Value Collection 583-025S160BC Black Pipe Nipple Sch 160

Product Description

The VALUE COLLECTION 583-025S160BC is a black steel threaded pipe nipple sized at 1/2 inch diameter and 2-1/2 inches in length, manufactured to Schedule 160 wall thickness. Schedule 160 designates a heavier wall than standard Schedule 40 or 80 fittings, making this nipple suitable for higher-pressure piping applications where added wall strength is required. The black finish indicates an uncoated carbon steel construction typical for gas, steam, and industrial fluid systems. Licensed plumbers, pipefitters, and HVAC technicians install this type of nipple as a close coupling between valves, fittings, or equipment connections.

This nipple is used in residential and commercial piping systems where a short, heavy-wall threaded connection is needed. Common applications include natural gas distribution lines, steam systems, hydraulic fluid lines, and industrial process piping. The 2-1/2 inch length makes it suitable for close-coupled connections with minimal exposed thread between fittings. Its Schedule 160 rating places it in service environments where system pressure or mechanical stress exceeds what lighter-schedule pipe can handle.

Key Features

• Schedule 160 heavy wall construction for high-pressure service
• 1/2 inch nominal pipe diameter with standard NPT threading
• 2-1/2 inch overall length for close-coupled fitting installations
• Black steel finish appropriate for gas, steam, and industrial fluid lines
• Sold as a single unit with no minimum order requirement beyond one piece

Compatibility

Designed as a standard NPT-threaded replacement nipple for 1/2 inch Schedule 160 piping systems in residential and commercial gas, steam, and industrial fluid applications.

Installation Notes

Installation should be performed by a licensed plumber or pipefitter in accordance with applicable codes such as the International Plumbing Code or International Fuel Gas Code. Shut off and depressurize the line completely before removing or installing any threaded fittings. Apply an appropriate thread sealant or PTFE tape rated for the service medium before making up the joint. Do not over-torque the connection, as Schedule 160 nipples at 1/2 inch diameter can be damaged by excessive wrench force.