Value Collection PC110NB-86 Brass Pipe Bushing 1/2x3/8

Product Description

The VALUE COLLECTION PC110NB-86 is a brass pipe bushing designed to reduce a 1/2-inch female NPT port down to a 3/8-inch male NPT connection. It features a nickel-plated finish for corrosion resistance and carries a pressure rating of 1,000 psi, making it suitable for demanding fluid and gas piping applications. This type of bushing is a standard fitting used by licensed plumbers, pipefitters, and HVAC technicians when transitioning between pipe sizes within threaded systems. The hex outer profile allows for easy installation with a standard wrench.

This bushing is commonly installed in residential and light commercial plumbing, HVAC, and compressed air systems where a threaded size reduction is needed at a valve, fitting, or equipment port. It fits directly into any 1/2-inch FNPT-threaded opening and presents a 3/8-inch MNPT thread for the downstream connection. Its compact design makes it well suited for tight spaces typical of mechanical rooms, equipment panels, and utility piping runs.

Key Features

• Reduces 1/2-inch FNPT to 3/8-inch MNPT in a single fitting
• Rated to 1,000 psi for use in higher-pressure fluid and gas lines
• Nickel-plated brass construction resists corrosion in wet environments
• Standard NPT threading for compatibility with common pipe and fittings
• Compact bushing profile fits confined installation spaces

Compatibility

Designed as an OEM-style threaded reducer bushing suitable for use in any standard NPT-threaded 1/2-inch female port requiring a 3/8-inch male NPT connection in plumbing, HVAC, or compressed air piping systems.

Installation Notes

Installation should be performed by a licensed plumber or qualified pipefitter in accordance with applicable local plumbing codes and IPC guidelines. Always shut off and depressurize the system before removing or installing threaded fittings. Apply thread sealant tape or compound to the male threads before assembly to ensure a leak-free connection. Do not overtighten, as excessive torque can crack brass fittings.