Midland Industries 54062416 Hex Pipe Reducer Bushing

Product Description

The MIDLAND INDUSTRIES 54062416 is a hex pipe reducer bushing designed to transition between two different pipe sizes in threaded steel piping systems. It features a 1-1/2 inch male NPTF inlet and a 1 in female NPTF outlet, allowing installers to step down pipe diameter within a run without additional fittings. The hex body provides a solid grip surface for standard wrenches, enabling consistent torque application during assembly. Constructed from steel, this bushing is rated to 375 degrees F, making it suitable for high-temperature hydraulic and fluid transfer applications. Licensed plumbers and pipefitters typically install this fitting in industrial and commercial piping systems.

This reducer bushing fits into hydraulic and steel pipe adapter applications where a size reduction from 1-1/2 inch to 1 inch is required. It is well suited for use in hydraulic lines, compressed air systems, and fluid distribution manifolds where NPTF thread sealing is required. The NPTF thread form creates a pressure-tight seal through thread interference, reducing reliance on additional thread sealant in many service conditions. This part belongs to the MIDLAND INDUSTRIES 5406 Series of hex pipe reducer bushings.

Key Features

• 1-1/2 inch male NPTF x 1 inch female NPTF connection for a direct pipe size reduction
• Steel construction rated to 375 degrees F for high-temperature service
• Hex body profile accepts standard open-end or adjustable wrenches for secure installation
• NPTF threads provide pressure-tight interference fit sealing
• Compact form factor at 2.2 inches wide and 2 inches tall

Compatibility

Designed as an OEM-style replacement or service fitting for hydraulic and steel pipe adapter assemblies requiring a 1-1/2 inch male NPTF to 1 inch female NPTF transition. Part of the MIDLAND INDUSTRIES 5406 Series Hex Pipe Reducer Bushing line.

Installation Notes

Installation should be performed by a licensed plumber or pipefitter in accordance with applicable plumbing and piping codes. Depressurize and drain the system completely before removing or installing any threaded fittings. Apply thread sealant or PTFE tape as required by the service conditions and the authority having jurisdiction, even though NPTF threads are designed for metal-to-metal sealing. Use a properly sized wrench on the hex body to avoid rounding or damaging the fitting during tightening.