Midland Industries 44479 Bronze Fpt Pipe Cap 2-1/2 in

Product Description

The MIDLAND INDUSTRIES 44479 is a bronze threaded pipe cap designed to terminate a female pipe thread (FPT) connection on pipelines handling air, water, oil, gas, or steam service. The cap features a 2-1/2 inch FPT connection with a 2-1/2-8 thread form and is rated to a 125 lb pressure class. Manufactured from bronze, it delivers corrosion resistance suited to wet, oily, and gaseous service environments. Licensed plumbers, pipefitters, and mechanical contractors install this type of cap to seal open pipe ends during system testing, winterization, or permanent line termination. Its dimensions conform to ANSI B16.15 standards.

This cap is used across residential, commercial, and light industrial piping systems wherever a 2-1/2 inch FPT branch or main line needs to be capped off. Typical applications include shutting off unused branch outlets on water distribution systems, capping test ports on gas piping, sealing steam line ends during maintenance, and isolating oil service lines. The bronze construction makes it suitable for multi-service environments where ferrous fittings would introduce corrosion risk.

Key Features

• 2-1/2 inch FPT connection with 2-1/2-8 thread form for secure, leak-resistant termination
• 125 lb pressure class rating for general service piping applications
• Bronze construction provides corrosion resistance across air, water, oil, gas, and steam services
• Conforms to ANSI B16.15 dimensional standards for interchangeability with standard bronze fittings
• Compact profile at 1.69 inches in length for use in tight spaces

Compatibility

Rated for use with air, water, oil, gas, and steam service piping. Suitable for 2-1/2 inch FPT connections conforming to ANSI B16.15 in 125 lb class bronze fitting systems.

Installation Notes

Installation of threaded pipe caps on gas and steam systems should be performed by a licensed pipefitter or plumber in accordance with applicable codes such as the International Fuel Gas Code (IFGC) or International Plumbing Code (IPC). Shut off system pressure and depressurize the line fully before removing or installing any pipe cap. Apply an appropriate thread sealant or PTFE tape rated for the service fluid before threading the cap onto the pipe. Do not over-tighten bronze fittings, as the material is softer than ferrous pipe and can be damaged by excessive force.