Merit Brass 2008-400BSPT Brass Pipe Nipple 1/2 in Bspt

Product Description

The MERIT BRASS 2008-400BSPT is a red brass pipe nipple with threads on both ends, designed for low-pressure fluid and gas piping systems. It measures 4 inches overall length with a 1/2-inch BSPT (British Standard Pipe Taper) thread standard and a 1/2-inch outside diameter. Red brass construction provides solid corrosion resistance in wet service environments, making this nipple suitable for water, steam, and light gas applications. Licensed plumbers and pipefitters install this fitting as a short connector between threaded valves, couplings, or other pipe fittings in commercial and residential systems.

This nipple is used wherever a 1/2-inch BSPT threaded connection is required. BSPT threading is common in imported equipment, hydraulic assemblies, and international-standard piping systems. Typical applications include connecting valves, pressure gauges, strainers, and instrumentation ports in mechanical rooms, process piping, and light industrial installations. The 4-inch overall length makes it suitable for close-quarter runs where a longer nipple would create interference.

Key Features

• Red brass construction for corrosion resistance in wet and steam service
• 1/2-inch BSPT threads on both ends for compatibility with British Standard Pipe Taper fittings
• 4-inch overall length suits short-run piping connections
• OSHA compliant per listed standards
• 1/2-inch outside diameter for standard pipe sizing

Compatibility

Designed for use with 1/2-inch BSPT threaded fittings, valves, and equipment ports requiring British Standard Pipe Taper connections in residential and commercial plumbing or light industrial piping systems.

Installation Notes

Installation should be performed by a licensed plumber or pipefitter in accordance with applicable plumbing codes such as the IPC. Shut off the water or gas supply and depressurize the line before threading the nipple into place. Apply an appropriate thread sealant or PTFE tape rated for the service fluid. Do not overtighten, as red brass threads can be damaged by excessive torque.