Questions and Answers for NIBCO 1/2 in. CPVC-CTS and 90-Degree S x FIPT Drop Elbow Fitting

A:  Thank you for your inquiry on the NIBCO 1/2 in. CPVC-CTS and 90-Degree S x FIPT Drop Elbow Fitting. For domestic water systems specifically, the best practice would be to use the same material if possible. In this case, the stainless steel Copper and Bronze/Brass are fairly close together on the Active (Anodic) list so they should be ok/acceptable. If dissimilar metals must be used within a plumbing system, connect the two pipes with dielectric connections, which will prevent electrical contact between the two dissimilar metals. The use of dielectric unions/connections may also be required by local codes and may different between different Authority having Jurisdictions. Galvanized steel being coated with Zinc would not be recommended for a direct connection to these materials and a dielectric union of some kind should be used if the materials must be mixed in a system. If you have additional questions, you can reach a NIBCO Technical Services Advisor, M-F 8am - 5pm EST, by phone at (888) 446-4226.

A:  Thank you for your inquiry on the NIBCO 1/2 in. CPVC-CTS and 90-Degree S x FIPT Drop Elbow Fitting. The threaded end is a Stainless Steel FIPT insert. If you have additional questions, you can reach a NIBCO Technical Services Advisor, M-F 8am - 5pm EST, by phone at (888) 446-4226.

A:  1/2" female pipe thread. You can use galvanized pipe. This is a drop ear for a shower arm. The shower arm usually comes with a shower head kit. The shower arm can be about 8" and comes in chrome, nickel, brass and other colors. If you were using this for a tub spout then you could run a copper male 1/2" thread to sweat.

A:  Thank you for your inquiry on the NIBCO 1/2 in. CPVC-CTS and Lead-Free Copper Silicon Alloy Pressure 90-Degree S x FIPT Drop Elbow Fitting. Generally Drop ears are used to make a 90-Degree turn from a piping into a fixture like a shower head. The compatibility between Stainless steel and copper/copper alloys like brass or bronze is fine and galvanic reaction between these materials is negligible and would not require something like an dielectric union. You should check with their local code enforcement to see what is acceptable for your area and what they recommend for their installation/system you are working with. If you have additional questions, you can reach a NIBCO Technical Services Advisor, M-F 8am - 5pm EST, by phone at (888) 446-4226.

A:  Sorry I would only use this for shower head connection.

A:  Thank you for your inquiry on the NIBCO 1/2 in. CPVC-CTS and Lead-Free Copper Silicon Alloy Pressure 90-Degree S x FIPT Drop Elbow Fitting. Yes, the threads are NPT tapered threads. If you have additional questions, you can reach a NIBCO Technical Services Advisor, M-F 8am - 5pm EST, by phone at (888) 446-4226.

A:  Yes..its like a regular galvanized fitting

A:  Not sure what you are asking. It's like a standard galvanized fitting

A:  Great

A:  This item is not designed to hold weight. NIBCO does not test for weight loading on this item. If you have any further questions, please contact NIBCO Tech Services at 888-446-4226 or email at CS-TechnicalServices@NIBCO.com. Hours are Monday thru Friday 6:00 AM - 7:00 PM.

A:  Yes the 4707-3-5 90 Drop Ear Elbow w/washer SxFIPT have standard threads and should match up. If you have any further questions or concerns please feel free to contact our Technical Services Department. They are available Monday - Friday 6a-7p est. via email at CS-TechnicalServices@nibco.com or by telephone at 1-888-446-4226. Thank You.

A:  If you use at least 3 loops of plumber's tape around the showerhead water line, you do not have to tighten the threads until they completely stop. Tighten them as far as you can with an adjustable wrench, then adjust as needed to align.

A:  Not that I know of..it shouldn't be needed.. the shower head rod should adjust enough

A:  Yes for sure

A:  Yes, we do recommend using a transition CPVC-CTS Pressure fitting such as the NIBCO model 4707-3-5-SI. Thank you.

A:  Yes, it will if you want to connect a metal showerhead to a CPVC waterline.

A:  Pipe dope

A:  If it's slip joint to slip joint.. try a primer first. If you are attaching to this galvanized drop fitting you have to use a threaded make pvc fitting

A:  It's the gold colored glue may have a Gold Label also