Bulkheads
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Ron Reefman
Active member
I use the slip and then use a flexible adaptor/splice to 'insulate' my pvc pipe from being directly attached to the tank. It's worked really well.
sleepydoc
Team RC
I get mine from BRS.
You can go either PVC or ABS. PVC are stronger, but ABS has the advantage that if you torque them too much, they will break before your tank does. I've heard stories of pvc bulkheads cracking tanks. One issue with PVC is they generally require larger holes for a given size.
Regarding slip vs threaded, I would go with slip. Cemented slip joints are far easier and more secure, IMO. Many people worry about being able to take down their plumbing, but in truth, that rarely needs to be done, and when it does you usually need to re-do your plumbing anyway. New bulkheads are cheap, so expense isn't a big concern either.
You can go either PVC or ABS. PVC are stronger, but ABS has the advantage that if you torque them too much, they will break before your tank does. I've heard stories of pvc bulkheads cracking tanks. One issue with PVC is they generally require larger holes for a given size.
Regarding slip vs threaded, I would go with slip. Cemented slip joints are far easier and more secure, IMO. Many people worry about being able to take down their plumbing, but in truth, that rarely needs to be done, and when it does you usually need to re-do your plumbing anyway. New bulkheads are cheap, so expense isn't a big concern either.
E_shaw90
Member
http://flexpvc.com/indexBulkheadFittings.shtml They will have what your looking for and maybe some stuff you didn't know you needed...lol
krzyphsygy
Active member
Life guard aquatics. I ordered off amazon. Pvc made and very nice grade. No leaks.
http://www.coralvue.com/schedule-80-bulkhead-slip-to-slip
are these any good?
having trouble finding slipxslip
are these any good?
having trouble finding slipxslip
when I look on amazon or at big water brand. they only have slipxthread. do they even make sch 80 slipxslip?
Bent
I got nothin'
CPR Aquatic 4 Count Slip by Slip High Quality ABS Bulkheads for Aquarium Filters, 1-Inch https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00CLU3EW8/ref=cm_sw_r_awd_XE3YvbRZB6FZJ
*1-1/2" (1.5") Bulkhead Fitting, Slip x Slip, Made in the USA https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0093AMMSG/ref=cm_sw_r_awd_PF3YvbCJ4RJB1
*1-1/2" (1.5") Bulkhead Fitting, Slip x Slip, Made in the USA https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0093AMMSG/ref=cm_sw_r_awd_PF3YvbCJ4RJB1
Toddrtrex
Premium Member
If you are going to use Sch 80 bulkheads, make sure that they will actually fit your holes. There are differences between the body sizes for the Sch 80 and ABS.
http://www.bulkreefsupply.com/bulkh...hread-1-6fc3d5c19d1dce101093e77b0bb4a365.html
Vs,
http://www.bulkreefsupply.com/bulkhead-abs-slip-x-slip-1-7c63a554c36ea63c77723a472b7ca20f.html
For this, threaded or slip isn't a factor.
Harry Muscle
New member
Does it have any manufacturer markings on it? Who makes their bulkheads?
Thanks,
Harry
