Plumbing
Plumbing transitions for PEX, copper, CPVC and pipe.
CTS push-fit for PEX, copper and CPVC, NPT to 2 in, slip sockets, garden hose, hose barbs and compression, in brass, 316, PVC or polypropylene. One water fitting instead of a stack of adapters.
- CTS push-fit to 1 in
- NPT to 2 in
- 316 for drinking water
Plumbing ports
In the field
The fitting the hardware store does not stock
A push-fit on one end, a garden hose thread on the other and a barb for a drain line. Build the exact transition once instead of hunting through three aisles of adapters.
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Built for installers and equipment makers
Water fittings, without the hunt
The plumbing catalog is water only, so every end, material and seal you see belongs on a water line.
Push fit and pipe
1/4 to 1 in CTS push-fit with a stainless grab ring cartridge, NPT to 2 in, slip sockets to 2 in and NPSM swivels.
Water safe choices
316 stainless for drinking water, PVC and polypropylene for drains and chemical feed. C360 brass is not lead free.
Manifolds and wyes
Wyes, double wyes, sweep tees and wye manifolds with the outlet sizes you need.
Start from a proven layout
Example plumbing parts
Starting points for push-fit transitions, wyes and hose connections. Change any end in the builder.
Connections
Plumbing connections in the catalog
Every connection the plumbing catalog offers, with its standard, seal and sizes.
| Connection | Standard | Seals on | Sizes | Standard rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| NPT | ASME B1.20.1 | Taper, sealant or PTFE tape | 1/8 to 2 (9) | up to 10,000 psi |
| Slip socket | IPS slip socket, same iron pipe size as NPT | Solvent cement on plastic, or a light press on metal | 1/2 to 2 (6) | up to 150 psi |
| Push to connect | Push to connect, CTS and metric tube | O ring with stainless grab ring cartridge | 1/4 CTS to 1 CTS (5) | up to 200 psi |
| Garden hose | ASME B1.20.7 garden hose (NH) | Flat rubber hose washer in the female | 3/4 (1) | up to 300 psi |
| Hose barb | Hose barb, tube ID | Tube grips the barb ridges, clamp or ferrule for pressure | 3/8 in to 1 in (5) | up to 100 psi |
| NPSM | ASME B1.20.1 NPSM straight pipe | 30° swivel seat, gasket or O ring | 1/2 to 1 (3) | up to 2,500 psi |
| Compression | Double ferrule compression, tube OD | Front and back ferrule bite on the tube | 1/4 in to 3/4 in (5) | up to 4,000 psi |
Materials: C360 Brass, 316/316L Stainless, PVC Type 1, Polypropylene. Fluids: Water or glycol.
How it works
Configure today. Machined and shipped in days, not a quote cycle.
Configure the ports
Pick the shape, then the connection, size and gender on every end. The 3D model, drawing and price update as you go.
Order the quantity you need
One part or a production run. Instant checkout, no RFQ, and a $40 printed prototype if you want to test the fit first.
Machined, inspected, shipped
CNC machined in the USA, gauged and inspected, then shipped with a certificate of conformance and a reorder code.
FAQ
Questions about plumbing parts
Which pipe does the push-fit accept?
CTS push-fit ports accept PEX, copper and CPVC on copper tube size, 1/4 to 1 in, with a stainless grab ring and EPDM O-ring cartridge.
Is brass safe for drinking water?
C360 brass is not lead free. For potable water choose 316 stainless steel. PVC and polypropylene suit drains, irrigation and chemical feed.
Can I combine a garden hose thread with pipe thread?
Yes. Any end can be any type in the plumbing catalog: GHT, NPT, NPSM, slip, CTS push-fit, compression or hose barb.
Do you make slip socket fittings?
Yes. PVC slip sockets from 1/2 to 2 in for solvent welding, on any shape including elbows, wyes and sweep tees.
How fast can I get a part?
Standard delivery is two weeks. One week and three day options are available at checkout.
Specport for plumbing
One water fitting instead of three adapters
Design the exact transition online and get it machined in brass, 316, PVC or polypropylene.