Bmi Usa 6180 Brass Hex Bushing 1-1/2 X 1/4 Inch Lead Free

Product Description

The BMI USA 6180 is a lead-free brass hex bushing designed to reduce pipe size in threaded plumbing systems. It features a hexagonal body for wrench engagement, allowing secure installation with standard pipe wrenches or adjustable pliers. The bushing connects a 1-1/2 inch female thread to a 1/4 inch male thread, making it a practical reducer fitting for domestic water, light commercial plumbing, and hydronic applications. Licensed plumbers and pipefitters install this type of fitting during rough-in and service work where pipe diameter transitions are required in a compact space.

This hex bushing suits residential and light commercial plumbing installations where a threaded size reduction is needed without additional fittings or couplings. Its lead-free brass construction meets potable water compliance requirements, making it appropriate for use in domestic water supply systems. The hex body design simplifies installation in tight spaces where a standard coupling or reducer would not fit easily.

Key Features

• Lead-free brass construction suitable for potable water systems
• 1-1/2 inch female NPT to 1/4 inch male NPT reduction in a single fitting
• Hex body allows full wrench engagement for secure, leak-free installation
• Compact profile fits tight installation spaces
• Threaded connection compatible with standard NPT pipe threads

Compatibility

Designed as a standard threaded hex bushing for use in residential and light commercial plumbing systems with NPT-threaded pipe and fittings requiring a 1-1/2 inch to 1/4 inch size reduction.

Installation Notes

Installation should be performed by a licensed plumber in accordance with local plumbing codes and the International Plumbing Code (IPC). Shut off the water supply and relieve system pressure before beginning work. Apply thread sealant tape or pipe compound to the male threads prior to assembly, and tighten using a pipe wrench on the hex body. Do not over-tighten, as this may crack the fitting body or damage mating threads.

Technical Specifications

• Material: Brass
• Connection Type: Threaded (NPT)
• Inlet Size: 1-1/2 inches female
• Outlet Size: 1/4 inch male
• Lead Free: Yes
• Weight: 0.44 pounds

Standard Information

• Brand: BMI USA
• Manufacturer Part Number: 6180