Merit Brass 01606-2420 Stainless Steel Pipe Tee Butt Weld Sch 10

Product Description

The MERIT BRASS 01606-2420 is a Schedule 10 reducing pipe tee manufactured from 316L stainless steel. It connects a 1-1/2 inch run to a 1-1/4 inch branch using butt weld end connections on all three outlets. The 316L alloy provides low-carbon corrosion resistance suited for demanding piping systems in chemical, food processing, marine, and industrial environments. Plumbers, pipefitters, and mechanical contractors install this fitting as part of welded stainless steel piping assemblies where threaded or press connections are not acceptable and weld integrity is required.

This fitting is used in Schedule 10 stainless steel piping systems where a reducing tee is needed to branch off at a smaller diameter. Typical applications include process piping, sanitary systems, HVAC hydronic loops, and light industrial fluid handling. The butt weld connection style requires a certified welder and proper fit-up for a code-compliant joint. It is sold individually and is appropriate for both new construction and retrofit installations where existing lines require a branch takeoff.

Key Features

• 316L stainless steel construction for low-carbon, corrosion-resistant performance
• Butt weld end connections on all three outlets for full-penetration weld joints
• Schedule 10 wall thickness for lightweight stainless piping systems
• Reducing configuration: 1-1/2 inch run by 1-1/4 inch branch
• Sold as a single unit with no minimum order requirement above one piece

Compatibility

Designed as an OEM-style butt weld fitting for Schedule 10 stainless steel piping systems requiring a 1-1/2 by 1-1/4 inch reducing tee connection.

Installation Notes

Installation must be performed by a qualified pipefitter or certified welder in accordance with applicable codes such as ASME B31.3 or B31.9 for process and building services piping. Shut down and depressurize the piping system completely before cutting into any existing line. Proper pipe preparation, alignment, and fit-up are required before welding to ensure a sound joint. Do not use this fitting with threaded or slip-on connection methods.