Nomaco PEBFRED1121 Butt Fusion Reducer 1-1/2x1 in

Product Description

The NOMACO PEBFRED1121 is a butt fusion reducer designed to transition between pipe runs of differing diameters using thermal butt fusion joining methods. Sized at 1-1/2 inches on the larger end and 1 inches on the smaller end, this reducer is used where a piping system must step down in diameter without mechanical fittings or clamps. Butt fusion fittings are joined by heating both pipe and fitting faces simultaneously and pressing them together, creating a homogeneous, leak-resistant joint. This type of fitting is commonly installed by licensed plumbers and pipefitters working on polyethylene piping systems.

Butt fusion reducers like the PEBFRED1121 are used in residential and commercial piping applications where polyethylene pipe is the specified material. Typical installations include underground water service lines, geothermal loop systems, irrigation distribution headers, and industrial fluid transfer lines. The stepped geometry allows a smooth flow transition from the larger 1-1/2 inch pipe to the smaller 1 inch pipe, helping maintain system pressure integrity across the diameter change.

Key Features

• 1-1/2 inches to 1 inches diameter reduction for butt fusion piping systems
• Butt fusion joint design eliminates mechanical connectors at the transition point
• Smooth internal bore transition supports consistent flow characteristics
• Compatible with standard butt fusion joining equipment and procedures

Compatibility

Designed as an OEM-style replacement or new-installation fitting for butt fusion polyethylene piping systems requiring a 1-1/2 inch to 1 inch diameter reduction.

Installation Notes

Installation should be performed by a qualified plumber or pipefitter trained in butt fusion joining techniques. Power down or depressurize the piping system completely before cutting into an existing line. Butt fusion work requires a properly sized fusion machine; facing, heating, and joining times must follow the equipment manufacturer and pipe material specifications. Follow applicable local plumbing codes and ASTM or ASME standards for polyethylene fusion joints.

Technical Specifications

• Large End Diameter: 1-1/2 inches
• Small End Diameter: 1 inches
• Connection Type: Butt Fusion
• Fitting Type: Reducer

Standard Information

• Brand: NOMACO
• Manufacturer Part Number: PEBFRED1121