, plus a Schedule 40 dimensions document. Those are where you get socket depth and center-to-end figures for laying out a run before you cut pipe.
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