Hydro-Rain - PVCL-SFX-050 - PVC-Lock® 1/2" PVCL Slide Repair Coupling

Product Overview

The Hydro-Rain PVCL-SFX-050 is a 1/2-inch slide repair coupling for compatible PVC irrigation piping. Its sliding repair design helps bridge a cut-out pipe section while using PVC-Lock push-fit sealing at the connection points.

Key Features

• 1/2 in. slide repair coupling
• PVC-Lock push-fit connections
• Sliding body simplifies in-line pipe repair
• Releasable and reusable with a compatible PVC-Lock release tool
• Stainless steel retaining system with O-ring seals
• Compatible with Schedule 40, Schedule 80, and Class PVC pipe

Common Uses

• Repairing damaged 1/2-inch PVC irrigation lines
• Replacing a short cut-out section of lateral pipe
• Serviceable sprinkler-system repairs where pipe movement is limited

Technical Specifications

• Model: PVCL-SFX-050
• Fitting Type: Slide 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 follow the slide-repair sequence so both pipe ends are fully engaged before pressurizing the system.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a slide repair coupling used for?
It helps reconnect an in-line PVC pipe repair when there is limited room to flex or move the existing pipe.

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

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

The PVCL-SFX-050 provides a push-fit slide solution for repairing compatible 1/2-inch PVC irrigation lines where a standard rigid coupling may be difficult to install.