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PVC Pipe Size Dimensions Chart

PVC Pipe Size Dimensions Chart

FORMUFIT products are compatible with most Schedule-based PVC pipe systems. To provide additional
support, the following tables outline the physical dimensions and pipe diameter of each PVC Pipe Size that will work
with FORMUFIT products. Each of the following dimensions are separated by Schedule in each table. Refer to the
diagram below for an explanation of each measurement. For an explaination on Schedule, please click here.
PVC Pipe is identified by the Inside Diameter (ID) of the pipe. This measurement is known as ‘Nominal’ which
means in-name-only, or a referenced name. One of the issues encountered with many of our customers is that they
attempt to measure the Outside Diameter (OD) of the pipe, which will give a completely different (and larger) PVC
pipe dimension. If you prefer to measure the outside diameter of PVC pipe:
1. Take your OD measurement and look in the second or third column (Actual OD) of each table below.
2. Once you find your pipe OD, look to the left-most column (Pipe Size). This will be the nominal pipe size, or the
size of fittings you want to order.
PVC Schedule 40 Sizes Table

Schedule 40 PVC pipe is compatible with all FORMUFIT external-fit and internal-fit products.

Pipe Size Actual OD Actual OD Actual OD Average ID Min. Wall

(SCH 40) (Decimal) (Fraction) (Metric) (Decimal) Thickness

1/2 in.
0.840 in. 7/8 in. 21.33 mm 0.622 in. 0.109 in.
PVC Pipe

3/4 in.
1.050 in. 1-1/16 in. 26.67 mm 0.824 in. 0.113 in.
PVC Pipe

1 in. PVC
1.315 in. 1-5/16 in. 33.40 mm 1.049 in. 0.133 in.
Pipe

1-1/4 in.
1.660 in. 1-5/8 in. 42.16 mm 1.380 in. 0.140 in.
PVC Pipe

1-1/2 in.
1.900 in. 1-7/8 in. 48.26 mm 1.610 in. 0.145 in.
PVC Pipe

2 in. PVC
2.375 in. 2-3/8 in. 60.32 mm 2.047 in. 0.154 in.
Pipe

PVC Schedule 80 Sizes Table

Schedule 80 PVC pipe is only compatible with FORMUFIT external-fit products. FORMUFIT internal-fit products,
such as Internal Dome Caps, Adjustable Elbows, Internal Couplings and other products that fit inside of the PVC
pipe will not work with SCH 80 PVC due to the smaller internal diameter.

Pipe Size Actual OD Actual OD Actual OD Average ID Min. Wall

(SCH 80) (Decimal) (Fraction) (Metric) (Decimal) Thickness

1/2 in.
0.840 in. 7/8 in. 21.33 mm 0.546 in. 0.147 in.
PVC Pipe

3/4 in.
1.050 in. 1-1/6 in. 26.67 mm 0.742 in. 0.154 in.
PVC Pipe

1 in. PVC
1.315 in. 1-5/16 in. 33.40 mm 0.957 in. 0.179 in.
Pipe

1-1/4 in.
1.660 in. 1-5/8 in. 42.16 mm 1.278 in. 0.191 in.
PVC Pipe

1-1/2 in.
1.900 in. 1-7/8 in. 48.26 mm 1.500 in. 0.200 in.
PVC Pipe
 Pipe Size Actual OD Actual OD Actual OD Average ID Min. Wall
(SCH 80) (Decimal) (Fraction) (Metric) (Decimal) Thickness

2 in. PVC
2.375 in. 2-3/8 in. 60.32 mm 1.939 in. 0.218 in.
Pipe

PVC Thinwall Sizes Table

Thinwall PVC pipe is only compatible with FORMUFIT external-fit products. FORMUFIT internal-fit products, such
as Internal Dome Caps, Adjustable Elbows, Internal Couplings and other products that fit inside of the PVC pipe will
not work with Thinwall PVC due to the larger inner diameter.
Not all sizes are available in Thinwall PVC pipe.

