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Leaded Import Chrome Plated Reducing Tee
- SKU:
- C106R
- Availability:
- Usually Ships Same Day
- Weight:
- 0.00 LBS
Description
Leaded Import Chrome Plated Reducing Tee
Leaded Import Chrome Plated Reducing Tees are threaded fittings designed to create a 90-degree branch connection while transitioning between different nominal pipe sizes. The reducing tee configuration allows a main piping run to continue through the fitting while adding a smaller or otherwise reduced branch connection for compatible fixtures, equipment, valves, or additional piping.
This product is identified as a leaded import chrome plated fitting. Manufacturer dimensional and certification documentation is provided below for reference.
Product Highlights
- Chrome plated reducing tee
- Leaded fitting
- Import product
- Three-way threaded configuration
- Provides a reduced branch connection
- Creates a 90-degree branch from the main piping run
- Combines branching and size reduction in one fitting
- Chrome-plated exterior finish
- Suitable for compatible plumbing and mechanical piping applications
- Manufacturer dimensional documentation available
- Manufacturer certification documentation available
Reducing Tee Construction
A reducing tee provides three threaded connection points while allowing one connection to transition to a different nominal pipe size.
The two aligned openings form the main piping run, while the perpendicular branch provides a 90-degree outlet. The reducing configuration combines a branch connection and size transition in one fitting.
The chrome-plated exterior provides a finished appearance for compatible installations where the fitting may remain visible.
Technical Specifications
| Product Type | Reducing Tee |
|---|---|
| Material Status | Leaded |
| Origin | Import |
| Finish | Chrome Plated |
| Connection Type | Threaded |
| Configuration | Three-Way Reducing Tee |
| Branch Angle | 90° |
| Primary Function | Creating a Reduced Branch Connection from a Straight Piping Run |
| Product Documentation | Dimensions and Certification Letter Available |
Why Choose a Chrome Plated Reducing Tee?
Branch & Size Transition
- Creates a 90-degree branch connection
- Connects different nominal pipe sizes
- Combines branching and reduction in one fitting
- Can reduce the number of separate fittings required
- Useful in compact threaded piping layouts
Chrome-Plated Finish
- Provides a finished exterior appearance
- Suitable where exposed fittings are visible
- Useful in plumbing and mechanical installations
- Manufacturer dimensional information available
- Certification documentation provided below
Reducing Tee vs. Standard Tee
Reducing Tee
- Provides three connection points
- Includes a reduced connection size
- Creates a 90-degree branch
- Combines branching and size transition
- Useful where the branch or run changes pipe size
Standard Tee
- Provides three connection points
- Typically uses the same nominal connection size
- Creates a 90-degree branch
- Does not provide an integral size reduction
- May require a separate reducing fitting when pipe sizes differ
Common Applications
Plumbing Applications
- Exposed threaded piping
- Fixture branch connections
- Pipe size transitions
- Utility piping
- Branching plumbing assemblies
Mechanical & General Service
- Mechanical piping installations
- Equipment branch connections
- Valve connections
- Threaded piping assemblies
- Applications where a chrome-plated finish is preferred
Installation & Selection Guidance
- Confirm all required nominal connection sizes before ordering.
- Verify which connection is reduced for the intended piping layout.
- Confirm thread compatibility with all mating piping components.
- Use an appropriate thread sealant suitable for the piping material, media, pressure, and temperature.
- Apply thread sealant according to the sealant manufacturer's instructions.
- Avoid damaging the chrome-plated surface during installation.
- Avoid over-tightening threaded fittings.
- Confirm pressure, temperature, and media compatibility before use.
- Verify that leaded material is permitted for the intended application.
- Installation should comply with applicable piping, plumbing, and project requirements.
Important Material Notice
- This product is identified as leaded.
- Confirm that leaded fittings are permitted for the intended application before installation.
- Do not assume this product meets lead-free potable-water requirements.
- Review the manufacturer certification documentation for applicable material and compliance information.
Important Ordering Notes
- Product is a leaded import chrome plated reducing tee.
- Three-way threaded reducing configuration.
- Designed to create a 90-degree branch connection.
- Provides a transition between different nominal pipe sizes.
- Chrome-plated exterior finish.
- Import product.
- Leaded fitting.
- Confirm all connection sizes before ordering.
- Verify which connection is reduced for the intended installation.
- Confirm thread compatibility with all mating piping components.
- Confirm pressure, temperature, and media compatibility before use.
- Verify that leaded material is permitted for the intended application.
- Refer to the manufacturer dimensional and certification documents for additional product information.
Product Documents
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a reducing tee used for?
A reducing tee is used to create a 90-degree branch connection while transitioning one connection to a different nominal pipe size.
How is a reducing tee different from a standard tee?
A reducing tee incorporates different connection sizes, while a standard tee typically uses the same nominal size across all three connections.
Can a reducing tee replace a standard tee and separate reducer?
In compatible piping layouts, yes. A reducing tee can combine the branch connection and size transition into one fitting.
Is this fitting chrome plated?
Yes. The supplied product information identifies this as a chrome plated fitting.
Is this fitting domestic or import?
The supplied product information identifies this fitting as import.
Is this fitting lead free?
No. The supplied product information identifies this fitting as leaded.
Where can I find fitting dimensions?
Use the Leaded Import Chrome Plated Fitting Dimensions document in the Product Documents section above.
Where can I find certification information?
Use the Leaded Import Chrome Plated Fitting Certification Letter provided in the Product Documents section above.
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