Fernco TSW-4 tap saddle offers a faster & cheaper way to make connections in main sewer lines. It fits over a sewer line using clamps to offer a leak-proof connection. This 12-inch-long Fernco tap saddle has a wye type connection that facilitates lateral connection.
Working Mechanism:
- After excavating the sewer line and cleaning the outer surface of the pipe, create a hole in the sewer pipe of appropriate diameter matching the Fernco TSW-4 wye tap saddle's locating ring. Remove any sharp edges.
- Wrap the saddle around the pipe by positioning the tap saddle gasket such that the locating ring gets inside the cored hole.
- Secure the saddle to the pipe by sliding the supplied clamps in place & pulling on their tails.
- Connect the lateral pipe to the wye port & tighten a clamp at the connection point.
Features:
- Fernco TSW-4 tap saddle is suitable only for non-potable water applications.
- Its wye connection is a female type connection that accepts lateral connections.
- This 12-inch-long Fernco tap saddle has a locating ring inside its large sized apron for fitting holes on the sewer line.
- Large band grooves on the tap saddle allow tight connection of clamps without allowing any excess movement.
Compatible Accessories:
- Fernco TSPK-46 Pressure Kit for Flexible Tap Saddle: This pressure kit with Bentonite tape is used by tap saddles for a water tight seal at pressures up to 10 PSI. It has plastic-coated steel reinforcing bars for applying sealing pressure.
- Interlocked Worm Gear Clamps: This Fernco tap saddle of 12 inch length is supplied with 3 "slip-lock" clamps made of 300 Series stainless steel for faster & secure installations.
Frequently Asked Questions:
Q. What is Fernco TSW-4 tap saddle made of?
A. This Fernco tap saddle of 12 inch length is made from high durometer PVC having rot-proof & leak-proof properties. It is also resistant to ultraviolet rays, chemicals, fungal growth and sewer gases.
Q. What is the maximum operating pressure of Fernco TSW-4 wye tap saddle?
A. This Fernco tap saddle can operate at a maximum pressure of 4.3 psi.
Q. What is the maximum operating temperature of Fernco TSW-4 wye tap saddle?
A. This Fernco tap saddle of 12 inch length can operate at a maximum non-consistent temperature of 140 degrees F.