Dielectric Unions

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<p>Dielectric unions provide insulation between incompatible materials for joining them safely. They avoid electrolysis, which leads to corrosion or pipe failure. They are ideal for pipe sizes ranging from 3/4 to 4 inches. </p>
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LF3100 Series Dielectric Unions

StyleModelInlet SizeOutlet SizeMax. Working PressureInsulation MaterialAdapter MaterialGasket MaterialGasket Maximum PressureGasket Maximum TemperaturePrice
ALF3100M3 2 1/22 1/2"2 1/2"175 psiPolysulfoneCast IronBuna N250 psi180°F€439.52
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BLF3100M3 33"3"175 psiPolysulfoneCast IronBuna N250 psi180°F€602.83
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BLF3100M3 44"4"175 psiPolysulfoneCast IronBuna N250 psi180°F€1,595.52
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LF301 Series Dielectric Unions

StyleModelInlet SizeOutlet SizeInsulation MaterialMax. Working PressureAdapter MaterialGasket MaterialInlet TypeLeadPrice
ALF301 1 1/21 1/2"1 1/2"Plastic-SteelEPDMFemale ThreadedNot Present€35.44
ALF301 1 1/41 1/4"1 1/4"Plastic-SteelEPDMFemale ThreadedNot Present€23.28
ALF301 11"1"Plastic-SteelEPDMFemale ThreadedNot Present€15.15
BLF301 1/21/2"1/2"Plastic250 psiSteelEPDMFemale ThreadedNot Present€16.35
ALF301 22"2"Plastic-SteelEPDMFemale ThreadedNot Present€49.22
ALF301 3/43/4"3/4"Plastic-SteelEPDMFemale ThreadedNot Present€27.42
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DUXLC Dielectric Pipe Fittings

StyleModelMPNPrice
A1-DUXLC1-DUXLC€114.55
B2-DUXLC2-DUXLC€247.89
C3-DUXLC3-DUXLC€392.34
D12-DUXLC12-DUXLC€37.76
E34-DUXLC34-DUXLC€41.58
F112-DUXLC112-DUXLC€129.14
G114-DUXLC114-DUXLC€89.73
H212-DUXLC212-DUXLC€606.77
StyleModelBody MaterialPrice
A701-418Brass€51.47
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A701-414Brass€8.56
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A701-415Brass€13.94
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A701-413Brass€6.38
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A701-416Brass€21.19
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A701-417Brass€31.89
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StyleModelBody MaterialPrice
A701-703GBrass€11.88
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A701-704GBrass€14.89
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A701-705GBrass€20.87
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A701-706GBrass€28.49
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A701-707GBrass€40.44
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A701-708GBrass€67.42
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StyleModelBody MaterialPrice
A701-803GBrass€14.08
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A701-804GBrass€17.30
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StyleModelBody MaterialPrice
A701-103GBrass€6.06
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A701-104GBrass€7.90
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A701-105GBrass€11.37
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A701-106GBrass€16.62
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A701-107GBrass€24.41
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A701-108GBrass€41.00
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StyleModelBody MaterialPrice
A701-304GBrass€10.98
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A701-306GBrass€15.39
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LF3006 Series Dielectric Unions

StyleModelPipe SizeAdapter MaterialInlet MaterialInlet SizeNut MaterialOutlet MaterialOutlet SizeFitting Side A MaterialPrice
ALF3006 2-Malleable IronMalleable Iron2"Malleable IronMalleable Iron2"-€180.14
ALF3006 3/4-SteelSteel3/4"SteelSteel3/4"-€45.64
ALF3006 1-SteelSteel1"SteelSteel1"-€60.05
BLF3006 1/2-SteelMalleable Iron1/2"SteelMalleable Iron--€34.43
C1 1/2 LF30061 1/2"------Malleable Iron€92.50
DLF3006 1 1/41 1/4"------Steel€81.62
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RK-3100/3110/3200 Series Dielectric Union Repair Kit

StyleModelKit ContentsKit TypePrice
AINS-KIT 5/8100 Insulators Per KitInsulator Kit€9.23
BINS-KIT 7/8100 Insulators Per KitInsulator Kit€10.32
CINS-KIT 3/4100 Insulators Per KitInsulator Kit€10.32
CINS-KIT 1/2100 Insulators Per KitInsulator Kit€8.12
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LF3001A Series Dielectric Unions

