LF : 1" pvc and 1 1/2" PVC

[Aquattro]

I don't even use that, I just get that thin wall stuff. Even cheaper!

[gregzz4]

Sch40 is OK for pipe, but when it comes to fittings you need to look inside to see the clearance
"Skid40" fittings have a much smaller opening compared to Skid80 fittings

[Aquattro]

I get the white fittings. Work good.

[gregzz4]

I hate the white ones ... Sch40 are restrictive
Compare the insides of them against Sch80 and you'll see what I mean. Big difference

[Aquattro]

Water goes through holes, I'm happy.

[gregzz4]

Originally Posted by Aquattro

Water goes through holes, I'm happy.

Yup, it does.
Guess it all comes down to how much water you want to go through said holes

When planning plumbing I look at the fittings and see Sch40 cuts down flow considerably when it comes to unions/valves etc
Not my choice for parts, but to each his own. Or just what they can find locally

[Aquattro]

Yup. I simply need water to fall into sump, go back into tank. Done. The lumbing I have can support 5 times the flow I use, so whatever fitting home depot sells does the job. The entire plumbing job on my tank cost less than 20 bucks.

[Ryanerickson]

Originally Posted by gregzz4

I hate the white ones ... Sch40 are restrictive
Compare the insides of them against Sch80 and you'll see what I mean. Big difference

Greg think your confused sch80 pipe is a bit smaller inside but outside diameter is the same so sch 80 pipe will work with sch40 fitting. Sch80 fitting are same inside size but the outside of the fittings are bigger. Sch80 would be the most restricting but so little diffrence I think that's irrelevant. Also sch80is crazy overkill on aquariums unless your looking for the grey look your just wasting your money.in plumbing only time I really use sch80 PVC is under warehouses for potable water before they build. sch80 is super thick pipe therefore will not crack or break as easy plus less susceptible to freezing. I know your looking for a small piece but if you can not find it corix will sell you a full length for cheap and there all over bc good luck.

[The Guy]

Otter co-op @ 248th & Fraser Hwy sells short pieces of pvc.

[Aquattro]

http://www.sprinklerwarehouse.com/PV...-80-s/7615.htm