Midland Industries 77501 Copper Reducing Tee 1x1/2x1 in

Product Description

The MIDLAND INDUSTRIES 77501 is a copper reducing tee fitting designed for sweat (solder) connections in residential and commercial plumbing and HVAC hydronic systems. It connects a 1-inch run on both ends with a reduced 1/2-inch branch outlet, allowing techs to tap off a main line at a smaller diameter without additional adapters. The fitting is rated to 500 psi and handles temperatures from 32 degrees F to 200 degrees F, making it suitable for domestic water, radiant heating, and light commercial distribution piping. Weighing 0.34 pounds, it installs cleanly into standard copper sweat assemblies.

This fitting is used wherever a branch line of reduced diameter must be taken off a 1-inch copper main. Typical applications include domestic hot and cold water distribution, hydronic heating branch circuits, and HVAC chilled-water or condenser-water piping. The sweat connection type requires soldering to Type K, L, or M copper pipe and is a standard configuration for licensed plumbers and HVAC piping mechanics working on both new construction and retrofit jobs.

Key Features

• 1 in C x 1/2 in C x 1 in C configuration reduces branch flow without inline adapters
• 500 psi pressure rating suits high-pressure domestic and commercial water systems
• Temperature range of 32 degrees F to 200 degrees F covers standard hot and cold water service
• Copper sweat (solder) connections for a secure, leak-free joint with standard copper pipe
• Compact, lightweight construction at 0.34 pounds for easy handling in tight spaces

Compatibility

Designed as an OEM-style copper sweat reducing tee for use with standard 1-inch and 1/2-inch copper pipe in residential and commercial plumbing and hydronic piping systems.

Installation Notes

Installation should be performed by a licensed plumber or qualified HVAC piping mechanic in accordance with IPC and local plumbing codes. Shut off and depressurize the water system and drain the line before cutting in the fitting. Clean and flux all mating pipe ends thoroughly before applying heat; overheating copper fittings during soldering can damage the joint. Allow the joint to cool completely before restoring system pressure and checking for leaks.