If you’re having some difficulties with the attachments of your pipes and cylinders, then you may want to consider using the Swing Check Valve
Pet Store. This is essentially a form of mechanism, which will allow you to join a couple of tubes, provided that these are of the same size. This will also enable you to organize the hoses, which come with your filtration devices, giving you a cleaner and more appealing set-up of the machines. This is an excellent substitute for mounts and screw-on platforms, which are not only dangerous to install, but will overcrowd the top of the tank, as well.
This product is quite small, and it has an overall diameter of a little below an inch, since it is meant to hold pipes, which have a thickness of half of an inch, securely. It is almost always available in a dark color, which will make it look more subtle against the backdrop of the aquarium. It is made purely from plastic, which can withstand the constant water pressure, as well as the build-up of rust. You can utilize this tool to control the flow of liquid into the tank, too.
The Swing Check Valve will truly give you limitless possibilities when it comes to the maintenance of your
aquarium.
Part #: FT8933
Description: 1/2" Clear PVC Socketed Swing Check Valve
Size: 1/2" Slip x 1/2" Slip
Designed to be used any place where you want to stop backflow and siphoning. These are among the highest quality check valves to be found. Relative to other types and manufacturers of check valves, there is minimal pressure loss.
- No Metallic parts, corrosion resistant
- Full Flow design
- Angle seat and weighted flapper design for low pressure seal
- PVC weighted and shielded flapper will retain backpressure up to 125 PSI
- Ideal for close working areas, easy pipe alignment
- Designed for both horizontal and vertical usage
- Pressure rated 125 PSI @ 72ºF tension
**Variations of this product can be found in many online stores. The version we carry is of the highest quality. Although this item is eligible for price matching under our Low Price Guarantee, please be certain the product you want to price match is the same make and model.