1-1/4 inch PVC Insert Tee Insert x Insert x Insert

1-1/4 inch PVC Insert Tee – Barbed x Barbed x Barbed

The 1-1/4 inch PVC Insert Tee is a barbed fitting used to join three sections of polyethylene (PE) tubing in cold water distribution systems. Each outlet is designed for mechanical retention using stainless steel clamps over the barbed insert profile. Manufactured from durable polyvinyl chloride (PVC), this tee provides a corrosion-resistant and chemically inert connection method for non-pressurized or low-pressure piping assemblies.

Design and Application Characteristics

• ✅ Connection Type: Insert x Insert x Insert (barbed ends compatible with PE tubing)
• ✅ Material: PVC, suitable for cold water service lines and irrigation systems
• ✅ Installation Method: Mechanical joint secured using stainless steel hose clamps
• ✅ Configuration: Standard tee layout for equal-branch line formation or main-to-lateral connection

Technical Specifications

• Nominal Size: 1-1/4 inch
• Material Type: Rigid polyvinyl chloride (PVC)
• System Type: Non-potable cold water, irrigation, agricultural piping
• Temperature Rating: Suitable for systems up to 140°F (60°C), non-pressurized or per applicable rating
• Compliance: Manufactured to meet dimensional and performance standards for barbed insert fittings

Installation Requirements

For proper assembly, ensure tubing ends are square-cut and free of debris. Fully insert the tubing over the barbs on each branch and secure with dual stainless steel hose clamps. Proper torque and clamp spacing are essential for ensuring a leak-resistant connection. Solvent cement is not used with insert fittings. This tee is not intended for use with pressurized potable water systems unless specified by the local code authority.

Typical Use Cases

This fitting is commonly used in:

• Landscape and agricultural irrigation layouts
• Low-pressure fluid distribution networks
• Rural and residential cold water PE pipe systems
• System extensions and lateral line installations

Material Advantage

PVC insert fittings are valued for their corrosion resistance, ease of installation, and compatibility with polyethylene tubing. Their lightweight nature and mechanical joint design reduce install time without requiring heat or adhesive bonding.

The 1-1/4 inch PVC Insert Tee provides a reliable method of branching or transitioning polyethylene tubing in cold water and irrigation applications. Its structural integrity and field-serviceable design make it suitable for professional system layouts requiring durability and repeatable performance.