Hydro-Rain - PVCL-FPC-050 - PVC-Lock® 1/2" PVCL Flexible Push-On Coupling

Product Overview

The Hydro-Rain PVCL-FPC-050 is a 1/2-inch flexible PVC-Lock repair coupling for joining compatible PVC irrigation pipe where a small amount of alignment flexibility is helpful. Its push-fit ends grip and seal the pipe without primer or solvent cement at the fitting joints and can be released with a compatible PVC-Lock release tool.

Key Features

• 1/2 in. flexible push-on coupling
• PVC-Lock push-fit connections
• Flexible body helps accommodate minor alignment differences
• Releasable and reusable with a compatible release tool
• Stainless steel retaining system with O-ring seals
• Compatible with Schedule 40, Schedule 80, and Class PVC pipe

Common Uses

• Repairing 1/2-inch PVC irrigation lines
• Joining pipe where perfect straight-line alignment is difficult
• Serviceable sprinkler-system repairs

Technical Specifications

• Model: PVCL-FPC-050
• Fitting Type: Flexible repair coupling
• Size: 1/2 in.
• Working Pressure: 0-150 PSI
• Maximum Working Pressure: 150 PSI at 68°F
• Burst Pressure: 600 PSI
• Certification: IAPMO IGC 300-2013

Compatibility & Installation Notes

Use with compatible 1/2-inch Schedule 40, Schedule 80, or Class PVC pipe. Cut pipe square, remove burrs, bevel as directed, and insert each pipe end fully. The flexible section is intended to assist with alignment, not to replace proper pipe support.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is this coupling rigid?
No. It uses a flexible center section to help with minor alignment differences during repair.

Can the coupling be removed?
Yes, using a compatible PVC-Lock release tool.

Why Buy Hydro-Rain PVCL-FPC-050 from Big Frog Supply?

The PVCL-FPC-050 provides a serviceable flexible repair connection for compatible 1/2-inch PVC irrigation lines where a rigid coupling may be harder to position.