Mueller Industries W 06000 Copper Air Chamber 1/2x6 in

Product Description

The MUELLER INDUSTRIES W 06000 is a wrot copper pipe air chamber designed to suppress water hammer in residential and light commercial plumbing systems. This fitting measures 1/2 inch by 6 inches with a female-to-fitting (FTG) end connection and a solder joint. Air chambers absorb the hydraulic shock that occurs when fast-closing valves or solenoids suddenly stop water flow. The wrot copper construction meets multiple ASME and NSF standards, making it a reliable choice for potable water supply lines. Licensed plumbers install this fitting as a direct inline solution where pressure transients are a known issue.

This air chamber is suited for residential water supply piping, particularly near washing machine valves, dishwasher connections, and other appliances with solenoid-actuated shutoffs. The 1/2 inch size fits standard residential hot and cold supply branch lines. The FTG solder joint end connection integrates directly into sweat-fit copper piping systems without adapters. It is also applicable in light commercial plumbing where 1/2 inch copper supply branches require water hammer control.

Key Features

• Wrot copper construction for durability and compatibility with potable water systems
• 1/2 inch x 6 inch size fits standard residential supply branch lines
• FTG solder joint end connection integrates into existing sweat-fit copper piping
• Meets ASME B16.22, ASME B16.18, and NSF 61G standards for copper fittings in potable water service
• Absorbs hydraulic shock from fast-closing solenoid and lever-handle valves

Compatibility

Designed as an OEM-style drop-in air chamber for 1/2 inch copper sweat piping systems using FTG solder joint connections in residential and light commercial plumbing applications.

Installation Notes

Installation is performed by a licensed plumber. Shut off the water supply and depressurize the line before cutting into existing copper piping. Clean and flux all joint surfaces before soldering in accordance with IPC and local plumbing code requirements. Do not apply heat near flammable materials, and allow the joint to cool fully before restoring water pressure.