Midland Industries 63535B1 Barstock Hex Bushing 2-1/2x2 in Ss

Product Description

The MIDLAND INDUSTRIES 63535B1 is a barstock hex bushing designed to reduce a 2-1/2 inch male pipe thread (MPT) connection down to a 2 inch female pipe thread (FPT) connection. Machined from 316 stainless steel barstock, this fitting delivers corrosion resistance suitable for demanding fluid and gas piping applications. It carries a pressure rating of 1000/3000 lb, making it appropriate for high-pressure service. The hex body allows for standard wrench engagement during installation. Licensed plumbers and pipefitters are the typical installers for this class of fitting in industrial, commercial, and marine piping systems.

This bushing is used in applications where a larger-diameter threaded pipe or valve must transition to a smaller-diameter threaded connection. The 316 stainless steel construction makes it well suited for corrosive environments, including chemical processing, marine installations, saltwater systems, and food-grade or sanitary adjacent piping where carbon steel or brass is not appropriate. The 1000/3000 lb pressure class places it in heavy-duty service categories used throughout commercial and industrial plumbing and process piping.

Key Features

• 316 stainless steel barstock construction for superior corrosion resistance
• 2-1/2 in MPT inlet to 2 in FPT outlet for reducing thread connections
• 1000/3000 lb pressure class for high-pressure service
• Hex body profile allows full wrench engagement for proper torque
• Machined from barstock for consistent wall thickness and thread integrity

Compatibility

Designed as an OEM-style threaded reducing bushing for use in 1000 lb and above stainless steel fitting systems where a 2-1/2 in MPT to 2 in FPT transition is required.

Installation Notes

Installation should be performed by a licensed plumber or pipefitter in accordance with applicable codes such as the International Plumbing Code (IPC) or relevant process piping standards. Shut off and depressurize the line completely before removing or installing any threaded fitting. Apply an appropriate thread sealant rated for the service fluid and pressure class. Do not over-torque the fitting; use a backup wrench on the mating connection to prevent stress on adjacent piping.