Anderson Metals Corp 38300-0830 Red Brass Pipe Nipple

Product Description

The ANDERSON METALS CORP 38300-0830 is a red brass pipe nipple sized at 0.5 inches by 3 inches, designed for use in potable water, plumbing, and fluid-handling systems where lead-free compliance is required. Red brass offers superior corrosion resistance compared to standard yellow brass, making it well suited for water service lines and wet environments. This nipple meets California AB-1953 and Vermont SB-152 lead-free legislation requirements, qualifying it for use in drinking water applications. It is sold in bulk packaging with a package quantity of 5 units per pack. Licensed plumbers and pipefitters are the primary installers of this fitting.

This nipple is used in residential and light commercial plumbing systems wherever a short threaded male-to-male connection is needed between fittings, valves, or equipment. Common applications include water supply lines, boiler connections, manifold assemblies, and fixture rough-in work. The lead-free construction makes it an appropriate choice for potable water installations in states and municipalities that enforce lead-free plumbing standards. Its compact 3-inch length suits tight-clearance installations where a close nipple would be too short and a longer nipple would be impractical.

Key Features

• Red brass construction provides enhanced corrosion resistance in wet and potable water service
• Lead-free compliant — meets California AB-1953 and Vermont SB-152 legislation requirements
• 0.5 inch nominal pipe size with 3-inch body length for short extension connections
• Male NPT threads on both ends for standard threaded pipe assembly
• Sold in bulk packs of 5 units per package

Compatibility

Designed as an OEM-style replacement or new-installation fitting for standard 0.5 inch NPT threaded plumbing systems, compatible with valves, couplings, tees, elbows, and other fittings that accept 0.5 inch female NPT connections.

Installation Notes

Installation is performed by a licensed plumber in accordance with applicable local plumbing codes and the International Plumbing Code (IPC). Shut off the water supply and relieve system pressure before removing or installing any threaded fitting. Apply an approved thread sealant or PTFE tape to the male threads before assembly, and tighten to hand-tight plus the appropriate number of turns using a pipe wrench — avoid overtightening, which can crack fittings or distort threads. Inspect for leaks after restoring system pressure.