Midland Industries 63541 Reducer Hex Bushing 4x2 in 316 Ss

Product Description

The MIDLAND INDUSTRIES 63541 is a reducer hex bushing designed to step down pipe thread size from a 4-inch male pipe thread (MPT) to a 2-inch female pipe thread (FPT) within 150-pound-class piping systems. Constructed from 316 stainless steel, this fitting provides strong resistance to corrosion in demanding fluid handling, chemical, and industrial applications. The hex body allows standard wrench engagement for reliable makeup torque without slippage. It conforms to ASME B1.20.1 thread dimensional standards and carries a 300 psi pressure rating, making it a practical solution where line size reduction and pressure integrity are both required.

This fitting is suited for use in commercial and industrial plumbing, process piping, and mechanical systems where 150-pound-class stainless steel fittings are specified. Typical applications include chemical processing lines, marine or coastal installations, food service utility piping, and corrosive-environment fluid systems. Licensed plumbers and pipefitters install this style of bushing when transitioning between two different pipe diameters in a threaded piping run, particularly where standard carbon steel or brass fittings would not hold up to the service environment.

Key Features

• 316 stainless steel construction for superior corrosion resistance in aggressive service environments
• 4-inch MPT inlet to 2-inch FPT outlet for in-line diameter reduction in threaded systems
• 300 psi maximum pressure rating within the 150-pound pressure class
• Hex body profile accepts standard pipe wrenches and hex tooling for secure installation
• Conforms to ASME B1.20.1 thread dimensional standards for consistent fit and seal
• 4-8 thread specification on the male end matches standard 4-inch NPT pipe thread pitch

Compatibility

Designed as an OEM-style replacement or new-installation fitting for 150-pound-class threaded stainless steel piping systems using standard NPT connections per ASME B1.20.1.

Installation Notes

This fitting is typically installed by licensed plumbers or pipefitters. Depressurize and drain the affected piping section completely before removing or installing any threaded fitting. Apply an appropriate thread sealant or PTFE tape rated for the service fluid before makeup. Do not overtighten; once thread engagement is hand-tight, use the hex body for controlled final torque with a wrench.