3/4" IPS PERMASERT CPLG PE

🔧 3/4" IPS PermaSert Coupling (Polyethylene / PE Gas or Water Fitting)

It’s a mechanical compression-style coupling used to join 3/4-inch IPS polyethylene pipe, commonly in gas or utility service applications.

⚙️ Breaking down the description

• 3/4" IPS → 3/4-inch Iron Pipe Size (standard nominal pipe sizing for PE gas/water pipe)
• PERMASERT → a permanent-style compression fitting system (crimped/locked mechanical joint)
• CPLG → coupling (straight connector joining two pipe ends)
• PE → polyethylene pipe material

🔧 What it does

This coupling is used to:

• Join two sections of PE (polyethylene) pipe
• Create a permanent, sealed mechanical connection
• Eliminate the need for heat fusion in some field installations (depending on system approval)

🔥 Common applications

Most often used in:

• Natural gas distribution systems
• Propane gas piping (underground runs)
• Utility service lines
• Some municipal water service applications (depending on approval)

🧰 Key features

• Metal or reinforced polymer compression body
• Internal gripping teeth or inserts
• Sealing mechanism for PE pipe
• Designed for underground burial
• Rated for gas/water service depending on manufacturer approval

🧠 Simple explanation

It’s basically a heavy-duty underground connector that permanently joins two plastic gas or service pipes together without welding or heat fusion.

⚠️ Important note

• “PermaSert” fittings are typically:
  • gas-rated or utility-rated only
  • not interchangeable with standard plumbing compression fittings
• Installation often requires:
  • correct PE pipe type (IPS SDR rating matters)
  • proper insertion depth and tightening torque
• Must follow gas code or utility spec requirements