Midland Industries
Chrome Plated Bushing Brass Fitting
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Description
Chrome Plated Bushing Brass Fitting
Chrome Plated Bushing Brass Fittings are designed to reduce the size of a threaded piping connection by adapting a larger male-threaded connection to a smaller female-threaded connection. The compact bushing configuration makes it possible to transition between different pipe sizes without adding a separate coupling and nipple assembly.
The brass body provides durable fitting construction, while the chrome-plated exterior creates a smooth, clean finished appearance for exposed plumbing, pneumatic, and compatible fluid-handling installations.
Product Highlights
- Brass fitting construction
- Chrome-plated exterior finish
- Threaded reducing bushing configuration
- Male thread x female thread connection
- Adapts a larger threaded opening to a smaller threaded component
- Compact one-piece reducing design
- Clean appearance for exposed piping installations
Technical Specifications
| Product Type | Reducing Bushing |
|---|---|
| Material | Brass |
| Finish | Chrome Plated |
| Configuration | Reducing Bushing |
| Connection Style | Male Thread x Female Thread |
| Connection Method | Threaded |
| Primary Function | Reduce a Threaded Connection to a Smaller Size |
Construction Details
The Chrome Plated Bushing Brass Fitting features a compact brass body with external male threads and an internally threaded opening.
The larger male-threaded portion installs into a compatible female-threaded fitting, valve, manifold, or equipment connection. The smaller female-threaded opening then accepts a compatible male-threaded pipe, nipple, gauge, valve, or accessory.
This arrangement provides a simple threaded size transition in one fitting, while the chrome-plated exterior provides a smooth finished appearance for exposed installations.
How a Reducing Bushing Works
Larger Male Connection
The external male-threaded portion installs into the larger compatible female-threaded opening in the piping system.
Smaller Female Connection
The internal female-threaded opening accepts the smaller compatible male-threaded pipe or component, completing the reduction between connection sizes.
Chrome-Plated Finish
Clean Finished Appearance
The chrome-plated exterior provides a smooth, finished appearance that works well with exposed plumbing components and visible piping installations.
Brass Fitting Body
The underlying brass body provides durable construction for compatible plumbing, pneumatic, maintenance, and fluid-handling applications.
Bushing vs. Reducing Coupling
Reducing Bushing
Male x Female
A reducing bushing threads directly into a larger female connection and provides a smaller female-threaded opening.
Reducing Coupling
Female x Female
A reducing coupling typically connects two male-threaded components of different nominal sizes using female threads on both ends.
Common Applications
Plumbing Applications
- Threaded pipe size reductions
- Exposed plumbing installations
- Fixture connections
- Valve connections
- Residential plumbing
- Commercial plumbing
General Piping Applications
- Pneumatic systems
- Gauge connections
- Equipment connections
- Maintenance and repair
- Compact piping assemblies
- Compatible fluid-handling systems
Selecting the Correct Chrome Plated Bushing
| Selection Point | What to Confirm |
|---|---|
| Large Connection Size | Confirm the external male thread matches the larger female-threaded opening. |
| Reduced Connection Size | Confirm the internal female thread matches the smaller male-threaded component. |
| Thread Compatibility | Verify both sides use compatible pipe thread types and sizes. |
| Finish | Confirm a chrome-plated exterior is appropriate for the installation. |
| Application | Verify material, pressure, temperature, media, and complete system compatibility before installation. |
Installation & Selection Considerations
- Confirm both the larger male thread size and smaller female thread size before ordering.
- Inspect both mating connections for thread damage, contamination, or debris before assembly.
- Use a thread-sealing method appropriate for the brass fitting and intended media.
- Protect the chrome-plated surface from tools that could scratch or damage the finish.
- Verify pressure, temperature, media, and complete system compatibility before use.
Our pipe and fitting specialists can help review your bushing sizes, male and female threaded connections, chrome-plated finish, and piping application before you order.
Email the GetPipe.com Team Visit Quick SupportFrequently Asked Questions
What is a Chrome Plated Bushing Brass Fitting?
It is a threaded reducing fitting with an external male connection and a smaller internal female connection used to adapt between different pipe sizes.
What is the purpose of a reducing bushing?
A reducing bushing allows a larger threaded opening to accept a smaller threaded pipe, nipple, valve, gauge, or other compatible component.
Which side of the bushing is male?
The larger outside connection is typically the male-threaded side, while the smaller opening through the center provides the female-threaded connection.
What is the difference between a bushing and a reducing coupling?
A reducing bushing typically provides male x female threads, while a reducing coupling generally provides female-threaded connections on both ends.
Why use a chrome-plated brass bushing?
The chrome-plated exterior provides a clean finished appearance that complements other chrome-plated fittings and exposed piping components.
Should thread sealant be used?
Use a thread-sealing method appropriate for the brass fitting, mating components, transferred media, and piping-system requirements.
How should the chrome finish be protected during installation?
Use appropriate installation tools and techniques to help prevent scratching, gouging, or otherwise damaging the visible chrome-plated surface.
What should I confirm before ordering?
Confirm both nominal connection sizes, male and female thread compatibility, chrome-plated finish, and the requirements of the intended piping application.
Important Ordering & Installation Notes
- Chrome-plated brass reducing bushing fitting.
- Designed to reduce a larger threaded connection to a smaller threaded connection.
- Confirm both fitting sizes and thread compatibility before ordering.
- Protect the chrome-plated finish during installation.
- Verify pressure, temperature, media, and complete system compatibility before use.
