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RockHound
03-29-2008, 05:15 AM
Might be old news to some.
But, some new hands may not know.
But, if you ever decide you want a DIY sump.
And, need to put a bulkhead in it.


Electrical conduit fittings work perfectly.
They can be found at Lowes, HomeDepot, etc.

They come in 1/2, 3/4 & 1 inch.
They are about 0.50 cents each.
1 male, 1 female & a gasket.
http://i270.photobucket.com/albums/jj85/placer_mines/bh1.jpg

http://i270.photobucket.com/albums/jj85/placer_mines/bh2.jpg

http://i270.photobucket.com/albums/jj85/placer_mines/bh3.jpg

Simple as that.
Maybe this belongs in the DIY section?:confused:

DiscusOnly
03-29-2008, 07:33 AM
Did not know that! Thanks for the info

discus bob
04-02-2008, 10:19 AM
I think I would be very hesitant to use this fitting considering the risk and cost of a regular bulkhead fitting.
Electrical bulkhead fitting are designed to be weather-tight and not submerged. Submerged fittings have a much larger gasket or seal area.
Use with caution!

phidelt85
04-02-2008, 06:23 PM
I've done the exact same thing with regular PVC fittings and bathdrain gaskets. No problems on my end. :thumbsup:

Graham
04-02-2008, 06:28 PM
The thing that needs to be watched out for with regular PUC fitting is that they are tapered. They are not made to screw together tight as electrical PVC is.

Although I've used other fittings ........A proper Bulkhead is still the way to go

RockHound
04-02-2008, 09:57 PM
I agree, a normal bulkhead is better.
As the flange area is wider.


I would not use one of these on an aquarium.

But, have used them on sumps & the like.
With no bad experiances, over years.

In my case it is a 60 mile round trip drive to get a normal one.
(30 there & 30 back)
Or, wait for mail/order to arrive in the mail.

With these, Lowes/Home-Depot is only a few minutes away.
Which just makes it quick & handy, in a pinch.

Tropical Haven
04-03-2008, 09:05 AM
I have seen these used by people that I know and they never had an issue with them either.