Asc Engineered Solutions 8700130704 Hex Galvanized Bushing

Product Description

The ASC ENGINEERED SOLUTIONS 8700130704 is a hex galvanized bushing made from malleable iron, used to reduce a 3/4-inch male threaded pipe connection down to a 1/2-inch female threaded opening. The hexagonal body provides a flat wrench surface for easy installation and removal. The hot-dip galvanized finish protects against rust and corrosion in wet or exposed piping environments. This fitting meets Federal Specification WW-P-471-B, ANSI B-16.14 for dimensions, and ANSI B-2.1 for pipe thread standards, making it a code-compliant choice for professional piping work.

This bushing is used in residential and light commercial plumbing and mechanical piping systems where a threaded pipe size reduction is needed in-line. It is well suited for water supply, gas distribution, and general fluid-handling applications. The galvanized finish makes it appropriate for exposed or damp locations where bare iron would be subject to corrosion. Licensed plumbers and pipefitters install this fitting as part of threaded iron pipe assemblies in new construction and retrofit applications.

Key Features

• Reduces 3/4-inch male NPT to 1/2-inch female NPT in a single fitting
• Malleable iron construction provides strength and impact resistance in threaded assemblies
• Galvanized finish resists corrosion in wet and exposed installations
• Hex body design allows secure wrench engagement during installation
• Meets Federal Spec WW-P-471-B, ANSI B-16.14, and ANSI B-2.1 standards

Compatibility

Designed as a standard NPT threaded reducer bushing for use in malleable iron threaded pipe systems. Compatible with 3/4-inch male NPT pipe or fittings on the larger end and 1/2-inch female NPT connections on the smaller end.

Installation Notes

Installation is performed by licensed plumbers or pipefitters working on threaded iron pipe systems. Shut off and depressurize the line before making or breaking any threaded connections. Apply an approved thread sealant or PTFE tape to the male threads before assembly to ensure a leak-free joint. Tighten with a pipe wrench to the hex flats; avoid over-tightening, which can crack the fitting body.