3 way valve sizing

Apr 1, 2016
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Michigan city
I am installing a new 3 way valve on my father in law's pool and accidentally ordered a 2" to 2 1/2" instead of 1 1/2" to 2 " valve. His plumbing is all 1 1/2". Is it OK to reduce this down to fit his plumbing or should I send it back and get the 1 1/2".
 
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Absolutely fine to use it! Using the larger valve just means you will have less head loss through the valve.

Actually I would advice to use 2" plumbing when ever you are doing any plumbing for the same head loss reason.
 
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