Merit Brass 01606-80 Pipe Tee 5 in 316L Ss Butt Weld Sch 10

Product Description

The MERIT BRASS 01606-80 is a Schedule 10, 5-inch 316L stainless steel pipe tee designed for butt weld installation in industrial and commercial piping systems. This equal tee provides a branch outlet at 90 degrees to the run pipe, allowing flow to be split or combined at the same nominal pipe size. The 316L low-carbon grade stainless steel construction resists corrosion in aggressive media, including chloride-bearing environments, making it a reliable choice for process piping, chemical handling, and high-purity fluid systems. At 8.85 pounds, it is a substantial fitting appropriate for permanent welded assemblies. Licensed pipe welders and pipefitters are the primary installers of this component.

This fitting is suited for Schedule 10 piping runs in residential mechanical rooms, commercial buildings, and light industrial process systems where corrosion resistance and weld-integrity joints are required. Typical applications include chilled water systems, marine piping, food-grade processing lines, and chemical distribution headers where 316L stainless steel is specified. The butt weld end connections require socket or butt preparation and a qualified weld procedure before installation.

Key Features

• 316L low-carbon stainless steel resists corrosion and sensitization in welded joints
• Butt weld x butt weld end connections for full-penetration, high-integrity joints
• Schedule 10 wall thickness compatible with standard Sch 10 pipe runs
• 5-inch fitting size handles high-volume flow distribution at the branch
• Equal tee geometry maintains consistent nominal pipe size through run and branch

Compatibility

Designed as an OEM-style replacement or new-installation fitting for Schedule 10, 5-inch stainless steel butt weld piping systems.

Installation Notes

Installation requires a qualified pipe welder following applicable welding procedure specifications and codes such as ASME B31.3 or B31.1 for process and power piping. Isolate and fully depressurize the piping system before cutting into an existing line. Proper fit-up, tacking, and full butt weld procedure must be completed before returning the system to service. Do not use mechanical joint fittings or thread sealants with butt weld end connections.