Midland Industries 839338 Reducer Bushing 3x2 in Pvc Sch 80

Product Description

The MIDLAND INDUSTRIES 839338 is a Schedule 80 PVC reducer bushing designed to transition pipe connections from a 3-inch male pipe thread (MPT) to a 2-inch female pipe thread (FPT). Built from rigid PVC, this bushing delivers reliable chemical resistance and durability in threaded piping systems. The Schedule 80 wall thickness provides added pressure tolerance compared to standard Schedule 40 fittings. Rated to 140 degrees F, it is suited for cold and moderately warm fluid handling applications. Plumbers and pipefitters install this fitting where a piping system requires a threaded reduction without solvent-welded joints.

This reducer bushing is used in residential and commercial plumbing systems where Schedule 80 PVC threaded fittings are specified. Typical applications include water distribution, irrigation, chemical handling, and industrial process piping where a 3-inch line reduces down to a 2-inch branch or connection point. Its all-threaded design allows for tool-assisted installation without cement, making it practical for removable or serviceable connections in Schedule 80 PVC piping assemblies.

Key Features

• 3-inch MPT inlet transitions to 2-inch FPT outlet for in-line reduction
• Schedule 80 PVC construction offers greater wall thickness and pressure rating than SCH 40
• Maximum temperature rating of 140 degrees F suitable for cold and warm fluid service
• Threaded connections on both ends allow tool-based assembly without solvent cement
• PVC material provides broad chemical resistance for water, irrigation, and process piping

Compatibility

Designed as an OEM-style replacement or new-installation fitting compatible with Schedule 80 PVC threaded piping systems using standard NPT thread forms.

Installation Notes

Installation should be performed by a licensed plumber in accordance with applicable IPC or local plumbing code requirements. Shut off system pressure and drain the line before removing or installing any threaded fitting. Apply an approved thread sealant or PTFE tape to the male threads before assembly, and tighten with a strap wrench or pipe wrench to avoid cracking the PVC body. Do not over-torque, as PVC fittings can fracture under excessive force.