Description
Waterway 215-9157 Return Wall Fitting 1-1/2″ FPT x 1-1/2″ Slip, Gray
The Waterway 215-9157 is a durable return wall fitting used to create a clean, reliable return-line penetration through a pool or spa wall. It features a 1-1/2″ female pipe thread (FPT) connection on one side and a 1-1/2″ slip (socket) connection on the other, making it easy to transition from a threaded return fitting to standard Schedule 40 PVC plumbing.
Key Features
- Connections: 1-1/2″ FPT x 1-1/2″ Slip (socket)
- Return wall fitting for pool/spa return plumbing (wall penetration)
- Gray color to match many gunite/plaster and spa fittings
- Designed for long-term use in pool/spa chemical environments
- Provides a solid base for installing compatible return eyeballs/directional fittings (sold separately)
Common Applications
- New construction or retrofit return-line wall penetrations
- Replacing cracked, sun-damaged, or leaking return fittings
- Equipment-pad or wall-side repairs where you need threaded-to-slip plumbing flexibility
Specifications
- Part Number: 215-9157
- Type: Return Wall Fitting
- Thread Side: 1-1/2″ FPT
- Plumbing Side: 1-1/2″ Slip (socket)
- Color: Gray
Installation Notes
- Dry-fit all parts first to confirm alignment and clearance.
- Use PTFE tape or a pool/spa-rated thread sealant on threaded connections as needed.
- Use PVC primer and cement on the slip (socket) connection and follow recommended cure times before pressurizing.
- Do not overtighten threaded fittingshand tight plus a small additional turn is typically sufficient.
Related Products
- 1-1/2″ Return Eyeballs & Directional Fittings
- Waterway Return Wall Fittings (Other Colors/Sizes)
- 1-1/2″ Schedule 40 PVC Pipe
- 1-1/2″ PVC Couplings & Fittings
- PVC Primer & Cement
- PTFE Thread Seal Tape / Thread Sealant
Maintenance Tips
- Keep water chemistry balanced to reduce scale buildup around return fittings and threads.
- If a return starts to drip, inspect for cracked plastics, cross-threading, or worn sealing surfaces before re-sealing.
- When winterizing, follow proper blow-out/drain procedures to reduce freeze damage risk at wall fittings.
