Midland Industries 706140-0806 Brass Pipe Face Bushing

Product Description

The MIDLAND INDUSTRIES 706140-0806 is a lead-free brass pipe face bushing designed to reduce a 1/2-inch male pipe thread (MPT) to a 3/8-inch female pipe thread (FPT). Face bushings thread directly into a fitting or valve body to change thread size at a connection point without additional fittings. This bushing measures 0.56 inches in length and is machined from lead-free brass, making it suitable for potable water systems where lead-free compliance is required. Plumbers and pipefitters install this type of fitting when adapting supply lines, valves, or manifolds where a compact, flush-style reducer is preferred over a standard hex bushing.

This face bushing is suited for residential and light commercial plumbing applications involving brass or steel pipe. It is commonly used in water supply lines, irrigation manifolds, valve connections, and similar low-to-moderate pressure piping systems. The 1/2-14 NPT male thread mates with standard 1/2-inch threaded ports, while the 3/8-18 NPT female thread accepts 3/8-inch male-threaded pipe or fittings. Its compact profile allows installation in tight spaces where a hex bushing would not fit.

Key Features

• Lead-free brass construction meets potable water compliance requirements
• 1/2-inch MPT x 3/8-inch FPT configuration reduces connection size at the fitting face
• 1/2-14 x 3/8-18 thread specification for standard NPT compatibility
• Compact 0.56-inch length suits tight or recessed installation points
• Compatible with brass or steel pipe systems

Compatibility

Designed for use with brass or steel pipe. Threads conform to 1/2-14 and 3/8-18 NPT standards, making this bushing compatible with standard NPT-threaded fittings, valves, and pipe in those sizes.

Installation Notes

Installation is performed by licensed plumbers or qualified pipefitters. Shut off the water supply and depressurize the line before threading in the bushing. Apply an approved thread sealant tape or compound to the male threads per IPC guidelines before assembly. Do not overtighten; use a properly sized wrench and avoid cracking the fitting body.