Pipe Size Actual OD Actual OD Actual OD Average ID Min. Wall

(SCH 40) (Decimal) (Fraction) (Metric) (Decimal) Thickness

3/4 in.
1.050 in. 1-1/16 in. 26.67 mm 0.920 in. 0.065 in.
PVC Pipe

1 in. PVC
1.315 in. 1-5/16 in. 33.40 mm 1.185 in. 0.065 in.
Pipe

1-1/2 in.
1.900 in. 1-7/8 in. 48.26 mm 1.750 in. 0.075 in.
PVC Pipe
 CPVC Pipe

CPVC pipe, also known as Copper Tube Size (CTS) plastic pipe uses a different measurement system and is not
compatible with FORMUFIT PVC products. Please see our CPVC Identification Page for more information.

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PVC vs. CPVC Incompatibility

All FORMUFIT Products are designed to fit Nominal Pipe Size (NPS) size, white, Schedule 40 PVC pipe. However,
many hardware stores and home centers carry a different style of pipe called CPVC, also known as Copper Tube
Size (CTS) plastic pipe, which is not compatible with FORMUFIT and other brands of PVC fittings.

I ordered (1/2, 3/4 or 1 in.) fittings from FORMUFIT, but they don't fit my pipe?
Check to see if the pipe you are trying to use is CPVC. You can do this by checking the color of the pipe: CPVC is
a gold/yellow/tan color, whereas Schedule 40 PVC plumbing pipe is a dull white. Also, markings on the pipe
with the following acronyms or names will be present for CPVC:

 CPVC
 CTS or Copper Tube Size
If the above are not marked on your PVC pipe, you may have ordered the incorrect size for your Schedule 40 PVC
pipe. In that case, please see our Important PVC Pipe Size Information page.

Whats different about CPVC vs. PVC and why can't I use it?

CPVC was designed as a replacement for copper plumbing tubing, with a water-potable and less-expensive plastic
solution. It is designed to fit into the exact same holes and locations where existing copper pipe is being replaced,
so it has a smaller outside diameter (OD) than typical white, Schedule 40 plumbing-grade PVC. Since CPVC pipe
uses a different measurement system and is smaller than their Schedule 40 counterparts, it is not compatible with
FORMUFIT fittings and accessories.

Is there anything I can do if my CPVC pipe wont work?

Yes. You can change your pipe from CPVC to the Schedule 40 PVC pipe of the equivalent size. If you have not yet
cut your pipe, most home centers and hardware stores will allow you to exchange your CPVC pipe for the Schedule
40 equivalent size. This is usually the less expensive alternative than returning your items to FORMUFIT, as we do
not carry CPVC-compatible products.

PVC and CPVC Pipes - Schedule 40 & 80

Standard dimensions and weight of PVC - Polyvinyl Chloride - and CPVC -
Chlorinated Polyvinyl Chloride - pipes according to ASTM D1785
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Typical weight and dimensions of industrial PVC and CPVC pipes equal to steel pipes schedule 40 and 80 are
indicated in the table below.

• ASTM D1785 "Standard Specification for Poly(Vinyl Chloride) (PVC) Plastic Pipe, Schedules 40, 80,
and 120" is manufactured to meet the needs of a broad range of industrial, commercial and residential
piping systems. ASTM D1785 covers pipes made for water distribution and irrigation systems.
• ASTM F441 Standard Specification for Chlorinated Poly(Vinyl Chloride) (CPVC) Plastic Pipe,
Schedules 40 and 80
Chlorinated Poly(Vinyl Chloride) (CPVC) pipes are usable for water distribution at elevated temperatures.

