American Granby SCH 40 PVC Long Sweep Elbow 1½"

In pool plumbing, tight turns and unnecessary fittings create flow loss, added head pressure, and long-term strain on equipment. The American Granby Schedule 40 1 1/2” PVC Sweep Elbow (Slip x Spigot) is designed to solve these problems by combining a smooth, long-radius 90-degree sweep with a street-style spigot end, allowing for cleaner, more efficient plumbing layouts.

This fitting is widely used by pool service professionals and builders when space is limited or when a direct glue-in connection is needed without adding extra couplings. By reducing turbulence and minimizing the number of joints, this sweep elbow improves circulation efficiency while simplifying installation.

Engineered specifically for pool and spa plumbing systems, this is not a generic plumbing fitting—it is built to handle continuous water flow, chemical exposure, and real-world pool equipment demands.

Why Sweep + Street Fittings Matter in Pool Plumbing

Every change in direction affects hydraulic performance. Standard short-radius elbows create turbulence, while unnecessary couplings add friction and potential leak points.

The American Granby 1 1/2” sweep elbow SL x SPG delivers two major advantages:

• A sweep radius that reduces head loss and maintains smoother flow

• A spigot (street) end that glues directly into another fitting, eliminating extra joints

This combination is ideal for equipment pads, tight plumbing runs, and retrofits where space and efficiency both matter.

Slip x Spigot Configuration Explained

This fitting features:

• Slip (socket) end: accepts 1 1/2” Schedule 40 PVC pipe

• Spigot (street) end: inserts directly into the socket of another PVC fitting

The spigot end functions like a piece of pipe, allowing the sweep elbow to glue directly into valves, tees, couplings, or other fittings. This reduces overall plumbing length, minimizes fittings, and improves flow efficiency.

For pool professionals, this often means:

• Cleaner plumbing layouts

• Fewer glue joints

• Reduced leak risk

• Easier alignment in tight spaces

Schedule 40 PVC Built for Pool Systems

Manufactured from rigid Schedule 40 PVC, this sweep elbow is rated for the pressures commonly found in residential and light commercial pool systems. It is fully compatible with standard 1 1/2” Schedule 40 PVC pipe used throughout pool plumbing.

The material resists:

• Chlorinated and chemically treated water

• Temperature fluctuations

• Cracking and deformation under pressure

• Long-term wear in buried or exposed installations

This makes it suitable for both underground plumbing and above-ground equipment pads.

Common Pool & Spa Applications

The American Granby SCH 40 1 1/2” PVC Sweep Elbow SL x SPG is commonly used for:

• Equipment pad plumbing where space is limited

• Pump suction and discharge lines

• Filter, heater, and chlorinator connections

• Return line plumbing

• Plumbing repairs where an extra coupling is undesirable

• Underground pool plumbing installations

Anywhere you need a smooth 90-degree turn with a compact, efficient connection, this fitting is the correct solution.

Trusted by Pool Service Professionals

Pool professionals choose sweep street elbows because they reduce callbacks and improve long-term system performance. Fewer fittings mean fewer potential failure points, and smoother flow means better circulation and lower pump strain.

This fitting is especially useful in:

• Tight equipment pads

• Retrofit and repair work

• Variable-speed pump systems

• Energy-efficiency upgrades

Using the right fittings from the start makes a measurable difference in system reliability.

Specifications

Installation Notes

• Designed for use with 1 1/2” Schedule 40 PVC pipe

• Spigot end glues directly into another fitting’s socket

• Use approved PVC primer and cement for pool plumbing

• Allow full cure time before pressurizing the system

• Dry-fit first to confirm alignment before cementing

Proper installation ensures smooth flow and long-term leak-free performance.

Buy with Confidence from Benchmark Pool Supply

When you purchase the American Granby SCH 40 1 1/2” PVC Sweep Elbow SL x SPG from Benchmark Pool Supply, you’re choosing professional-grade pool plumbing components trusted by service technicians.

You receive:

• Genuine American Granby fittings

• Parts selected specifically for pool and spa plumbing

• Fast shipping from a knowledgeable pool supply team

• Support from professionals who understand real-world installations

This is the same type of fitting used on professional equipment pads—not generic plumbing substitutes.