Product Overview
The HOME-FLEX 18-440-015 is a bent anodeless service or meter riser that transitions a 1-1/2-inch IPS underground polyethylene gas line to a 1-1/2-inch steel male pipe thread connection at or above grade. Its protected metal section provides a controlled transition where buried yellow poly pipe approaches an approved meter, regulator, or above-ground metal piping connection. HOME-FLEX lists this size in a 30-inch by 19-inch configuration and identifies current IPEX product code 251029.
The plain polyethylene end connects to the compatible underground run through a properly selected HOME-FLEX Underground coupling or another approved joining method. The steel MIP end supports the threaded connection specified by the system designer, utility, and authority having jurisdiction. This riser is part of the direct-burial HOME-FLEX Underground system for natural gas and propane and belongs to the ASTM F1973 product family. The current catalog specifies a maximum working pressure of 90 PSI and maximum working temperature of 140°F. Because this is a larger service component, system capacity, pressure regulation, burial, support, tracer wire, inspection, testing, and final utility connection require professional design and approval. The riser body must not be shortened or altered.
Key Features:
- 1-1/2-inch IPS poly to 1-1/2-inch steel MIP transition
- Bent 30-inch x 19-inch anodeless riser
- Protected transition from buried poly to metal piping
- For natural-gas or propane underground systems
- ASTM F1973 product family
- Current IPEX cross-reference product code 251029
Common Uses:
- Transitioning a larger underground gas service toward a meter or regulator
- Bringing buried 1-1/2-inch IPS poly pipe to an approved metal connection
- Commercial, multi-load, or other professionally sized underground systems
Technical Specifications:
- Shopify SKU / legacy VPC number: 18-440-015
- Current IPEX product code: 251029
- Product type: Bent anodeless service or meter riser
- Underground connection: 1-1/2-inch IPS poly pipe
- Metal connection: 1-1/2-inch steel MIP
- Manufacturer configuration: 30 inches x 19 inches
- Fuel compatibility: Natural gas and propane
- Maximum working pressure: 90 PSI
- Maximum working temperature: 140°F
- Standard: ASTM F1973
- Connection accessory: Compatible underground coupling required for the plain poly end
Important Installation Note:
Fuel-gas service work must be completed by qualified personnel according to the gas utility, authority having jurisdiction, current HOME-FLEX manual, and local codes. Do not alter the riser body or expose yellow polyethylene pipe above grade. Verify all system sizing, regulator, burial, tracer-wire, support, testing, and final-connection requirements.
FAQ
Are both connection sizes 1-1/2 inches?
Yes. The buried poly end is 1-1/2-inch IPS and the steel end is 1-1/2-inch MIP.
Is a coupling needed?
Yes. The plain poly tail requires a compatible underground coupling or other approved joining method.
Can the riser be modified?
No. HOME-FLEX states that the riser body must not be altered.
Who should size the system?
A qualified designer or installer should verify gas pressure, connected load, run length, and local requirements.
Why Buy the HOME-FLEX 18-440-015 From Big Frog Supply?
Big Frog Supply identifies the exact large-size connections, legacy SKU, current IPEX code, dimensions, operating limits, standard, and connection requirements so professional buyers can verify this riser before ordering.