StyleModelPipe SizeFitting Side A Nominal Pipe SizeFitting Side A TypeFitting Side B Nominal Pipe SizeFitting Side B TypeInlet SizeOutlet SizeOverall LengthPrice
ALF3001A 3/4-----3/4"3/4"-€23.56
BLF3001A 1/2-----1/2"1/2"-€38.78
ALF3001A 1 1/2-----1 1/2"1 1/2"-€118.60
ALF3001A 1 1/4-----1 1/4"1 1/4"-€69.66
ALF3001A 1-----1"1"-€41.76
ALF3001A 2-----2"2"-€146.62
C11/2 LF 3001A-1 1/2 1 1/2"1 1/2"NPT1 1/2"Solder--3"€80.95
C11/4 LF 3001A-1 1/4 1 1/4"1 1/4"NPT1 1/4"Solder--3"€60.28
C1 LF 3001A-1 1"1"NPT1"Solder--2 1/2"€36.08
C1/2 LF 3001A-1/2 1/2"1/2"Female Threaded1/2"Socket--1 7/8"€20.48
C2 LF 3001A-2 2"2"NPT2"Solder--3"€106.53
C3/4 LF 3001A-3/4 3/4"3/4"NPT3/4"Solder--2 1/8"€24.23
StyleModelInlet SizeOutlet SizeInsulation MaterialAdapter MaterialGasket MaterialInlet MaterialInlet TypeLeadPrice
ALF3005A 1/21/2"1/2"PolysulfoneSteelBuna NSteelMale ThreadedNot Present€22.91
ALF3005A 3/43/4"3/4"PolysulfoneSteelBuna NSteelMale ThreadedNot Present€21.82
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LF4001E Series Dielectric Unions

StyleModelInlet SizeNut MaterialOutlet SizeInsulation MaterialMax. Working PressureAdapter MaterialGasket MaterialInlet MaterialPrice
ALF4001E 1 1/21 1/2"Malleable Iron1 1/2"Polysulfone250 psiSteelBuna NSteel€148.90
ALF4001E 1 1/41 1/4"Steel1 1/4"Polysulfone250 psiSteelBuna NSteel€102.47
ALF4001E 11"Steel1"Polysulfone250 psiSteelBuna NSteel€62.85
ALF4001E 1/21/2"Steel1/2"Polysulfone250 psiSteelBuna NSteel€28.41
BLF4001E 22 1/2"Malleable Iron2 1/2"Polysulfone-SteelBuna NSteel€208.95
CLF4001E 3/43/4"Steel3/4"Polysulfone-SteelBuna NSteel€28.41
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Gasket Kits

StyleModelKit ContentsKit TypePrice
AKIT GB-G2 GB Gaskets Per KitGasket Kit€13.29
BKIT GB-H2 GB Gaskets Per KitGasket Kit€13.29
CKIT GB-K2 GB Gaskets Per KitGasket Kit€21.40
DKIT GB-L2 GB Gaskets Per KitGasket Kit€26.18
EKIT GB-M2 GB Gaskets Per KitGasket Kit€40.91
FKIT GB-N2 GB Gaskets Per KitGasket Kit€39.07
GKIT GB-R2 GB Gaskets Per KitGasket Kit€75.60
HKIT GB-Q2 GB Gaskets Per KitGasket Kit€48.29
IKIT GB-P2 GB Gaskets Per KitGasket Kit€45.74
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LF3008 Series Dielectric Unions

StyleModelPipe SizeFitting Side A Nominal Pipe SizeFitting Side B Nominal Pipe SizeHex SizeOverall LengthConnection TypeBody MaterialInsulation MaterialPrice
ALF3008 3/4-------Polysulfone€56.85
B1 LF30081"1"1"1 7/8"2 1/2"FIP x SolderLead Free Brass-€70.70
C1/2 LF30081/2"1/2"1/2"1 1/2"1 7/8"FIP x SolderLead Free Brass-€63.75
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LF3003 Series Dielectric Unions

Watts LF3003 Series dielectric unions are installed at the junction of pipes with varying metal compositions, such as water heaters or pumps, to isolate the metals and reduce potential corrosion caused by electrolysis. These unions effectively maintain water quality and extend the lifespan of plumbing systems by preventing leaks and deterioration due to the chemical reactions caused by metal interaction. The brand's LF3003 Series dielectric unions safeguard water distribution systems, ensuring reliability and durability. They come with a comprehensive assembly consisting of a union nut, two tailpieces and a gasket. This combination creates a robust barrier against electric currents, effectively preventing galvanic corrosion. They have a design with a female iron pipe thread to female brass pipe thread connection, facilitating seamless integration and secure attachment between different types of pipes. These dielectric unions have Buna-N gasket, preventing leakage.

