Hooking Up Garden Hose to PVC Pipe What is Needed

Introduction

Connecting a garden hose to PVC pipe can be a great project for those looking to hydrate their garden or use a pressurized irrigation system. While it may sound daunting at first, hooking up a garden hose to PVC piping is actually quite a straightforward process. This article looks at the components, tools and measurements needed to complete the connection.

Materials Needed

To hook up a garden hose to PVC pipe, there are certain materials needed. In terms of PVC, a PVC nipple, as well as a 3/4 inch male adapter union and PVC male adapter with two outlets, with pipe threading is needed. Additionally, the consumer should have a 3/4 inch female hose thread coupling, a 3/4 inch hose mender, and at least one hose clamp.

Tools Needed

The tools necessary for the job include some form of saw or cutting tool to cut the PVC pipe and some form of threading tool or threading machine with threading tools. An adjustable wrench and pipe wrench is also necessary. Of course, one will need a garden hose and a few plumbers' werehers are always helpful.

Instructions

To get started, the PVC pipe must be cut to the desired length and then the threads must be cut or created in each end of the pipe. This can be done with a pipe threader, or by using a threading tool to cut the threads. The end of the pipe that will attach to the faucet or spigot must be threaded to the garden hose. Finally, the other end of the pipe must be threaded to the PVC piping.

Once the threads are cut, the left side of the garden hose must be attached to the male adapter, and the female adapter must be connected to the other end of the garden hose. A hose clamp can be used to secure the hose to the adapters. Finally, the mender should be attached to the PVC pipe, and then the 3/4 inch male adapter union should be screwed into the end of the pipe.

In Summary

Hooking up a garden hose to PVC pipe involves selecting the correct components, having the right tools, and knowing what measurements are required. Provide the components, tools, and measurements discussed in this article, and the connection should be straightforward. With patience and a little know-how, anyone can make this connection in no time.