Midland Industries
Lead-Free Brass Reducing Male Elbow MIP x MIP 90° (Forged)
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Description
Lead-Free Brass Reducing Male Elbow MIP x MIP 90° (Forged)
Lead-Free Brass Forged Reducing Male Elbows provide a compact 90-degree threaded transition between two compatible female-threaded components of different nominal pipe sizes. The MIP x MIP reducing configuration features male pipe threads on both ends and combines a size transition with a directional change in one fitting.
Forged lead-free brass construction provides durability and corrosion resistance for compatible potable-water, plumbing, agricultural, construction, industrial, water-transfer, and general fluid-handling applications where lead-free components are required.
Product Highlights
- Lead-free brass construction
- Forged fitting construction
- Reducing male elbow configuration
- Male pipe thread x male pipe thread
- MIP x MIP connection type
- 90° directional change
- Transitions between different threaded pipe sizes
- Compact one-piece threaded fitting
Technical Specifications
| Product Type | Reducing Male Elbow |
|---|---|
| Material | Lead-Free Brass |
| Construction | Forged |
| Connection 1 | Male Pipe Thread (MIP) |
| Connection 2 | Male Pipe Thread (MIP) |
| Connection Configuration | MIP x MIP |
| Angle | 90° |
| Fitting Style | Reducing / Male Elbow |
| Primary Function | Change Direction 90° and Reduce Between Threaded Pipe Sizes |
Construction Details
The fitting features a durable forged lead-free brass body configured as a reducing 90-degree male elbow.
External male pipe threads are provided on both ends of the fitting. The two threaded ends are different nominal sizes, allowing the fitting to connect compatible female-threaded components while reducing the piping size.
The one-piece forged elbow body combines a 90° directional change and a threaded size reduction, helping minimize the number of separate nipples, bushings, or adapters required in compact piping layouts.
Connection Configuration
Larger Male Pipe Thread - MIP
The larger male pipe-thread connection installs into a compatible larger female-threaded fitting, valve, coupling, manifold, adapter, or equipment port.
Smaller Male Pipe Thread - MIP
The smaller male pipe-thread connection installs into a compatible smaller female-threaded component to complete the reducing transition.
How a Reducing Male Elbow Works
A MIP x MIP reducing male elbow provides two external threaded connections positioned at a 90-degree angle while transitioning between different nominal pipe sizes.
Each male threaded end installs into a compatible female-threaded connection. The larger and smaller ends provide the size transition while the elbow body redirects the piping system by 90 degrees.
An appropriate thread-sealing method should be applied to both male pipe-thread connections according to the fitting material, transferred media, and requirements of the piping system.
Connection Reference
| Fitting Style | Connection 1 | Connection 2 | Direction | Function |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Reducing Male Elbow | Male Pipe Thread | Male Pipe Thread | 90° | Reduce & Redirect |
Reducing Male Elbow Design
Male-to-Male Reduction
Both ends provide external male pipe threads, with different nominal sizes to create the required threaded reduction between compatible female-threaded components.
90° Direction Change
The forged elbow body positions the two male-threaded connections at a right angle, combining the size reduction with a 90-degree change in piping direction.
Reducing Male Elbow vs. Standard Male Elbow
Reducing Male Elbow
MIP x MIP - Different Sizes
Provides a 90-degree male-to-male connection while transitioning between two different compatible threaded pipe sizes.
Standard Male Elbow
MIP x MIP - Same Size
Provides a 90-degree connection between compatible female-threaded components while maintaining the same nominal pipe size through both ends.
Common Applications
Plumbing & Water Systems
- Compatible potable-water piping
- Residential plumbing systems
- Commercial plumbing systems
- Water distribution piping
- Threaded pipe size transitions
- Pump and valve connections
Industrial & General Service
- Agricultural piping systems
- Construction applications
- Industrial water systems
- Maintenance and repair installations
- Equipment and manifold connections
- Compatible general fluid-handling systems
Forged Lead-Free Brass Benefits
Forged lead-free brass provides durable metal construction for compatible plumbing and fluid-handling systems where lead-free fitting materials are required.
The reducing MIP x MIP elbow configuration combines two male threaded connections, two different nominal sizes, and a 90° directional change in one compact fitting.
Installation & Selection Considerations
- Confirm both MIP connection sizes before ordering.
- Verify the required reducing configuration and 90° piping direction.
- Use a thread-sealing method suitable for brass fittings and the intended media.
- Avoid excessive tightening that could damage the fitting or mating threads.
- Verify pressure, temperature, media, and lead-free application requirements before installation.
Use the Midland Industries catalog to review lead-free brass fitting information, reducing male-elbow configurations, threaded connection details, dimensional data, and related product information before ordering.
Midland Industries Catalog PDFNeed Help Selecting a Lead-Free Brass Fitting?
Our plumbing, brass fitting, and industrial product specialists can help review your larger and smaller MIP sizes, reducing configuration, 90° male-elbow layout, forged construction, lead-free material requirements, and application before you order.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a Lead-Free Brass Reducing Male Elbow?
It is a 90-degree fitting with male pipe threads on both ends and different nominal connection sizes, allowing it to reduce between compatible female-threaded components.
What does MIP x MIP mean?
MIP x MIP means both ends of the fitting use external male pipe threads.
Why is this a reducing elbow?
The two MIP connections are different nominal sizes, allowing the fitting to provide a threaded size transition while changing direction.
What angle does this fitting provide?
The fitting changes piping direction by 90 degrees.
What connects to the MIP ends?
Each MIP end installs into a compatible female-threaded fitting, valve, coupling, manifold, adapter, or equipment connection of the appropriate size.
What does forged mean?
Forged identifies the construction style of the lead-free brass fitting body.
How is this different from a standard male elbow?
A standard male elbow generally uses the same nominal size on both MIP ends, while a reducing male elbow uses different sizes to provide a size transition.
Should thread sealant be used?
Use a thread-sealing method appropriate for brass pipe-thread connections, the transferred media, and the requirements of the piping system.
Where can I find additional fitting information?
Use the Midland Industries Catalog PDF linked in the Willy section above to review additional lead-free brass fitting information, configurations, dimensional data, and related products.
Important Ordering & Installation Notes
- Connection configuration is MIP x MIP.
- The fitting provides both a 90° directional change and threaded size reduction.
- Confirm both MIP connection sizes before ordering.
- Use an appropriate thread-sealing method and avoid overtightening.
- Verify lead-free, pressure, temperature, media, and application requirements before use.
