Check valves allow one directional water flow and are used to prevent back siphoning. They are commonly used on return pump outputs to prevent water overflowing the sump in the event of a power outage, pump failure or maintenance.
- Slip x Slip
- Connection must be permanently glued
The golden rule of plumbing is that every job takes three trips to the store. While this can be frustrating locally it can be much worse when shopping online. Being short a fitting or two can delay a plumbing project for days. Here are some quick tips to avoid this.
- Plan your plumbing on paper
- Don't skimp on unions. Unions allow for easy breakdown and maintenance as well as remove the need for precise elbow placement. Use them as often as possible.
- When in doubt order extra. We happily accept returns for a full refund (less shipping) on all unused fittings within one month of purchase. A few extra bucks in return shipping is less frustrating than a project delay.
SKU | brs-swing-check-valve |
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Aquarium Type | Saltwater, Freshwater |
Product Questions
Thank you for reaching out to us. It is 5" long.
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I have 1.25" O.D. (1" I.D.) vinyl tubing on a 330 GPH return pump for my aquarium sump.
Is the 1.25" Slip x Slip dimension the inside diameter of the check valve?
Is the valve material PVC?
I'm concerned about connections as PVC glue will not adhere to vinyl.
Thanks in advance.
Thank you for reaching out to us. You would want to glue a barb into the valve to use with tubing. the 1.25" slip x slip dimension, means that it takes either 1.25" pipe or fittings.
https://www.bulkreefsupply.com/gray-male-pipe-adapter-spigot-x-barb.html
Please let me know if you need anything further and take care!
As long as they are installed correctly they can be used in either orientation.
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