Value Brand 1/2" x 7" Black Pipe Nipple Sch 40
Black steel pipe nipple with threaded MNPT ends for 300 psi water and 150 psi steam service
- Schedule 40 rating handles 300 psi at 150°F
- ASTM A-53 Type E and A-733 Grade B standards ensure reliability
- Electric resistance weld construction provides consistent joint strength
- Threaded MNPT both ends for direct pipe connection
- Black steel material resists corrosion in standard plumbing use
Product Identity
This Value Brand black steel pipe nipple is a Schedule 40 fitting with male NPT threads on both ends. It is manufactured to ASTM A-53 Type E and ASTM A-733 Grade B standards for general piping installations.
Suitable Installations
The 1/2 inch nominal size and 7 inch overall length suit water, oil, gas, and low-pressure steam lines rated up to 150 psi WSP. Installers needing higher steam pressure, different thread types, or alternative materials should select another fitting.
Deciding Specification
The maximum working pressure is 300 psi at 150 degrees F with a wall thickness of 3/32 inch and an outside diameter of 53/64 inch. These figures determine whether the nipple meets the system design requirements.
How it compares
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- Price $2.99
- Cheaper than about 90% of the 2,955 comparable items (median $17.99).
Specifications
| Product | |
|---|---|
| Brand name | ZORO SELECT |
Questions about this item
What does the 300 psi rating mean for everyday plumbing use?
The nipple is rated for 300 psi at 150 °F water pressure and 150 psi steam pressure, so it handles typical residential and light-commercial lines.
What thread standard does the MNPT x MNPT connection follow?
Both ends use male NPT threads to ASTM A-733, giving a standard taper seal with matching fittings.
Will the 53/64 in outside diameter fit through a standard 1/2 in nominal opening?
Yes — the 53/64 in OD and 3/32 in wall are the standard dimensions for 1/2 in Schedule 40 black steel pipe.
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