2" x 2" x 1/2" Flow Switch Tee
Product Overview
Molded to exact Schedule 40 dimensions, this OEM fitting positions the sensor paddle at the precise centerline depth required for accurate flow detection.
The Hayward GLX-FLO-T is a 2" slip x 2" slip x 1/2" threaded PVC tee engineered specifically for Hayward flow switch assemblies. Unlike generic plumbing tees with variable branch depths, this genuine housing aligns the switch paddle directly in the center of the water stream to prevent false no-flow errors. Injection-molded PVC withstands working pressures up to 50 PSI.
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Benefits & What Makes It Different
Precision 1/2" Threaded Branch
Positions the Hayward flow switch paddle at the exact immersion depth required to signal flow without catching against the pipe wall.
True 2-Inch Slip Sockets
Standard 2" slip ports integrate cleanly into existing schedule 40 PVC plumbing using standard PVC primer and solvent cement.
Heavy-Wall PVC Construction
Molded from durable PVC to resist cracking from pump pressure fluctuations and repetitive winter freeze-thaw cycles.
Compatibility
- Hayward GLX-FLO-RP flow switch assembly
- Hayward AquaRite, AquaLogic, and ProLogic automated systems
- Standard 2-inch Schedule 40 PVC plumbing lines
When To Use This
Pro Tip
Do not use liquid pipe thread sealant on this plastic tee, as petroleum-based solvents weaken PVC over time. Wrap the switch threads in PTFE tape, hand-tighten, and ensure the directional arrow on the switch body aligns parallel to the water stream.
Common Questions & Instructions
What causes a flow switch tee to crack or leak?
Cracks commonly develop around the 1/2-inch threaded port when the switch is overtightened, or along the body from winter freeze expansion when lines are not properly blown out.
Can I use a standard 2" x 1/2" plumbing tee from a hardware store instead?
Generic hardware store tees often have deeper or shallower branch depths, which misplaces the flow switch paddle relative to water flow and causes intermittent 'no flow' error readings on your control panel.
How tight should the flow switch be threaded into the GLX-FLO-T tee?
Wrap the switch threads with 3 to 4 turns of PTFE tape, hand-tighten until snug, and turn only as far as needed to align the flow arrow with the water stream. Never use a pipe wrench to force extra rotations into the plastic threads.
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