3 inch PVC DWV Cleanout Adapter Fitting x Female

PVC DWV Adapter – Schedule 40 Fitting for System Transitions

This PVC DWV adapter is a molded fitting used to connect different components within a drain, waste, and vent system. Designed for solvent-weld installations, it allows for transitions between pipes of varying sizes or end types (e.g., spigot to hub, male thread to socket), depending on configuration.

Manufactured in accordance with ASTM D2665 and molded from high-impact, non-toxic polyvinyl chloride (PVC), this fitting provides dimensional accuracy, chemical resistance, and long-term structural integrity in above-ground and underground non-pressurized piping systems.

Key Product Attributes

• ✅ Schedule 40 Wall Thickness – Suitable for gravity-flow DWV systems in residential and commercial construction.
• ✅ Solvent-Weld Design – Connects to pipe or fitting sockets using primer and solvent cement for permanent joints.
• ✅ Transitional Compatibility – Used to adapt different pipe sizes or connect threaded-to-socket systems depending on adapter type.
• ✅ Code-Compliant – Meets or exceeds IPC and UPC requirements when installed per manufacturer and local code guidelines.
• ✅ Corrosion-Resistant Material – Will not rust or degrade under exposure to wastewater or common household chemicals.

Technical Specifications

• Material: PVC Type I, Cell Class 12454 (ASTM D1784)
• Configuration: Available in Hub x Spigot, Slip x Thread, or Reducing Adapters
• Wall Rating: Schedule 40 (non-pressure applications)
• Compliance: ASTM D2665, NSF/ANSI 14 Certified for DWV use

Installation Guidelines

Cut and deburr pipe ends. Apply primer to mating surfaces and follow with solvent cement according to ASTM F656/F493 guidelines. Insert fully to the fitting stop and hold until set. Allow adequate curing time before testing the system. Use thread sealant only if specified for hybrid-threaded connections.

Common Use Cases

This adapter is typically used in sanitary drainage systems to transition between pipe sizes, connect dissimilar fittings, or accommodate existing configurations in remodels. It is common in wall cavity installations, branch drains, cleanouts, and appliance waste connections.

Regulatory Note

All fittings used in potable water or wastewater systems must be compliant with current plumbing codes and free of prohibited materials. This PVC fitting meets lead-free requirements and is suitable for non-potable DWV applications in all jurisdictions.