Lasco® Fittings PVC Schedule 80 Nipple TBE — 3/4in x 2in

Lasco® PVC Schedule 80 Nipple TBE — 3/4in x 2in

The Lasco® PVC Schedule 80 Nipple, Threaded Both Ends (TBE), delivers the extra wall thickness and pressure rating needed for demanding cold-water irrigation and hydroponic plumbing. Sized at 3/4in x 2in, this nipple bridges valves, tees, couplings, and other fittings in Schedule 40 and Schedule 80 PVC systems while maintaining a secure, leak-free threaded connection on both ends.

Lasco Fittings manufactures to ASTM D1785 and D2464 standards, ensuring dimensional accuracy for clean thread engagement. PVC's inherent corrosion resistance makes these nipples ideal for nutrient solution lines, recirculating reservoirs, and greenhouse irrigation manifolds where metal fittings would corrode over time.

Key Features & Benefits

• Schedule 80 Wall Thickness — Greater pressure capacity and impact resistance versus Schedule 40 for high-demand plumbing runs.
• Threaded Both Ends (TBE) — Drop-in compatibility with NPT-threaded valves, unions, and fittings; no cementing required at connection points.
• Corrosion-Proof PVC — Unaffected by fertilizer salts, pH adjusters, and chlorine, extending service life in recirculating systems.
• Cold Water Rated — Engineered for cold water service, matching typical reservoir and supply-line temperature ranges.
• Precise Dimensions — ASTM-compliant tolerances ensure thread compatibility across Lasco and standard NPT fittings.

Who Should Use This

Hydroponic and greenhouse growers building or upgrading PVC irrigation manifolds benefit from Schedule 80 nipples wherever higher pressure or mechanical stress is present — pump outlets, valve transitions, and main distribution headers. Facilities managers maintaining drip, ebb-and-flow, or NFT systems rely on these nipples for quick, wrench-tight repairs with off-the-shelf hardware.

Compatibility

Designed for use in cold water PVC Schedule 80 systems. Compatible with standard NPT-threaded Schedule 40 and Schedule 80 PVC fittings, ball valves, unions, and manifold blocks. Not recommended for hot water, compressed air, or solvent applications.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is this nipple compatible with Schedule 40 fittings?

Yes — the NPT threads on this Schedule 80 nipple engage correctly with standard Schedule 40 NPT female fittings. Only the wall thickness differs; the thread form is identical.

Can I use thread tape or pipe dope on these nipples?

Yes. Apply PTFE thread tape or PVC-compatible pipe thread compound to all male threads before assembly to ensure a leak-free seal.

Is this rated for nutrient solution use?

PVC is chemically resistant to most hydroponic nutrient solutions, pH adjusters, and common sanitizers. Always verify chemical compatibility for highly concentrated or specialty additives.

What is the pressure rating for this nipple?

Schedule 80 PVC nipples carry a higher pressure rating than Schedule 40 due to thicker walls. Consult Lasco's published pressure tables for the exact rating at your operating temperature.