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B7RMP-R250150 - Clamp Reducing Tee

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B7RMP-R250150 Clamp Reducing Tee - 2-1/2" x 1-1/2" 316L Stainless Steel

Dixon B7RMP-R250150 is a 2-1/2" x 1-1/2" sanitary clamp reducing tee manufactured from 316L stainless steel for hygienic and process piping applications.

The fitting provides a 2-1/2" sanitary clamp main run with a reduced 1-1/2" branch connection. This configuration provides an integrated branch-size reduction while maintaining removable sanitary clamp connections for cleaning, inspection, maintenance, and equipment service.

Product Highlights

  • Genuine Dixon sanitary clamp reducing tee
  • Manufacturer part number B7RMP-R250150
  • 2-1/2" x 1-1/2" tube O.D. configuration
  • 316L stainless steel construction
  • 2-1/2" main run with 1-1/2" reduced branch
  • Three sanitary clamp connections
  • Designed for hygienic and sanitary process piping
  • Published dimension A: 2.84"
  • Published dimension B: 2.66"
  • Older published overall run length: 5.688"
  • 304 stainless steel equivalent: B7RMP-G250150
  • Part of Dixon's B7RMP Clamp Reducing Tee family

Technical Specifications

Brand Dixon
Manufacturer Part Number B7RMP-R250150
Product Type Clamp Reducing Tee
Series B7RMP
Tube O.D. 2-1/2" x 1-1/2"
Main Run Size 2-1/2"
Branch Size 1-1/2"
Material 316L Stainless Steel
Connection Type Sanitary Clamp
Number of Connections 3
Configuration Reducing Tee
Published Dimension A 2.84"
Published Dimension B 2.66"
Older Published Overall Run Length 5.688"
304 Stainless Steel Equivalent B7RMP-G250150
Typical Market Food, beverage, pharmaceutical, and compatible hygienic process systems

Reducing Tee Configuration

The B7RMP-R250150 combines a straight 2-1/2" sanitary run with a reduced 1-1/2" sanitary branch.

This configuration allows a 1-1/2" process line to branch from a larger 2-1/2" main line without requiring a separate reducer at the branch connection.

All three ports use sanitary clamp-style connections, allowing the fitting to be assembled with compatible mating sanitary components and removed when access is required.

316L Stainless Steel Construction

The B7RMP-R250150 is manufactured from 316L stainless steel. This material is commonly selected for hygienic process systems where corrosion resistance, cleanability, and compatible stainless steel construction are important.

316L stainless steel is frequently used in compatible food, beverage, dairy, pharmaceutical, brewery, winery, and other sanitary process applications.

Final material suitability depends on the process fluid, concentration, temperature, cleaning chemistry, sanitation procedures, and surrounding operating environment.

Sanitary Clamp Connections

2-1/2" Main Run

  • Two 2-1/2" sanitary clamp connections
  • Maintains the larger line size through the straight run
  • Removable clamp-style connection design
  • For compatible sanitary tubing and mating fittings
  • Provides access for inspection and maintenance

1-1/2" Reduced Branch

  • One 1-1/2" sanitary clamp connection
  • Branches from the 2-1/2" main run
  • Provides an integrated size transition
  • Useful for smaller process-line takeoffs
  • Reduces the need for an additional branch reducer

Published Dimensions

Tube O.D. 2-1/2" x 1-1/2"
Current Catalog Dimension A 2.84"
Current Catalog Dimension B 2.66"
Older Published Overall Run 5.688"
Older Published Center-to-End 2.844"
Older Published Branch Height 2.656"

Dixon's current hygienic fittings literature lists dimensions of 2.84" and 2.66" for B7RMP-R250150. Earlier Dixon literature provides the geometry at greater precision, listing a 5.688" overall run length, 2.844" center-to-end dimension, and 2.656" branch height.

For fabrication, equipment clearance, or piping layouts where exact dimensions are critical, verify against the latest applicable Dixon dimensional drawing before installation.

304 vs. 316L Version

B7RMP-R250150

  • 2-1/2" x 1-1/2" tube O.D.
  • 316L stainless steel
  • Dixon R-series material configuration
  • For systems requiring compatible 316L stainless steel construction

B7RMP-G250150

  • 2-1/2" x 1-1/2" tube O.D.
  • 304 stainless steel
  • Dixon G-series material configuration
  • Corresponding 304 stainless steel version

Typical Applications

Food & Beverage Processing

  • Food processing systems
  • Beverage production
  • Dairy processing
  • Breweries
  • Wineries and distilleries

Hygienic Process Systems

  • Compatible pharmaceutical process piping
  • Sanitary fluid-transfer systems
  • Process equipment connections
  • Reduced branch takeoffs
  • Compatible hygienic process piping

Why Use a Clamp Reducing Tee?

Integrated Branch Reduction

A reducing tee combines a branch connection and size transition into one fitting. The B7RMP-R250150 maintains a 2-1/2" straight run while providing a reduced 1-1/2" branch.

Removable Sanitary Connections

Clamp-style connections allow the fitting to be removed from compatible sanitary piping assemblies for inspection, cleaning, maintenance, or process-system modification.

Sanitary Fitting Selection

Dixon identifies B7RMP-R250150 as a 2-1/2" x 1-1/2" tube O.D. reducing tee. The 2-1/2" size applies to the straight main run, while the 1-1/2" size applies to the reduced branch.

