{"product_id":"1-1-2-inline-water-heater-male-tail-piece-union-fitting","title":"Balboa Heater Union Tailpiece 1-1\/2\" for Water Heaters","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBalboa Heater Union Tailpiece 1-1\/2\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhirly Bros stocks the 1-1\/2\" Inline Water Heater Male Tail Piece Union Fitting—a compact, ready-to-use connector designed to speed adapt water heaters without sacrificing reliability. With a 1-1\/2\" MBT male thread on one end and a 1-1\/2\" slip connection on the other, this tail piece delivers a streamlined, single-piece solution that ships with an O-ring gasket for an immediate, leak-tight seal out of the box.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat makes this tail piece stand out\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e1-1\/2\" MBT to 1-1\/2\" Slip in one piece\u003c\/strong\u003e for a clean, dependable connection that reduces assembly steps and potential leak points.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBuilt-in O-ring gasket\u003c\/strong\u003e ensures a secure seal as soon as you tighten, eliminating the need to hunt for extra parts.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTool-free serviceability\u003c\/strong\u003e when used with the compatible female union part 601102, forming a complete, reusable union without hardware or tools.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIdeal for inline vacuum heater lines and quick-disconnect configurations, with applicability for establishing reliable 1-1\/2\" unions within broader systems.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDurable, field-tested performance tailored for regular lab, workshop, and spa-related setups where consistent connections matter.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow to assemble a quick-disconnect line\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInsert the MBT end into the male port of your equipment or hose assembly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSlide the 1-1\/2\" slip end onto the mating hose or pipe portion.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSeat the O-ring properly and tighten to achieve a tight, leak-free seal.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePair with the female union part 601102 to form a complete, serviceable union.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDuring reconfigurations, disconnect, swap, and reconnect quickly to minimize downtime and wear on threads and seals.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWho is this for?\u003c\/strong\u003e Technicians, pool and spa professionals, and homeowners who regularly maintain inline heater systems and require a dependable, quick-disconnect tail piece with a built-in gasket.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical snapshot\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSize\u003c\/strong\u003e: 1-1\/2\" MBT x 1-1\/2\" Slip\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIncludes\u003c\/strong\u003e: O-ring \/ gasket\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePrimary use\u003c\/strong\u003e: Inline vacuum heater connections and quick-disconnect unions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePairing option\u003c\/strong\u003e: Compatible with female union part 601102 to form a complete union\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDesigned for spa, hot tubs whirlpool, this Whirly Bros tail piece delivers repeatable, reliable connections that keep inline heater systems running smoothly and ready for quick reconfiguration as your setup evolves.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBalboa Heater Union Tailpiece 1-1\/2\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Whirly Bros","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51922405589314,"sku":null,"price":5.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0858\/9377\/5682\/files\/whirly-bros-white-goods-default-title-1-1-2-inline-water-heater-male-tail-piece-union-fitting-42434962850114.png?v=1779376635","url":"https:\/\/www.whirlybros.com\/products\/1-1-2-inline-water-heater-male-tail-piece-union-fitting","provider":"Whirly Bros","version":"1.0","type":"link"}