Name: Carbon Press Equal Tees
Brand: Merit Brass
SKU: MBCPET
Availability: InStock

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CarbonPress® Carbon Steel Press Equal Tee

CarbonPress® Carbon Steel Press Equal Tees provide a three-way branch connection with the same nominal pipe size through the run and branch. The equal tee configuration allows a carbon steel press piping system to continue through the main line while creating a 90° branch of equal size.

CarbonPress® is a 1/2" through 2" carbon steel press fitting system suitable for use with black iron, epoxy-coated, and galvanized Schedule 10 through Schedule 40 carbon steel pipe. When pressed, an internal grab ring grips the outside diameter of the pipe while an elastomeric sealing element creates a leak-tight seal.

CarbonPress® fittings can be installed using Milwaukee or RIDGID press tools with the associated jaws or rings designed for carbon steel applications.

Product TypeEqual Tee

Product Highlights

Carbon steel press equal tee
Three-way branch fitting
Same nominal size through the run and branch
Creates a 90° branch from the main piping run
Press connections on all three ends
Part of the CarbonPress® carbon steel press fitting system
Designed for 1/2" through 2" piping systems
Suitable for black iron, epoxy-coated, and galvanized carbon steel pipe
Compatible with Schedule 10 through Schedule 40 carbon steel pipe
Grab ring mechanically secures the fitting to the pipe after pressing
Elastomeric sealing element provides a leak-tight seal
Leak Before Press (LBP) Technology
EPDM and HNBR sealing options
Compatible with Milwaukee or RIDGID press tools and associated carbon steel jaws/rings
15-year limited warranty

CarbonPress® Connection Technology

When the fitting is pressed, a grab ring deforms and its sharp edges grip the outside diameter of the pipe, securing the fitting axially and helping prevent movement.

At the same time, an elastomeric sealing element impinges on the pipe to create a leak-tight connection.

Equal Tee Design

The equal tee provides three same-size press connection points. The main run continues straight through the fitting while the third connection creates a 90° branch of the same nominal pipe size.

Leak Before Press Technology

CarbonPress® fittings incorporate Leak Before Press (LBP) Technology, helping identify connections that have not been properly pressed during system testing.

Technical Specifications

Product Type	Equal Tee
System	CarbonPress®
Connection Type	Press x Press x Press
Configuration	Three-Way Equal Tee
Branch Angle	90°
Size Configuration	Equal Run and Branch Sizes
System Size Range	1/2" - 2"
Compatible Pipe	Black Iron, Epoxy-Coated & Galvanized Carbon Steel Pipe
Compatible Pipe Schedules	Schedule 10 - Schedule 40
Sealing Options	EPDM or HNBR
EPDM Temperature Range	-40°F to 300°F (-40°C to 148°C)
HNBR Temperature Range	-40°F to 200°F (-40°C to 93°C)
Press Technology	Leak Before Press (LBP)
Compatible Tool Brands	Milwaukee & RIDGID
EPDM Certification	IAPMO Z 1117
HNBR Certification	IAPMO/ANSI LC 4 / CSA 6.32
Warranty	15-Year Limited Warranty

EPDM & HNBR Seal Options

EPDM: -40°F to 300°F (-40°C to 148°C)
HNBR: -40°F to 200°F (-40°C to 93°C)

Select the sealing element appropriate for the intended system and application.

Pipe Compatibility

CarbonPress® is suitable for use with:

Black iron carbon steel pipe
Epoxy-coated carbon steel pipe
Galvanized carbon steel pipe
Schedule 10 through Schedule 40 pipe
Pipe sizes within the 1/2" through 2" CarbonPress® system

Press Tool Compatibility

CarbonPress® fittings can be pressed using Milwaukee or RIDGID tools with the associated jaws or rings intended for carbon steel press applications.

Applications

Press technology has a multi-decade history of successful use in applications including:

Hydronic heating systems
Fire sprinkler systems
Fluid conveyance
Gas conveyance
Oil systems
Low-pressure steam

Seal selection and system requirements should be verified for the specific application.

Certifications & Warranty

EPDM: IAPMO Z 1117
HNBR: IAPMO/ANSI LC 4 / CSA 6.32
Warranty: 15-Year Limited Warranty

Selection & Application Guidance

Select the tee size to match the nominal size of the main run and branch pipe.
Verify all connected pipe is within the supported Schedule 10 through Schedule 40 range.
Confirm whether EPDM or HNBR is appropriate for the intended application.
Verify temperature and media compatibility before installation.
Use compatible Milwaukee or RIDGID press tools with the appropriate carbon steel jaws or rings.
Follow the applicable CarbonPress® installation requirements when preparing and pressing each connection.

Important Ordering Notes

CarbonPress® carbon steel press equal tee.
Same nominal size through the run and branch.
Press connections on all three ends.
Creates a 90° branch from the main piping run.
Designed for the 1/2" through 2" CarbonPress® system.
Suitable for black iron, epoxy-coated, and galvanized pipe.
Compatible with Schedule 10 through Schedule 40 carbon steel pipe.
EPDM and HNBR sealing options have different temperature ratings and certifications.
Leak Before Press (LBP) Technology.
15-year limited warranty.
Confirm nominal pipe size, pipe schedule, seal material, and application requirements before ordering.