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Black anodized steel pipe nipple with threaded ends

Anvil

Anvil 3 in NPT Pipe Nipple 6 in Steel Transparent

SKU CH-G60V-2ZRQM

A 3-inch NPT steel pipe nipple connects air, gas, non-potable water or oil lines at up to 1,000 psi and 150 °F

  • Product colorTransparent
  • Seamless steel construction resists leaks under pressure
  • Handles air, gases, non-potable water and oils
  • Rated for 1,000 psi at 150 degrees Fahrenheit
  • Withstands 300 psi steam at 550 degrees Fahrenheit
  • Black anodized finish protects against corrosion

3-inch NPT steel pipe nipple

This seamless steel pipe nipple measures six inches overall with a three-inch nominal size and three-and-a-half-inch outside diameter. It carries a black anodised finish and is manufactured in the USA. The fitting suits air, gases, non-potable water and oils in industrial piping systems.

Pressure and temperature limits

The nipple withstands up to one thousand psi at one hundred and fifty degrees Fahrenheit and handles three hundred psi steam pressure at five hundred and fifty degrees Fahrenheit. Seamless construction supports these ratings without welded joints that could leak under thermal cycling.

Upgrading from threaded or welded alternatives

Installers replacing shorter nipples or field-cut pipe gain a factory-made length with consistent threads and verified pressure ratings. The jump is worth it when system specifications demand documented maximum operating pressure and steam limits rather than assumed values.

How it compares

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Price $48.99
Pricier than about 62% of the 4,240 comparable items (median $31.99).

Specifications

Product
Brand nameBECK
Product colorTransparent

Questions about this item

How do I install the 3 in NPT pipe nipple, and which step is most often done incorrectly?

Wrap PTFE tape clockwise on the male NPT threads before threading into the female fitting; the common mistake is wrapping counter-clockwise, which unwinds when tightened.

What maintenance or replacement will the 3 in NPT steel nipple need over time?

Inspect the black anodized finish and threads periodically for corrosion or galling; replace the nipple if the coating is breached or threads show deformation.

What is the first limit reached during sustained use of the 3 in NPT nipple rated for 1,000 psi at 150 Degrees F?

The pressure-temperature rating of 1,000 psi at 150 Degrees F is the primary design limit; exceeding either value risks joint failure on the seamless steel body.

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