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Gray PVC bulkhead fitting with threaded and socket ends

HAYWARD POOL PRODUCTS INC

HAYWARD POOL PRODUCTS INC BFA1040CES 4" Bulkhead Fitting trap

SKU CH-QY2E-SD03K MPN BFA1040CES

A 4-inch bulkhead fitting with FNPT and socket connections for curved or flat tanks, using EPDM gaskets and rated to 150 psi at 70°F

  • TypeDrain Components
  • MaterialHAWA
  • ColorGray
  • 4" threaded and socket connections simplify tank installation
  • EPDM gasket provides reliable sealing across temperature ranges
  • Rated to 150 psi at 70°F for high-pressure systems
  • Operates from 40°F to 140°F in varied climates
  • Gray PVC construction resists corrosion in pool environments

4″ Bulkhead Fitting for Tank Connections

This Hayward bulkhead fitting joins a 4″ female threaded pipe inside a tank to a 4″ female socket connection on the outside. The PVC body with an EPDM gasket is designed for curved or flat tank walls and suits pool, spa or industrial plumbing systems. It is sold new and ready for solvent-weld installation.

Sustained Pressure and Temperature Performance

The fitting is rated for a maximum operating pressure of 150 psi at 70 degrees F and handles continuous service up to 140 degrees F. The minimum operating temperature is 40 degrees F, so the assembly remains sealed in cold-water conditions. Gray PVC construction resists corrosion from treated water and common pool chemicals over long periods.

Simple Solvent-Weld Installation

Installers solvent-weld the socket end to standard 4″ PVC pipe and thread the internal connection to the tank fitting. The one-piece body has no bolt holes, so alignment depends on accurate pipe cut length and square cuts. The most common issue is leakage caused by insufficient primer or cement on the socket joint or by cross-threading the internal NPT connection.

Highlights

  • 4" threaded and socket connections simplify tank installation
  • EPDM gasket provides reliable sealing across temperature ranges
  • Rated to 150 psi at 70°F for high-pressure systems
  • Operates from 40°F to 140°F in varied climates
  • Gray PVC construction resists corrosion in pool environments

Specifications

TypeDrain Components
MaterialHAWA
ColorGray
BrandHayward
ModelBFA1040CES

Questions about this item

Does the 150 psi pressure rating at 70 degrees Fahrenheit hold steady during continuous operation?

The fitting is rated for a maximum operating pressure of 150 psi at 70 degrees Fahrenheit, with a temperature range of 40 to 140 degrees Fahrenheit for continuous use.

What piping materials and tools are needed to connect the 4-inch FNPT and socket ends?

The inside connection uses 4-inch female NPT threads for threaded pipe, while the outside uses a 4-inch solvent-weld socket for PVC pipe; primer, cement and thread sealant are required.

Will the EPDM gasket seal reliably against an older fibreglass tank wall?

The EPDM gasket is designed for both curved and flat tank surfaces, providing a seal on fibreglass, polyethylene or metal walls without additional gasket material.

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