Value Collection 4BN1/4X12 Ss Pipe Nipple Sch 40 Npt

Product Description

The VALUE COLLECTION 4BN1/4X12 is a Schedule 40 stainless steel close-pattern pipe nipple with NPT threading on both ends. It measures 0.25 inches in nominal diameter and 12 inches in length, making it a standard-length fitting for connecting threaded pipe runs or transitioning between components. Weighing 0.2 pounds, it is suited for use in plumbing, HVAC piping, and light industrial systems where corrosion resistance and dimensional accuracy are required. Licensed plumbers and pipefitters are the typical installers. The stainless steel construction provides durability in wet, corrosive, or high-humidity environments where carbon steel fittings would be unsuitable.

This nipple is used in residential and commercial piping systems where threaded connections are specified. Typical applications include water supply lines, steam service piping, compressed air systems, and chemical distribution lines where NPT-threaded fittings are standard. The Schedule 40 wall thickness meets common pressure and flow requirements for these service types. It installs between two female-threaded fittings, valves, or equipment ports and is compatible with standard NPT pipe components of the same nominal size.

Key Features

• Schedule 40 wall thickness for standard-duty pressure service
• NPT threads on both ends for leak-resistant tapered thread engagement
• Stainless steel construction resists corrosion in wet and chemically aggressive environments
• 12-inch length suits longer extension runs without additional couplings
• 0.25-inch nominal diameter fits standard quarter-inch NPT fittings and valves

Compatibility

Designed as an OEM-style replacement or new-install fitting for systems using 1/4-inch NPT threaded pipe connections in Schedule 40 piping configurations.

Installation Notes

Installation should be performed by a licensed plumber or pipefitter in accordance with applicable IPC or local plumbing code requirements. Shut off and depressurize the system before threading or removing any fittings. Apply an approved thread sealant or PTFE tape to the male NPT threads before assembly to ensure a pressure-tight seal. Do not over-tighten threaded connections, as this can crack fittings or distort threads.