StyleModelPipe SizeFitting Side A Nominal Pipe SizeFitting Side B MaterialFitting Side B Nominal Pipe SizeFitting Side B TypeHex SizeOverall LengthAdapter MaterialPrice
ALF3003 1 1/4-------Steel€280.36
BLF3003 2-------Malleable Iron€340.56
CLF3003 1 1/21 1/2"1 1/2"Malleable Iron1 1/2"NPT3 1/2"2 3/4"-€218.43
CLF3003 11"1"Steel1"Fbp2 1/4"2 1/2"-€64.93
C1/2 LF30031/2"1/2"Steel1/2"NPT1 5/8"2 1/4"-€41.44
C3/4 LF30033/4"3/4"Steel3/4"NPT1 7/8"2 1/4"-€50.32
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LF3002 Series Dielectric Unions

StyleModelPipe SizeConnection TypeInsulation MaterialBody MaterialGasket MaterialMax. PressureApplicationAdapter MaterialPrice
ALF3002 3/4--Polysulfone-Buna N250 psi-Steel€38.83
B1 LF30021"FIP x Solder-Copper, IronBuna N250 psiNon-Potable Water, Steam-€44.69
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DUXL Dielectric Pipe Fittings

StyleModelApplicationPrice
A12-DUXL-€37.76
B1-DUXL-€73.32
A112-DUXLPotablewater€129.14
A114-DUXLPotablewater€89.73
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Dielectric Union, FIP x Solder

StyleModelPipe SizeFitting Side A MaterialFitting Side A Nominal Pipe SizeFitting Side A Pipe ThreadingFitting Side B Nominal Pipe SizeHex SizeOverall LengthConnection TypePrice
A168-007NL-Steel1 1/2"11 1/2"1 1/2"2 3/4"2 3/4"FIP x Solder€106.16
B168-005NL1"Steel1"11 1/2"1"1 15/16"2 1/4"FIP x Solder€45.33
C168-003NL1/2"Iron1/2"141/2"1 3/8"1 3/4"FIP x Solder€22.68
D168-004NL3/4"Iron3/4"143/4"1 9/16"2"FIP x Solder€24.68
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3001A Series Dielectric Unions

StyleModelAdapter MaterialInlet SizeOutlet SizeMax. Working PressureInsulation MaterialGasket MaterialInlet MaterialInlet TypePrice
A3001A 1/2Malleable Iron1/2"-250 psiPolysulfoneBuna NIronFemale Threaded€19.44
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B3001A 1 1/2Steel1 1/2"1 1/2"--Buna NIronFemale Threaded€97.44
B3001A 1 1/4Steel1 1/4"1 1/4"--Buna NIronFemale Threaded€57.12
B3001A 2Steel2"2"--Buna NIronFemale Threaded€120.44
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LF3007 Series Dielectric Unions

StyleModelInlet SizeOutlet SizeInsulation MaterialMax. Working PressureAdapter MaterialGasket MaterialInlet MaterialInlet TypePrice
ALF3007 1/21/2"3/8"Polysulfone250 psiSteelBuna NIronMale Threaded€50.43
BLF3007 3/43/4"1/2"Polysulfone-SteelBuna NIronMale Threaded€56.45
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Dielectric Unions

Watts dielectric unions are used in HVAC equipment, hot water storage tanks, and piping system for reducing the deterioration and accelerated corrosion caused due to stray and galvanic currents. These unions are capable of withstanding temperatures and pressures up to 180 degrees F and 250 psi, respectively. They are offered in FIP, MIP & solder connection options, to allow easy installation on pipe sizes ranging from 1/2 to 4 inches, on Raptor Supplies.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is stray current?

Stray current produces a high number of anodes & cathodes that can inadvertently enter an alternate (but unintended) path and create corrosion in the piping system.

What is the function of tailpieces in a dielectric union?

Tailpieces allow connecting ends of two dissimilar pipe systems so that liquid can be safely transported with minimal leakage.

How does the dielectric union break continuity?

When dielectric unions are connected between two dissimilar pipes, they ground the electric current and break continuity for complete insulation between the two environments.

How to install a dielectric union between steel and copper pipes?

  • Wrap several layers of sealing tape over the threads of the steel pipe.
  • Connect the threaded end of the dielectric union to the steel pipe and turn it clockwise using a pipe wrench.
  • Slide the union nut over the end of the copper pipe and place the plastic insulator over the copper pipe.
  • Install the copper solder adapter onto the copper pipe and sweat adapter using a propane torch.
  • Allow the pipe to cool.
  • Quickly slide the rubber gasket between the union nut & body and assemble it.
  • Inspect to ensure a watertight connection.