{"product_id":"40mm-1-5-flexible-pvc-pipe-for-spas-xxmm-od","title":"40mm Flexible PVC Pressure \u0026 Suction Pipe (48mm OD) - SpaFlex","description":"\u003c!-- 40mm (1.5\") SpaFlex Flexible PVC Pressure \u0026 Suction Pipe – USA Made --\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e40mm Flexible PVC Pressure \u0026amp; Suction Pipe (48mm OD) - SpaFlex\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(43, 0, 255);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePhysically Stocked, unlike most \"drop-shipping\" websites.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(43, 0, 255);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShipped from VIC, NSW, WA, QLD\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"product-content\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"badges\"\u003e40mm (1.5\") SpaFlex® Flexible PVC Pressure \u0026amp; Suction Pipe\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePremium \u003cstrong\u003eflexible PVC hose\u003c\/strong\u003e for spas, hot tubs, pools, and irrigation. \u003cstrong\u003eMade in the USA\u003c\/strong\u003e by leading manufacturers of spiral-reinforced flexible PVC, designed for reliable \u003cstrong\u003epressure (Class 18)\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003evacuum\/suction\u003c\/strong\u003e applications. This is \u003cstrong\u003enot\u003c\/strong\u003e the low-quality import hose that often fails sizing and leaks—this product is built for long service in Australian conditions. \u003cem\u003eTip:\u003c\/em\u003e Also suitable as \u003cstrong\u003evacuum pipe\u003c\/strong\u003e for spa\/pool suction lines.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"border-left: 4px solid #009BDB; padding: 12px 14px; margin: 14px 0; background: #f7fbff;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFits standard PVC\/CPVC pressure fittings:\u003c\/strong\u003e true 40 mm nominal size with approx. \u003cstrong\u003e48 mm OD\u003c\/strong\u003e. Glues into standard PVC pressure socket fittings.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUSA-Made quality\u003c\/strong\u003e flexible PVC with spiral reinforcement for tight bends and fewer fittings.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eClass 18\u003c\/strong\u003e rating for pressure lines; equally suitable for vacuum\/suction runs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eChemical \u0026amp; UV resistant*\u003c\/strong\u003e for spa\/pool environments; built for durability.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSchedule 40 fitting compatible\u003c\/strong\u003e—installs like rigid pressure pipe, but bends to route around obstacles.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCommon 40 mm size\u003c\/strong\u003e used across most spa \u0026amp; pool brands (pumps, jets, blowers, suctions, returns, water features).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAvailable Lengths\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable role=\"table\" style=\"width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse;\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align: left; border-bottom: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 8px;\"\u003eLength\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align: left; border-bottom: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 8px;\"\u003eNotes\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px;\"\u003e0.4 m (400 mm) \u003cstrong\u003ePre-cut\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px;\"\u003eMultiples supplied as separate pieces (e.g. 4 × 0.4 m = 4 pieces)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px;\"\u003e3 m\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px;\"\u003eStraight cut for most installations\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px;\"\u003e15 m roll\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px;\"\u003eBest value for larger jobs\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTech Specs\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNominal size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 40 mm (1.5\")\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOutside diameter (OD):\u003c\/strong\u003e ~48 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eClass:\u003c\/strong\u003e 18 (pressure)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Spiral-reinforced flexible PVC\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCompatibility:\u003c\/strong\u003e Standard PVC\/CPVC pressure (Schedule 40) socket fittings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eApplications:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pumps, jets, blowers, suctions, returns, water features, irrigation, vacuum pipe\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCountry of origin:\u003c\/strong\u003e USA\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eInstallation Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWarm to flex:\u003c\/strong\u003e Use mild heat (e.g. heat gun) to increase flexibility. In colder temperatures pipe can be quite stiff.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePrimer + \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/heaterandspaparts.com.au\/pages\/search-results-page?q=weld-on%20pool%20%27r%20spa%20glue\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eFlexible-PVC Glue\u003c\/a\u003e required:\u003c\/strong\u003e Use a proper primer and a \u003cem\u003eFlexible-PVC\u003c\/em\u003e adhesive. \u003cem\u003eRegular rigid PVC glue will eventually leak\u003c\/em\u003e because it does not flex or fill properly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e*UV\/Sunlight warning:\u003c\/strong\u003e Do not leave exposed to direct sunlight for long periods, as discolouration will occur. At minimum, cover or paint the pipe if installed outdoors. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGluing: \u003c\/strong\u003eEnsure clean, square cuts; glue, then twist \u0026amp; hold joint until initial set.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSupport pipe: \u003c\/strong\u003eFailure to properly support pipe can cause failure of joints and fittings. As pipe softens at temperature, they can sag! \u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdetails open=\"\" style=\"margin: 14px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy USA-Made vs. cheap imports?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding-top: 8px;\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCorrect sizing \u0026amp; standards:\u003c\/strong\u003e True 40 mm nominal sizing for Australian fittings.