Return Eyeballs for 1 inch returns

[kchinger]

I have 2 1" pvc returns with no eyeballs, just straight pipe. My cleaning flow around the pool could probably be improved. I'm having the pool re-plastered in a couple weeks.

It looks like I maybe can find one inch eyeballs, but they're all glue in, and that seems like a big step considering maybe there's a reason there's no eyeballs currently.

Are there any other options? Anything they can do while they're redoing the plaster? Any sort of pressure fit or something 1 inch? I get that the pressure would push it out but maybe there's something that can expand to grab the pipe?

Thanks.

 

[mas985]

If the pipe coming out of the pool wall has a 1" ID, I don't think you find any eyeballs that will fit that. Most eyeballs are for 1 1/2" ID pipe. Do you have a link to the eyeballs you are looking at?

 

[kchinger]

If the pipe coming out of the pool wall has a 1" ID, I don't think you find any eyeballs that will fit that. Most eyeballs are for 1 1/2" ID pipe. Do you have a link to the eyeballs you are looking at?

Pentair Inlet Fitting for Pool Wall, Economy Insider 1" Slip with Snap-In and Pressure Test Disks, White - 542000 - INYOPools.com

The Pentair Inlet Pool Wall Fitting, part number 542000, is a white, economy insider fitting designed for a 1" slip connection, ensuring a secure and seamless integration with your pool's plumbing system. This durable component is essential for maintaining optimal water flow and is crafted for...

www.inyopools.com

It's unclear if it would work or not, the listing is inconsistent.

 

[mas985]

I would give Inyo a call and see if it indeed fits a 1" pipe but I would have them actually measure the slip fitting diameter (not the hole).

 

[kchinger]

I would give Inyo a call and see if it indeed fits a 1" pipe but I would have them actually measure the slip fitting diameter (not the hole).

Even if it fits though, it's glue in, right? So if I don't like it I'm kinda screwed?

 

[mas985]

No it is a push in slip fitting. Held by friction.

 

[Rancho Cost-a-Lotta]

Check out the link below. I know nothing about the vendor, but it looks like they carry 1" "self-aligning" inlet fittings. Self-aligning fittings are made to be held in by friction.

AquaStar Pool Products 501 1"s White Self-aligning Insider Eyeball Fitting

Buy AquaStar Pool Products 501 1"s White Self-aligning Insider Eyeball Fitting online at DKHardware.com. Our Pool & Patio category offers a great selection of Return | Inlet Fittings products at the best price!

www.dkhardware.com

 

[kchinger]

Check out the link below. I know nothing about the vendor, but it looks like they carry 1" "self-aligning" inlet fittings. Self-aligning fittings are made to be held in by friction.

AquaStar Pool Products 501 1"s White Self-aligning Insider Eyeball Fitting

Buy AquaStar Pool Products 501 1"s White Self-aligning Insider Eyeball Fitting online at DKHardware.com. Our Pool & Patio category offers a great selection of Return | Inlet Fittings products at the best price!

www.dkhardware.com

I'll check that out, thanks. And maybe my builder has something, since it maybe exists.