View Full Version : PVC to Air line


Gordonious
12-18-2007, 12:13 AM
I wanted to find a way to convert from PVC to air line so I can set up a drip acclimator at an LFS I just started working at last month. I suppose what I am looking for is some sort of T like the one pictured on this page (http://www.cichlid-forum.com/articles/diy_auto_water_changes.php), but I know I won't be able to use brass fittings as it will have salt water running through it.
They call the parts "PVC Reducing Tees (½" Slip x ½" Slip x 1/8" FPT)" and "Brass male adapters 1/8 MPT x 3/16 barb".

So my two questions to start are:
-What specificly do I need/what is it called? and
-Where can I get them? (local or online)

Thanks in advance,
Jon

poppin_fresh
12-18-2007, 12:26 AM
You should be able to mix and match PVC fittings and vinyl barbs to get to the size tubing you want. They should all use the same Male/female pipe threads (MPT/FPT) to make the job easier. You may end up having to use a lot of adapters, but it should be doable with out using brass. I have yet to see something in brass that you cant get in plastic.

veriann
12-18-2007, 09:11 AM
yup, ether that or create a pvc plenum & just drill & rubber gromit it. your talking drip here so its subject to very little pressure & a fraction of the cost