A flexible coupling designed for joining three-inch diameter PVC pipes is available at Home Depot. This plumbing component allows for slight misalignments and vibrations to be absorbed within a piping system, preventing stress fractures at connection points. It typically features a rubber or elastomeric sleeve secured with metal clamps for a watertight seal.
These flexible connectors offer a practical solution in applications where rigid connections are unsuitable, such as underground installations subject to soil shifting or in systems requiring vibration dampening. The availability of such products through large retailers simplifies access for both professional plumbers and homeowners undertaking DIY projects, streamlining plumbing repairs and installations while contributing to the longevity of piping systems.