Midland Industries 43255 Bronze Pipe Tee 1 in Fpt Extra Heavy

Product Description

The MIDLAND INDUSTRIES 43255 is a full-port bronze pipe tee with three 1-inch female pipe thread (FPT) connections, designed for use in pressurized water distribution, industrial piping, and plumbing systems where elevated service demands require extra-heavy-duty fittings. Rated to the Extra Heavy (XH) schedule, this tee is built from cast bronze and carries a 1-11-1/2 thread specification per ASME B1.20.1. It meets a broad set of dimensional and performance standards, making it a dependable choice for licensed plumbers and mechanical contractors working on both new installation and retrofit projects. The fitting weighs approximately 1.56 pounds and is suited for systems requiring robust, corrosion-resistant brass-family metal construction.

This tee is applied in residential and commercial potable water systems, irrigation mains, and industrial fluid-handling lines where a straight run with a 90-degree branch of equal size is required. The all-FPT configuration accepts threaded male nipples or adapters on all three ports, allowing straightforward integration into existing threaded piping layouts. It is commonly installed at distribution manifolds, branch takeoffs, and service line junctions handled by journeyman or master plumbers.

Key Features

• Extra Heavy (XH) schedule rating for high-pressure service applications
• Three 1-inch FPT connections for equal-size branch and run configuration
• 1-11-1/2 thread form per ASME B1.20.1 for consistent thread engagement
• Cast bronze construction provides corrosion resistance in potable water and fluid systems
• Meets AWWA C800, ASME B16.15, WW-P-460C, and MSS-SP-106 dimensional and performance standards

Compatibility

Designed as an OEM-style replacement or new-installation fitting for threaded bronze piping systems requiring a 1-inch equal tee with female pipe thread connections on all ports.

Installation Notes

Installation should be performed by a licensed plumber in accordance with applicable IPC or local plumbing code requirements. Shut off and depressurize the supply line and drain standing water before removing or installing any threaded fitting. Apply an approved thread sealant or PTFE tape to all male threads before assembly, and tighten to hand-snug plus the appropriate number of turns using a pipe wrench - do not overtighten bronze fittings, as the material can crack under excessive torque. Pressure-test the completed assembly before returning the system to service.