Carrhill BT112 Butt Fusion Gas Mdpe Tee 1.5 in Yellow

Product Description

The CARRHILL BT112 is a 1.5-inch butt fusion tee manufactured from medium-density polyethylene (MDPE) and color-coded yellow to indicate natural gas service. The tee is designed for use in underground gas distribution systems where leak-free, fully-fused joints are required. Butt fusion fittings are joined by heating both mating surfaces to a precise melt temperature and pressing them together under controlled pressure, producing a monolithic joint with no mechanical connectors. Licensed gas piping installers and utility contractors work with this fitting class in new construction and service line repair applications.

The BT112 is suited for residential and light commercial underground natural gas piping systems that use MDPE pipe. Yellow MDPE fittings are a recognized industry standard for gas distribution, distinguishing gas-service components from water-service blue or black HDPE. Butt fusion tees in this size range are commonly installed at service lateral branch points, meter set assemblies, and distribution main tie-ins where a reliable three-way connection is required in a buried environment.

Key Features

• Yellow MDPE construction signals gas-service application at a glance
• 1.5-inch butt fusion end connections produce a continuous, fully-fused joint with no gaskets or mechanical hardware
• MDPE material offers resistance to soil stress, corrosion, and chemical attack typical in buried gas piping environments
• Equal tee configuration supports three-way branch connections in gas distribution mains or service laterals

Compatibility

Designed as an OEM-style replacement or new-installation fitting for 1.5-inch MDPE yellow gas distribution piping systems joined by butt fusion method.

Installation Notes

Installation must be performed by qualified gas piping professionals following applicable codes including IFGC, ASTM F2620 fusion procedures, and local utility requirements. All gas flow must be shut off and the system depressurized before cutting into any existing line. Butt fusion requires a calibrated fusion machine set to the correct melt temperature and joining pressure for the pipe wall thickness and ambient temperature conditions. Do not attempt fusion joints outside the equipment manufacturer-specified temperature and pressure parameters.

Technical Specifications

• Connection Size: 1.5 inches
• Connection Type: Butt Fusion
• Material: Medium-Density Polyethylene (MDPE)
• Color: Yellow (Gas Service)
• Service Application: Natural Gas Distribution
• Order Increment: 1

Standard Information

• Brand: CARRHILL
• Manufacturer Part Number: BT112