Is this runner coupler ok to use???

[reefermad619]

So I found a rubber coupler that would allow me to break down my plumbing super easily. I plan on putting the tank against a wall, so plumbing from back is out. The tank is a 180 with 100gal sump. I want to use this coupler so in case I need to break down plumbing for cleaning, it will completely come apart. This is it.

The plan is to have the plumbing from bulkhead go into top of coupler, then an elbow coming from the bottom that attaches the rest of plumbing. This way I can pull the coupler and completly break apart plumbing from sump to tank. The problem I see is that is says for drain, vent, or waste only. Don't know if that means it's NOT suitable for potable water, or just won't hold up to pressure well, which our drains don't produce a lot of. So... What say u?

 

[Baxter]

I have used these in the past, had a couple on a folr tank and also on a reef.

 

[reefermad619]

Thanks Baxter. I thought they would be ok, just wanted to see if others had used them.

 

[tkeracer619]

Can you not use a standard or true union?

 

[BuffaloReef]

The metal parts will rust. That could make it more difficult to open and close. The rubber should be safe but it specifically says it's for drains, not fresh water.

 

[reefermad619]

@ TK619: a union was my first thought. But I want to be able to complete pull out the plumping. Neither piece of a union will fit thru the hole drilled for my bulk. I know I can attach the pieces to the bulks while the sump is out, and then connect the rest once the sump is in, but I was trying to avoid cutting pipe if I ever need to move the tank. The plan is to water test in garage, which I have full acces to front and back of tank. then break it down and move it into the house. The tank will be against a wall and I just wanted to be able to snap the plumbing back in with the sump in place. The sump is a real B!tc* to get into place. So that's why I want to snap the plumbing back in with the sump in place. Which would make these couplers come in REAL handy. But the cost money! And I get all regular plumbing parts for free from my uncle. So 1.5" union cost nothing will these couplers cost ~$4 each.

@ buffalo: I think they say for drains only so people don't use them with high pressure plumbing. More of a liability issue. I did think about the rust issue, but I figures when the got rusted or started showing signs of rust, that I would replace em and break plumbing down for a cleaning. But instead of taking all plumbing out, including plumbing in the overflow, maybe I'll just use unions and flexible pipe cleaners.

Thanks for the feed back guys.