# How to Use a Half Coupling Fitting
A standard coupling connector has two threaded ends and is used to attach two pieces of threaded pipe together. A half coupling has only one threaded side and is most commonly used to connect hoses and pipes to various applications related to the home and in automobiles. Using a half coupling fitting is not difficult if you have the proper tools.
Things You'll Need
- Hose or Pipe
- Hack saw
- Clamp
- Pliers
- Welding Equipment
- PVC glue
Instructions
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Cut the hose or pipe to the desired length with a hack saw. Make your cut as straight as possible and avoid creating a jagged or otherwise rough edge.
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For couplings that require that you insert a hose into them, grip the outside of the fitting with pliers and use force to bend the fitting around the hose to secure it.
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For couplings that you inserted over the end of the fitting, attach a hose clamp over the hose and tighten it down to secure the hose onto the fitting.
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For metal pipes, insert the pipe into the fitting and weld the fitting onto the pipe to secure the two pieces together.
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For PVC pipes, glue the two pieces together with PVC glue and allow to dry overnight before you run any water through the pipe.
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