Merit Brass XNL114-1208 Hex Head Pipe Bushing 3/4x1/2 in

Product Description

The MERIT BRASS XNL114-1208 is a hex head pipe bushing used to reduce a 3/4 inch male NPT thread down to a 1/2 inch female NPT thread in piping systems. Rated at 125 lb, it is machined from brass with a rough finish. The hex head design provides a flat wrench surface for controlled torque during installation. Plumbers and pipefitters install this bushing in water supply, gas distribution, and general-purpose fluid systems where a threaded reduction fitting is required at a tee, coupling, or valve port.

This bushing is suited for residential and light commercial plumbing, HVAC hydronic systems, and compressed air or gas piping where a 3/4 inch to 1/2 inch NPT threaded reduction is needed. The MNPT x FNPT end configuration allows the bushing to thread directly into a female-threaded fitting or valve body while accepting a male-threaded pipe or nipple on the smaller end. Brass construction makes it appropriate for potable water, fuel gas, and low-pressure steam applications where corrosion resistance is important.

Key Features

• Hex head design provides wrench flats for secure, controlled installation
• 3/4 inch MNPT to 1/2 inch FNPT configuration reduces pipe size in a single fitting
• Brass construction resists corrosion in water, gas, and low-pressure steam service
• 125 lb pressure rating suitable for residential and light commercial applications
• Rough finish accepts thread sealant tape or pipe dope for a leak-free seal

Compatibility

Designed as an OEM-style threaded replacement bushing for standard 3/4 inch x 1/2 inch NPT piping systems in plumbing, HVAC, and gas distribution applications.

Installation Notes

Installation should be performed by a licensed plumber or pipefitter in accordance with applicable local plumbing codes and the IPC or IFGC as relevant. Shut off and depressurize the supply line before removing or installing any threaded fitting. Apply an appropriate thread sealant, such as PTFE tape or pipe dope rated for the service fluid, to the male threads before assembly. Do not over-tighten brass fittings, as the material can crack under excessive force.

Technical Specifications

• Nominal Size: 3/4 x 1/2 inches
• End Style: MNPT x FNPT
• Pressure Rating: 125 lb
• Material: Brass
• Finish: Rough
• Head Style: Hex
• Origin: Import

Standard Information

• Brand: MERIT BRASS
• Manufacturer Part Number: XNL114-1208