PVC Pipe Fittings Connector 90° Elbow Adapter Solvent Weld ID 16mm - 160mm White

Measure the inner diameter (ID) of your existing pipe with a calliper or ruler. The fitting ID should match the pipe ID exactly. If you only know the nominal pipe size (e.g. 1 inch), cross-reference it with the actual measured ID — nominal sizes can differ from true dimensions depending on the pipe schedule. When in doubt, measure the pipe OD and subtract twice the wall thickness.

No. These fittings are manufactured from rigid PVC, which is rated for cold-water and ambient-temperature applications only. For hot-water supply lines, use CPVC or another material rated for elevated temperatures. Using PVC on hot-water lines can cause deformation and joint failure.

Use a PVC-rated solvent cement appropriate for the pipe schedule and application (pressure or DWV). For pipe diameters above 63 mm, a medium- or heavy-bodied cement is recommended to allow adequate working time before the joint sets. Always apply PVC primer first to clean and soften the socket surface, then apply cement to both the pipe end and the socket before pushing together with a quarter-turn.

Yes. Rigid PVC is widely used in buried irrigation and drainage applications. Ensure the trench is free of sharp stones that could stress the pipe wall, and that the fitting is fully cured before backfilling — typically 24 hours at ambient temperature, longer in cold conditions. Check local building codes for minimum burial depth requirements.

Solvent-weld elbows create a permanent, chemically fused joint that is generally stronger and more leak-resistant than threaded connections at the same pressure rating. Threaded fittings allow disassembly but require thread sealant and can loosen over time. Choose solvent-weld for permanent installations and threaded fittings only where future disassembly is required.

PVC has broad chemical resistance and is commonly used in grey-water drainage and recycled-water irrigation systems. Verify that the specific chemicals or additives in your water supply are compatible with PVC before installation. For potable water applications, confirm that the fittings carry the relevant drinking-water certification required in your region.

A 90° elbow makes a right-angle turn and is used when a pipe must change direction by exactly 90 degrees — for example, turning from a vertical drop to a horizontal run. A 45° elbow makes a gentler turn and is preferred when the direction change can be achieved in two stages, as it produces less flow turbulence and pressure drop. Use 90° elbows where space is limited and a sharp turn is unavoidable.