Merit Brass 2002-800BSPT Brass Pipe Nipple 8 in Bspt

Product Description

The MERIT BRASS 2002-800BSPT is a red brass pipe nipple threaded on both ends to a 1/8 inch BSPT standard. At 8 inches overall length, this close-coupled fitting serves as a direct connector between threaded fittings, valves, or equipment ports in low-pressure fluid and gas piping systems. Red brass construction provides good corrosion resistance in water and moderate chemical service applications. Licensed plumbers and pipefitters install this type of nipple where a fixed-length threaded connection is required between two female-threaded components.

This nipple is suited for residential and light commercial plumbing, instrumentation lines, and fluid transfer systems that use BSPT threading. BSPT, or British Standard Pipe Taper, is a parallel-to-tapered thread form common in imported equipment, instrumentation panels, and process fittings. It is not interchangeable with NPT threads, so confirm the mating thread standard before installation. Typical applications include connecting gauges, valves, and manifold ports on equipment spec'd to metric or British pipe standards.

Key Features

• Red brass construction for corrosion resistance in water and fluid service
• Threaded on both ends for direct fitting-to-fitting connection
• 8 inch overall length provides adequate reach for offset or spaced connections
• 1/8 inch BSPT thread standard for compatibility with British and metric-spec equipment ports
• Sold individually — minimum order quantity of 1

Compatibility

Designed as an OEM-style replacement or service fitting for plumbing and instrumentation systems using 1/8 inch BSPT female-threaded connections. Confirm mating thread standard is BSPT before installation, as BSPT is not interchangeable with NPT.

Installation Notes

Installation is performed by licensed plumbers or pipefitters following applicable local plumbing codes and IPC guidelines. Shut off and depressurize the system before removing or installing any threaded fitting. Use an appropriate thread sealant rated for BSPT threads and the service fluid — PTFE tape or anaerobic resin compound are common choices. Do not use NPT fittings or sealants designed exclusively for NPT on BSPT ports, as thread geometry differs.