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBetter materials \u0026amp; reinforcement:\u003c\/strong\u003e Resists collapse, cracking, and kinking.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFewer leaks, longer life:\u003c\/strong\u003e Designed for continuous spa\/pool duty.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"border: 1px solid #FF6F20; padding: 12px 14px; border-radius: 8px; background: #fff7f2; margin: 18px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNote for non-plumbers:\u003c\/strong\u003e PVC pressure pipe uses \u003cem\u003enominal\u003c\/em\u003e names that do not equal the measured OD. This 40 mm pipe measures ~48 mm OD. Please review our \u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/pages\/pvc-pressure-pipe-dimensions\"\u003ePVC Pressure Pipe Dimensions Guide\u003c\/a\u003e before ordering.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- SpaFlex 710-00 Quick Specs (sourced from Pacific Echo \/ Spa-Flex 710-00) --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"spaflex-specs\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 8px 0;\"\u003eSpecs apply to \u003cstrong\u003eSpa-Flex® \u003c\/strong\u003eflexible PVC hose. Working pressures are for \u003cem\u003eopen-end applications only\u003c\/em\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse;\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align: left; border-bottom: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 8px;\"\u003eNominal Size\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align: left; border-bottom: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 8px;\"\u003eApprox OD\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align: left; border-bottom: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 8px;\"\u003eRec. WP @ 72°F\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align: left; border-bottom: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 8px;\"\u003eDesign Burst @ 72°F\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align: left; border-bottom: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 8px;\"\u003eApprox Burst @ 140°F\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align: left; border-bottom: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 8px;\"\u003eRec. Min Bend Radius\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align: left; border-bottom: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 8px;\"\u003eApprox Weight\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px;\"\u003e1\/2\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px;\"\u003e0.84\" (~21.3 mm)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px;\"\u003e100 psi\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px;\"\u003e400 psi\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px;\"\u003e180 psi\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px;\"\u003e2\" (~50.8 mm)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px;\"\u003e0.15 lbs\/ft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px;\"\u003e3\/4\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px;\"\u003e1.05\" (~26.7 mm)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px;\"\u003e100 psi\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px;\"\u003e400 psi\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px;\"\u003e180 psi\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px;\"\u003e2\" (~50.8 mm)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px;\"\u003e0.23 lbs\/ft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px;\"\u003e1\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px;\"\u003e1.315\" (~33.4 mm)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px;\"\u003e100 psi\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px;\"\u003e355 psi\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px;\"\u003e180 psi\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px;\"\u003e3\" (~76.2 mm)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px;\"\u003e0.31 lbs\/ft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px;\"\u003e1-1\/4\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px;\"\u003e1.66\" (~42.2 mm)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px;\"\u003e80 psi\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px;\"\u003e250 psi\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px;\"\u003e120 psi\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px;\"\u003e4\" (~101.6 mm)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px;\"\u003e0.40 lbs\/ft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px;\"\u003e1-1\/2\" (40 mm)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px;\"\u003e1.90\" (~48.3 mm)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px;\"\u003e65 psi\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px;\"\u003e200 psi\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px;\"\u003e100 psi\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px;\"\u003e5\" (~127 mm)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px;\"\u003e0.49 lbs\/ft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px;\"\u003e2\" (50 mm)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px;\"\u003e2.375\" (~60.3 mm)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px;\"\u003e60 psi\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px;\"\u003e175 psi\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px;\"\u003e90 psi\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px;\"\u003e6\" (~152.4 mm)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px;\"\u003e0.68 lbs\/ft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px;\"\u003e2-1\/2\" (65 mm)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px;\"\u003e2.875\" (~73.0 mm)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px;\"\u003e60 psi\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px;\"\u003e175 psi\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px;\"\u003e90 psi\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px;\"\u003e7\" (~177.8 mm)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px;\"\u003e0.95 lbs\/ft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px;\"\u003e3\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px;\"\u003e3.50\" (~88.9 mm)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px;\"\u003e60 psi\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px;\"\u003e175 psi\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px;\"\u003e90 psi\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px;\"\u003e8\" (~203.2 mm)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px;\"\u003e1.28 lbs\/ft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 10px 0 0 0; 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