How To Make A Threaded PVC Fitting Connection

There are competing arguments on the best sealant product to use when making a threaded PVC fitting connection on an irrigation system. Whichever product you prefer, it's important to know how to properly use it and how tight to make the connection. Hunter Williams from Ewing Irrigation explains in this video.

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[jonboy]

Wow, that was one of the most no-nonsense, to the point, and full of useful information videos i've seen anywhere. Fantastic.

[frdfixit]

Thank you sir! You got all three "Cs"--Clear, Concise and Complete. Unlike so many YouTubers, you actually knew what you were going to say before the camera started rolling. It makes the viewer's experience so much better, and it makes it obvious that you are a pro (maybe that's why professional film studios have scripts...)

[spencersgarage]

This is exactly what I needed to know! Clear instructions and right to the point.

[michaeljstromberg]

This was easily the best video I've found on the subject. I only wish I had found this sooner before I went down several random contractor message board rabbit holes.

[apollo]

Glad I watched this. I was told at the hardware store that Teflon or sealer wasn’t need and my pipes kept on leaking! I was starting to question if I would even thread a pipe together right lol😂

[candy]

So, you really can teach an older dog new tricks. I definitely learned a few things. I appreciate the information - Thank you.

[shieldcracker]

Great video, no BS very professional. Thank you sir.

[watchtelevision]

Thanks. I had overtightened and my pvc cracked the edge. great info!

[wincoder]

A very clear, and helpful video. Thank you.

[raymondjackson]

Another no razzle-dazzle... Grrrreeeat! Get to the point, and I appreciate it! Looking for a fail-safe way to join these PVC fittings. Will try and hope it works. Thanks!

[michaelstrode]

My obvious problem is not using thick enough tape or more turns with thin tape. Driving me crazy watching 1 liter per hour leak until I can get tape tomorrow. But I save the water so it was not lost...only leaking. Thanks for the video. Easy to know how thick it must be.

[garyssprinklerrepair]

Great video thanks for posting. Liked the intro music too.

[artnoll]

Excellent video. Where have you been all my life? :)

[twfkbuildabike]

Lasco, the giant mfg of PVC pipes and fittings, is emphatic about NOT using Teflon tape on threaded PVC fittings. Their rational is that the Teflon is lubricating and it makes it too easy to overtighten the fitting. Their recommendation is to use a non-hardening sealant, though their website doesn't make a recommendation for one. Many of the videos on YouTube about tape vs sealant are not from manufacturers of pipe and fittings but are from distributors, plumbers, DIYers, and home-improvement shows. McMaster lists 37 items on its page of non-hardening sealants.

[pcofranc]

Felling a little embarrassed - this is the first time I have ever gotten formal training on proper tightening and a good comparison of tape vs dope. Also, I never felt great about using a wrench with teeth and I own a strap wrench but never use it. I completed a replacement of 4 1" ID globe valves and I must confess a few things were really cranked up tight - but I have not filled the trenches and will revisit and dissemble and use the methods in this video.

[dauraktv]

What if I’ve been taught to use both thread tape and pipe thread sealant on each connection?

[wnmwnm]

So if you follow this procedure and find that you have a slow leak under pressure, do you try tightening further? If so, how far do you continue before you give up, take apart the joint and try again, possibly changing to the other type (tape/dope) of sealant?

[SoggyCashew]

What is the female thread type of a PVC 1-1/2" to a threaded 1/2" female reducer? Im trying to 3d print a fitting to screw into the 1/2". Thanks!

[leohowell]

Any comment on screwing brass, or Galvanized into a PVC fitting?

[redneckfarmer]

Is there an advantage or disadvantage to using both. Tape first then thread sealant over it?