Sanitary fitting sizes are based on tube outside diameter. Do not automatically substitute conventional nominal pipe sizing when selecting this fitting.

Before ordering, confirm the existing sanitary tube O.D., mating clamp geometry, stainless steel grade, gasket requirements, and available installation space.

Gasket & Clamp Selection

Sanitary Gaskets

  • Two correctly sized gaskets are required at the 2-1/2" main-run joints
  • One correctly sized gasket is required at the 1-1/2" branch joint
  • Select gasket material for the process media
  • Confirm operating-temperature compatibility
  • Confirm compatibility with cleaning and sanitation chemicals
  • Inspect gaskets before assembly

Sanitary Clamps

  • Use compatible clamps for each sanitary connection
  • Confirm 2-1/2" and 1-1/2" mating connection geometry
  • Inspect clamps for wear or damage
  • Align mating faces before tightening
  • Support the connected piping appropriately
  • Do not use the clamps to force piping into alignment

Standards & Sanitary Applications

Dixon's hygienic fittings catalog identifies the B7RMP Clamp Reducing Tee family in connection with 3-A Sanitary Standard 63-04 and authorization number 621.

Confirm any application-specific sanitary, regulatory, material-certification, documentation, installation, or inspection requirements for the complete system before placing the fitting into service.

Installation

Before installation, confirm the B7RMP-R250150 part number, 2-1/2" main-run size, 1-1/2" branch size, and 316L stainless steel material.

Inspect all three clamp connection faces for contamination, scratches, dents, deformation, or other damage that could interfere with gasket sealing.

Install correctly sized sanitary gaskets between the mating connection faces. Select gasket material according to the process fluid, temperature, cleaning chemistry, sanitation procedures, and other system requirements.

Align the connected piping and equipment before installing and tightening the sanitary clamps. Do not use the clamps or reducing tee to pull misaligned piping into position.

Properly support the main run and branch piping so unnecessary external loads, vibration, or equipment weight are not transferred to the fitting and clamp joints.

After assembly, inspect each connection and verify leak-free operation under appropriate process conditions before returning the system to normal service.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What size is Dixon B7RMP-R250150?

B7RMP-R250150 is a 2-1/2" x 1-1/2" tube O.D. sanitary clamp reducing tee.

Which size is the main run?

The straight main run is 2-1/2" tube O.D.

What size is the reduced branch?

The reduced branch is 1-1/2" tube O.D.

What material is B7RMP-R250150?

Dixon identifies B7RMP-R250150 as 316L stainless steel.

How many clamp connections does the fitting have?

It has three sanitary clamp connections: two on the 2-1/2" straight run and one on the 1-1/2" reduced branch.

What are Dixon's current published dimensions?

Dixon's current hygienic fittings catalog lists dimension A as 2.84" and dimension B as 2.66".

What is the overall run length?

Earlier Dixon dimensional literature lists the overall length across the straight run as 5.688".

What is the center-to-end dimension?

Earlier Dixon dimensional literature lists the straight-run center-to-end dimension as 2.844".

What is the 304 stainless steel equivalent?

B7RMP-G250150 is the corresponding 2-1/2" x 1-1/2" 304 stainless steel clamp reducing tee.

What does the R designation identify?

Within this B7RMP family, the R-series part number identifies the 316L stainless steel configuration.

Are sanitary clamps included?

Do not assume sanitary clamps are included unless specifically stated in the GetPipe.com offering. Compatible clamps should be selected for the mating sanitary connections.

Are sanitary gaskets included?

Do not assume gaskets are included unless specifically stated. Select correctly sized gasket material based on the process media, temperature, and cleaning requirements.

Is the 2-1/2" x 1-1/2" sizing based on tube O.D.?

Yes. Dixon identifies the fitting by sanitary tube outside diameter rather than conventional nominal pipe size.

What should I verify before ordering B7RMP-R250150?

Confirm the part number, 2-1/2" main-run tube O.D., 1-1/2" branch tube O.D., 316L stainless steel requirement, fitting dimensions, mating sanitary components, gasket material, and clamp compatibility.

Important Ordering & Installation Notes

  • This listing is for Dixon part number B7RMP-R250150.
  • Product type is a sanitary clamp reducing tee.
  • Main run tube O.D. is 2-1/2".
  • Reduced branch tube O.D. is 1-1/2".
  • Material is 316L stainless steel.
  • Three sanitary clamp connections are provided.
  • Current Dixon literature lists dimension A as 2.84".
  • Current Dixon literature lists dimension B as 2.66".
  • Older Dixon literature lists a 5.688" overall run length.
  • B7RMP-G250150 is the corresponding 304 stainless steel version.
  • Verify sanitary tube O.D. before ordering.
  • Do not confuse sanitary tube O.D. with conventional nominal pipe size.
  • Confirm 316L compatibility with process media and cleaning chemistry.
  • Select compatible 2-1/2" and 1-1/2" gaskets unless specifically included.
  • Select compatible sanitary clamps unless specifically included.
  • Verify gasket material for chemical and temperature compatibility.
  • Inspect all three connection faces before assembly.
  • Do not use damaged or distorted sealing surfaces.
  • Properly support connected piping and equipment.
  • Do not use the fitting or clamps to force misaligned tubing into position.
  • Verify complete system pressure and temperature limitations before operation.
  • Follow applicable sanitary installation, cleaning, inspection, and process requirements.
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