Merit Brass 2024-7200 Pipe Nipple 72 in 1-1/2 Npt Red Brass

Product Description

The MERIT BRASS 2024-7200 is a red brass pipe nipple with full threading on both ends, designed for use in plumbing and piping systems where corrosion resistance and pressure integrity are required. At 72 inches overall length with a 1-1/2 inch NPT thread standard, this nipple serves as a long-run connector between fittings, valves, or equipment ports. Red brass construction provides improved resistance to dezincification compared to standard yellow brass, making it suitable for water service and other corrosive media. The part weighs 17.28 pounds. Licensed plumbers and pipefitters are the typical installers for this size and material.

This pipe nipple is suited for residential and commercial plumbing installations requiring a full-length 72-inch threaded run. Typical applications include water supply lines, HVAC hydronic systems, compressed air distribution, and general-purpose pipe assemblies where NPT-threaded connections are specified. The 1-1/2 inch diameter and extended length make it appropriate for main distribution runs rather than short close-nipple connections. The red brass material is commonly specified in potable water and mechanical room piping where dezincification resistance is a code or design requirement.

Key Features

• Full threading on both ends for direct connection to NPT fittings and valves
• 72-inch overall length suits long-run piping assemblies without coupling joints
• Red brass construction resists dezincification in water service applications
• 1-1/2 inch NPT thread standard matches common pipe fittings and valves
• UNSPSC Code 40173300 for procurement and catalog classification

Compatibility

Designed as a standard-replacement or new-installation pipe nipple for systems using 1-1/2 inch NPT threaded fittings, valves, and equipment connections in plumbing, HVAC hydronic, and general mechanical piping applications.

Installation Notes

Installation should be performed by a licensed plumber or pipefitter in accordance with the International Plumbing Code (IPC) and applicable local codes. Shut off and depressurize the supply line before cutting in or replacing any nipple in an active system. Apply appropriate thread sealant or PTFE tape to NPT threads before assembly. Do not overtighten, as red brass fittings can be damaged by excessive torque.