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Galvanized steel pipe nipple, 2 inch male NPT threads, 5 inch length, Schedule 40

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Value Brand 2" MNPT x 5" TBE Galvanized Steel Pipe Nipple Sch 40

SKU CH-MEDE-EV28E

Galvanized steel pipe nipple with 2" MNPT threads and 5" overall length, rated for 300 psi at 150°F and 150 psi steam at 350°F

  • Galvanized coating resists corrosion on steel pipe
  • Schedule 40 rating handles 300 psi at 150 Degrees F
  • 2 inch MNPT threads fit standard fittings
  • 5 inch overall length suits tight installations
  • California Proposition 65 warning for cancer and reproductive harm

What this fitting is and who needs it

This galvanized steel pipe nipple connects two female-threaded components in air, gas or potable-water lines. It suits plumbers, maintenance technicians and DIY installers working with Schedule 40 systems who need a 2-inch nominal bore and a 5-inch overall length. Buyers who need a different length, a larger diameter or a non-galvanised finish should choose another item.

The specification that decides fit

The nipple has 2-inch male NPT threads on one end and a threaded-both-ends design to match Schedule 40 fittings. Its outside diameter is 2 3/8 inches and it is rated for 300 psi at 150 degrees F for water service and 150 psi at 350 degrees F for steam. If your system requires a different pressure class or thread standard this part will not seal correctly.

Installation notes and common issues

Apply pipe-thread sealant or tape to the male threads before tightening to prevent leaks. The electric-resistance-welded construction and galvanized coating resist corrosion but can be damaged by over-tightening or by using incompatible dissimilar metals. California Proposition 65 warnings apply because the product contains chemicals linked to cancer and reproductive harm.

How it compares

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Price $6.99
Cheaper than about 78% of the 2,955 comparable items (median $17.99).

Specifications

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Brand nameZORO SELECT

Questions about this item

What does the 300 psi rating mean once the nipple is installed in a real system?

It is the maximum operating pressure the nipple can handle at 150 degrees Fahrenheit, so the rest of the piping must also be rated for at least that pressure.

What does the Schedule 40 designation cap in practice?

It defines the wall thickness for this 2-inch nominal size, which limits the internal diameter and sets the pressure boundary the nipple can safely hold.

What physical space does the nipple need to fit and mount?

The nipple is 5 inches long overall with a 2 3/8-inch outside diameter and male NPT threads on each end, so it requires that length plus thread engagement in the adjoining fittings.

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