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Gray PVC bulkhead fitting with female threaded ends

HAYWARD POOL PRODUCTS INC

HAYWARD POOL PRODUCTS INC BFA1030TES 3" Bulkhead Fitting FNPT x FNPT trap

SKU CH-JW9Z-D3SJ3 MPN BFA1030TES

A 3-inch PVC bulkhead fitting with female NPT threads on both sides, rated for 150 psi at 70 degrees F and operating between 40 and 140 degrees F

  • TypeDrain Components
  • MaterialHAWA
  • ColorGray
  • 3" FNPT threaded connections simplify tank installation
  • EPDM gasket provides reliable sealing on curved or flat surfaces
  • PVC construction handles 150 psi at 70 °F for high-pressure systems
  • Operates from 40 °F to 140 °F across seasonal temperature swings
  • Zero bolt holes allow quick fitting without drilling

3-Inch Bulkhead Fitting for Tank Connections

The Hayward BFA1030TES is a 3-inch bulkhead fitting designed to create a sealed pass-through on curved or flat tank walls. It suits installers and maintenance teams working on pool, spa or industrial fluid systems who need a reliable female-threaded connection on both sides of the wall.

Verify Tank Wall and Thread Compatibility

Confirm the tank wall thickness allows the fitting body to seat fully against the gasket surface. Both the inside and outside connections are 3-inch female NPT threads, so mating pipes or adapters must match that size and thread standard. The fitting carries no bolt holes, relying on compression alone.

PVC Body with EPDM Gasket for Chemical Resistance

The grey PVC construction resists corrosion from treated water and common pool chemicals within the stated temperature range of 40 to 140 degrees F. The EPDM gasket maintains a watertight seal at pressures up to 150 psi at 70 degrees F. Threaded female ends allow straightforward assembly with standard pipe dope or tape.

Highlights

  • 3" FNPT threaded connections simplify tank installation
  • EPDM gasket provides reliable sealing on curved or flat surfaces
  • PVC construction handles 150 psi at 70 °F for high-pressure systems
  • Operates from 40 °F to 140 °F across seasonal temperature swings
  • Zero bolt holes allow quick fitting without drilling

Specifications

TypeDrain Components
MaterialHAWA
ColorGray
BrandHayward
ModelBFA1030TES

Questions about this item

What comes in the box and do I need to buy gaskets or bolts separately?

The fitting ships as a single PVC bulkhead with an EPDM gasket installed; no bolt holes are present so no separate bolts are required.

How do I choose between the available connection sizes for this model?

This BFA1030TES is offered only with 3 in FNPT threads on both the inside and outside connections, so there is no size choice to make.

What does the 150 psi rating mean when the fitting is installed in my tank?

It indicates the maximum operating pressure of 150 psi at 70 °F; above that temperature the allowable pressure drops, and the fitting must not see temperatures below 40 °F or above 140 °F.

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