Merit Brass XNL106-120812 Pipe Reducer Tee 3/4x1/2x3/4 Fnpt

Product Description

The MERIT BRASS XNL106-120812 is a brass pipe reducer tee designed for low-pressure fluid and gas distribution systems. It features a 3/4 x 1/2 x 3/4 inch nominal configuration with female NPT (FNPT) end connections on all three ports. Rated at 125 lb, this fitting handles standard service pressures in residential and light commercial plumbing applications. The rough brass finish is left uncoated, making it ready for direct installation or field finishing. Plumbers and pipefitters reach for this fitting when branching a reduced-diameter line off a main run without adding extra union or bushing connections.

This reducer tee is suited for residential and light commercial plumbing, hydronic heating, compressed air, and general-purpose pipe assemblies where a branch reduction is needed in a single fitting. The FNPT threads on all ports accept standard NPT-threaded pipe and fittings, keeping the connection count low and the installation straightforward. It is commonly installed in water supply lines, low-pressure gas distribution, and fluid handling systems where a 1/2 inch branch off a 3/4 inch main line is required.

Key Features

• 3/4 x 1/2 x 3/4 inch nominal sizing combines branch reduction and tee function in one fitting
• FNPT end style on all three ports for standard NPT pipe thread compatibility
• 125 lb pressure rating suitable for standard residential and light commercial service
• Brass construction provides corrosion resistance in water, steam, and low-pressure gas service
• Rough finish allows direct installation or field finishing as required

Compatibility

Designed as an OEM-style replacement or new-installation fitting for standard NPT threaded brass pipe assemblies in residential and light commercial plumbing and fluid handling systems.

Installation Notes

Installation is performed by a licensed plumber or pipefitter in accordance with applicable IPC or local plumbing code requirements. Shut off and depressurize the supply line fully before threading or unthreading any fittings. Apply an appropriate thread sealant or PTFE tape to all male NPT threads before assembly. Do not overtighten brass fittings, as the material is softer than ferrous pipe and threads can strip under excessive torque.

Technical Specifications

• Nominal Size: 3/4 x 1/2 x 3/4 inches
• End Style: FNPT (Female National Pipe Thread) all ports
• Pressure Rating: 125 lb
• Material: Brass
• Finish: Rough
• Origin: Import

Standard Information

• Brand: MERIT BRASS
• Manufacturer Part Number: XNL106-120812