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PVC and CPVC Pipes - Schedule 40

Weight
Minimum Wall (lb/ft)
Outside Diameter Inside Diameter*)
Nominal Pipe Size Thickness
(inches) (inches)
(inches) (inches)

PVC CPVC

1/2 0.840 0.109 0.622 0.16 0.17

3/4 1.050 0.113 0.824 0.21 0.23

1 1.315 0.133 1.049 0.32 0.34

1 1/4 1.660 0.140 1.380 0.43 0.46

1 1/2 1.900 0.145 1.610 0.51 0.55

2 2.375 0.154 2.067 0.68 0.74

2 1/2 2.875 0.203 2.469 1.07 1.18

3 3.500 0.216 3.068 1.41 1.54

4 4.500 0.237 4.026 2.01 2.20

5 5.563 0.258 5.047 2.73

6 6.625 0.280 6.065 3.53 3.86

 PVC and CPVC Pipes - Schedule 40

Weight
Minimum Wall (lb/ft)
Outside Diameter Inside Diameter*)
Nominal Pipe Size Thickness
(inches) (inches)
(inches) (inches)

PVC CPVC

8 8.625 0.322 7.981 5.39 5.81

10 10.750 0.365 10.020 7.55 8.24

12 12.750 0.406 11.938 10.01 10.89

14 14.000 0.437 13.124 11.80

16 16.000 0.500 15.000 15.43

PVC and CPVC Pipes - Schedule 80

Weight
Minimum Wall (lb/ft)
Outside Diameter Inside Diameter*)
Nominal Pipe Size Thickness
(inches) (inches)
(inches) (inches)

PVC CPVC

1/2 0.840 0.147 0.546 0.20 0.22

3/4 1.050 0.154 0.742 0.27 0.30

1 1.315 0.179 0.957 0.41 0.44

1 1/4 1.660 0.191 1.278 0.52 0.61

1 1/2 1.900 0.200 1.500 0.67 0.74

2 2.375 0.218 1.939 0.95 1.02

 PVC and CPVC Pipes - Schedule 80

Weight
Minimum Wall (lb/ft)
Outside Diameter Inside Diameter*)
Nominal Pipe Size Thickness
(inches) (inches)
(inches) (inches)

PVC CPVC

2 1/2 2.875 0.276 2.323 1.45 1.56

3 3.500 0.300 2.900 1.94 2.09

4 4.500 0.337 3.826 2.75 3.05

5 5.563 0.375 4.813 3.87

6 6.625 0.432 5.761 5.42 5.82

8 8.625 0.500 7.625 8.05 8.83

10 10.750 0.593 9.564 12.00 13.09

12 12.750 0.687 11.376 16.50 18.0

14 14.000 0.750 12.500 19.30

16 16.000 0.843 14.314 25.44

*)
Inside Diameter = Outside Diameter - 2 x Minimum Wall Thickness

• 1 lb = 0.4536 kg
• 1 ft (foot) = 0.3048 m
• 1 in (inch) = 25.4 mm
PVC - Polyvinyl Chloride

• strong and rigid

• resistant to a variety of acids and bases
• may be damaged by some solvents and chlorinated hydrocarbons
• maximum usable temperature 140oF (60oC)
• usable for water, gas and drainage systems
• not usable in hot water systems
Operating Temp Operating Temp
De-Rating Factor
(°F) (°C)

73 22.8 1.00

80 26.7 0.88

90 32.2 0.75

100 37.8 0.62

110 43.3 0.51

120 48.9 0.40

130 54.4 0.31

140 60 0.22

CPVC - Chlorinated Polyvinyl Chloride

• similar to PVC - but designed for water up to approx. 180oF (82oC)

Operating Temp Operating Temp

De-Rating Factor
(°F) (°C)

73 - 80 22.8 - 26.7 1.00

90 32.2 0.91

100 37.8 0.82

110 43.3 0.72

120 48.9 0.65

130 54.4 0.57

140 60 0.50
Operating Temp Operating Temp
De-Rating Factor
(°F) (°C)

150 65.6 0.42

160 71.1 0.40

170 76.7 0.29

180 82.2 0.25

200 93.3 0.20

Note!

• ASTM D2665 covers PVC drain, waste and vent pipe and fittings
• CPVC pipes are available in Copper Tube Sizes (CTS) - in accordance to ASTM D2846 "Standard
Specification for Chlorinated Poly(Vinyl Chloride) (CPVC) Plastic Hot- and Cold-Water Distribution
Systems".