Midland Industries 38106-404024 Bronze Reducing Tee

Product Description

The MIDLAND INDUSTRIES 38106-404024 is a cast bronze reducing tee designed for threaded pipe systems in plumbing, HVAC, and industrial fluid distribution applications. It features three female pipe thread (FPT) connections: two run ports at 2-1/2 inches and one branch port at 1-1/2 inches. Rated at a 125 lb pressure class and manufactured to ASME B16.15 dimensional standards, this fitting delivers reliable performance in systems where the branch line requires a reduced diameter off the main run. Bronze construction provides corrosion resistance suitable for water, steam, and many fluid service environments.

This reducing tee is used in residential and commercial plumbing systems, hydronic heating installations, and industrial piping wherever a threaded branch takeoff at a smaller diameter is needed. The 2-1/2-8 thread on the run ports and 1-1/2-11-1/2 thread on the branch port conform to standard NPT thread specifications, making this fitting compatible with common schedule pipe and standard threaded components. Licensed plumbers and pipefitters are the primary installers of this fitting in both new construction and retrofit service work.

Key Features

• All three ports are female pipe thread (FPT) for straightforward threaded assembly
• 125 lb pressure class rating suitable for a wide range of fluid service applications
• Manufactured to ASME B16.15 dimensional standards for reliable fit with standard pipe and fittings
• Bronze construction resists corrosion in water and steam service
• Reducing branch design allows main run to remain full size while stepping down the branch line

Compatibility

Designed as an OEM-style replacement or new-installation bronze reducing tee for standard NPT threaded pipe systems rated at 125 lb pressure class per ASME B16.15.

Installation Notes

Installation should be performed by a licensed plumber or pipefitter in accordance with applicable local codes and the International Plumbing Code (IPC). Shut off and depressurize the system completely before removing or installing any threaded fittings. Apply an appropriate thread sealant or PTFE tape to male threads before assembly and tighten to a snug, leak-free fit without over-torquing bronze fittings. Inspect all joints for leaks after restoring system pressure.