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Reducing coupling for connecting and extending pipes of different sizes
Female National Pipe Taper (NPT) threads for connecting pipes
Made of stainless steel 304 for strength and greater ease in welding than 302 grade steel
Lower carbon content for greater resistance to corrosion
Conforms to specifications ASTM A182, ASME SA182, and ANSI B16.11 for quality assurance

Description

The Merit Brass reducing coupling is a class 1000 stainless steel 304 cast pipe fitting with female National Pipe Taper (NPT) threads on both ends for connecting male pipes. This reducing coupling has one end that is smaller than the other for connecting pipes of different sizes. The fitting connects with NPT threads for creating tighter seals than straight threads. Made of stainless steel 304, the lower carbon content of this reducing coupling has higher corrosion resistance than 302 grade steel. This class 1000 fitting meets specifications ASTM A182, ASME SA182, and ANSI B16.11 for quality assurance. Class is a standard relating to tolerance, construction, dimension, and wall thickness, but it is not a direct measurement of maximum working pressure.

Pipe fittings are components used for connecting, terminating, controlling flow, and changing the direction of piping in many different industries. When purchasing pipe fittings, consider the application, as this will affect material type, shape, size and required durability. Fittings are available threaded or unthreaded, in many shapes, styles, sizes, and schedules (pipe wall thickness).

Merit Brass manufactures pipe nipples following ISO 9001 standards for quality assurance. Family-owned since 1937, the company is based in Cleveland, OH. Merit Brass distributes pipe fittings to the United States and Canada.