Bmi Usa 20497 Black Malleable Iron Pipe Tee 2x2x3/4 Xh

Product Description

The BMI USA 20497 is an extra-heavy black malleable iron pipe tee sized 2 inches by 2 inches by 3/4 inch, designed for use in threaded piping systems where standard-weight fittings are not sufficient for the application. Malleable iron construction provides the ductility needed to handle mechanical stress without cracking, making this tee appropriate for gas, steam, and industrial piping assemblies. The black finish indicates an uncoated, oil-dipped surface typical of gas and steam service fittings. Licensed plumbers and pipefitters install this class of fitting in both above-ground and below-ground applications where extra-heavy wall thickness is required by code or system design.

This tee is suited for residential and commercial piping systems that require a reducing branch connection from a 2-inch main run down to a 3/4-inch branch outlet. Typical use cases include gas distribution headers, steam heating mains, compressed air lines, and industrial fluid conveyance systems. The extra-heavy wall rating makes it appropriate for higher-pressure service than standard or Class 150 fittings can support.

Key Features

• Extra-heavy wall construction for higher-pressure piping applications
• Malleable iron material resists cracking under mechanical and thermal stress
• Black finish suitable for gas and steam service
• Reducing branch outlet: 2-inch run by 3/4-inch branch
• Threaded ends for standard NPT assembly
• Weighs 3.44 pounds, consistent with extra-heavy casting standards

Compatibility

Designed as an OEM-style extra-heavy malleable iron replacement or new-installation fitting for threaded NPT piping systems requiring a 2 x 2 x 3/4 inch reducing tee configuration.

Installation Notes

Installation of threaded malleable iron fittings is typically performed by a licensed plumber or pipefitter. Shut off gas, steam, or fluid supply and depressurize the line completely before beginning work. Apply an approved thread sealant or PTFE tape rated for the service medium before threading the fitting onto pipe. Follow applicable local codes, IFGC requirements for gas piping, or ASME B16.3 standards for malleable iron fittings as relevant to the installation.

Technical Specifications

• Material: Extra Heavy Malleable Iron
• Finish: Black
• Size: 2 x 2 x 3/4 inches
• Weight: 3.44 pounds
• UPC: 777701204975

Standard Information

• Brand: BMI USA
• Manufacturer Part Number: 20497