Viega 15448 Propress Zero Lead Copper Tee 1-1/2x1-1/2x1/2

Product Description

The VIEGA 15448 is a ProPress Zero Lead copper tee fitting designed for fast, flame-free pipe joining in commercial, industrial, and residential plumbing systems. Sized at 1-1/2 inches by 1-1/2 inches by 1/2 inch with three press-style (P x P x P) connections, this fitting uses Viega ProPress press technology to create a consistent, watertight seal in four to seven seconds per connection. Constructed from brass, the fitting weighs 0.70 pounds and meets or exceeds North American plumbing codes and standards. Licensed plumbers and pipefitters install this fitting using a compatible ProPress tool, eliminating the need for solder, flux, tanks, and thread cutters.

The VIEGA 15448 is suited for new construction and retrofit installations across commercial, industrial, and residential applications. Its press connection design allows joining of wet lines, making it a reliable option for maintenance and repair scenarios where draining the system is not practical. The fitting is adaptable to a wide range of system configurations and is engineered to keep installations on schedule through rapid connection times. Viega ProPress fittings are recognized for consistent performance across plumbing systems worldwide.

Key Features

• Press connections made in four to seven seconds for fast, reliable installation
• Zero lead construction meets strict North American health and safety standards
• Allows joining of wet connections, reducing downtime on maintenance and repair work
• Eliminates need for solder, flux, thread cutters, tanks, and hoses
• Patented Smart Connect feature identifies any unpressed connections during pressure testing
• Heavier wall construction rated more robust than Type K copper per Viega specification

Compatibility

Designed for use with Viega ProPress copper press systems in 1-1/2 inch and 1/2 inch press-connection configurations across commercial, industrial, and residential plumbing applications, both new construction and retrofit.

Installation Notes

Installation requires a Viega-compatible ProPress pressing tool and appropriate press jaws for the connection sizes being joined. Shut off system pressure and verify line conditions before pressing; wet-line joining is permitted with this fitting type. Work must comply with applicable local plumbing codes and standards, including IPC requirements where adopted. Inspect all connections with Smart Connect verification during pressure testing before returning the system to service.