Midland Industries
Midland 1/2" Lead-Free Bronze Extension
- SKU:
- 44621LF
- Availability:
- Allow 2-3 Days to Ship
- Weight:
- 0.35 LBS
Description
Midland 1/2" Lead-Free Bronze Extension Piece
Midland 1/2" Lead-Free Bronze Extension Pieces provide a compact threaded solution for extending or repositioning compatible piping connections in potable water, plumbing, commercial, and industrial systems.
Manufactured from premium lead-free bronze, this fitting combines dependable mechanical strength with excellent corrosion resistance. A 1/2" male NPT connection on one end and a 1/2" female NPT connection on the other allow an existing threaded connection to be extended while maintaining the same nominal pipe size.
Product Highlights
- 1/2" threaded extension piece
- Lead-free bronze construction
- Male NPT x Female NPT connection
- Extends an existing threaded piping connection
- Maintains 1/2" nominal pipe size
- Precision-machined NPT threads
- Excellent corrosion resistance
- Suitable for compatible potable water applications
- Compact one-piece design
- Manufactured by Midland Industries
Technical Specifications
| Product Type | Threaded Extension Piece |
|---|---|
| Brand | Midland |
| Nominal Size | 1/2" |
| Material | Lead-Free Bronze |
| Connection Type | Male NPT x Female NPT |
| Thread Type | NPT |
| Configuration | Straight Extension |
| Primary Function | Extending or Repositioning a 1/2" Threaded Connection |
| Potable Water Use | Suitable for Compatible Potable Water Applications |
| Typical Applications | Potable Water, Plumbing, Commercial, Industrial, Mechanical, and General Fluid Handling Systems |
Extension Piece Configuration
1/2" Male NPT Connection
The male NPT end installs into a compatible 1/2" female-threaded pipe, fitting, valve, manifold, or equipment connection.
Straight Extension Body
The center body extends the threaded connection outward while maintaining the same 1/2" nominal pipe size.
1/2" Female NPT Connection
The female NPT end accepts a compatible 1/2" male-threaded pipe, nipple, fitting, valve, or equipment connection.
Construction Details
Midland 1/2" Lead-Free Bronze Extension Pieces are manufactured from high-quality lead-free bronze to provide dependable strength, corrosion resistance, and long service life in compatible threaded piping systems.
Precision-machined male and female NPT threads provide consistent engagement with compatible components and help create secure threaded connections when installed using accepted piping practices.
The compact straight-body design allows an existing threaded connection to be extended or repositioned without changing the nominal pipe size.
Why Use a Threaded Extension Piece?
Extend Existing Connections
- Moves a threaded connection outward
- Maintains the same 1/2" pipe size
- Useful where additional reach is required
- Helps accommodate equipment or fixture positioning
- Useful for repairs and system modifications
Lead-Free Bronze Construction
- Excellent corrosion resistance
- Dependable mechanical strength
- Suitable for compatible potable water systems
- Designed for long-term threaded service
- Useful in commercial and industrial applications
NPT Threaded Connections
1/2" MPT x 1/2" FPT
The extension piece combines a 1/2" male NPT connection with a 1/2" female NPT connection to extend a threaded piping connection without changing pipe size.
Thread Sealing
Use an appropriate thread sealant or PTFE tape on NPT threaded connections according to the piping material, system media, and installation requirements.
Typical Applications
Potable Water & Plumbing
- Potable water systems
- Residential plumbing
- Commercial plumbing
- Fixture connections
- Water distribution systems
Industrial & Mechanical
- Industrial piping systems
- Mechanical equipment connections
- Valve extensions
- Maintenance and repair
- Compatible general fluid handling systems
Size Selection
This listing is specifically for a 1/2" Midland Lead-Free Bronze Extension Piece.
Confirm that the existing connection uses a compatible 1/2" female NPT thread and that the component being attached uses a compatible 1/2" male NPT thread before ordering.
Our pipe and fitting specialists can help review your 1/2" male and female NPT connections, required extension, potable water application, system media, pressure, temperature, and material compatibility before you order.
Email the GetPipe.com Team Visit Quick SupportFrequently Asked Questions
What size is this extension piece?
This listing is for a 1/2" threaded extension piece.
What material is it made from?
It is manufactured from lead-free bronze.
What type of connections does it use?
It uses one 1/2" male NPT connection and one 1/2" female NPT connection.
What does an extension piece do?
An extension piece moves an existing threaded connection outward while maintaining the same nominal pipe size.
Does this fitting reduce or increase pipe size?
No. Both connections are 1/2", so the fitting extends the connection without changing nominal pipe size.
Is this suitable for potable water?
The supplied product information identifies lead-free bronze construction suitable for compatible potable water applications.
Why choose bronze?
Bronze provides dependable mechanical strength and excellent corrosion resistance in compatible plumbing and fluid handling systems.
Should thread sealant be used?
Use an appropriate thread sealant or PTFE tape on NPT threaded connections according to the application requirements.
Where is an extension piece useful?
It can be useful for fixture connections, valves, equipment, repairs, retrofits, and situations where an existing threaded connection needs additional reach.
What should I verify before ordering?
Confirm the 1/2" male and female NPT connection requirements, required extension, system pressure, temperature, potable water requirements, media compatibility, and installation conditions.
Important Ordering & Installation Notes
- This listing is for a Midland 1/2" Lead-Free Bronze Extension Piece.
- The fitting uses a 1/2" male NPT x 1/2" female NPT configuration.
- The fitting extends the connection without changing nominal pipe size.
- Verify both mating components use compatible NPT threads.
- Use an appropriate thread sealant or PTFE tape where required.
- Verify lead-free bronze is suitable for the intended potable water or fluid handling application.
- Confirm pressure and temperature requirements before installation.
- Verify media compatibility before placing the fitting into service.
- Avoid excessive tightening that could damage the fitting or mating threads.
- Use appropriate wrenching surfaces during installation.
- Inspect all threaded connections for damage or contamination before assembly.
- Support connected piping or equipment to prevent excessive mechanical loading.
- Check completed connections for leakage before placing the system into service.
- Pipe, valves, fittings, and other components are sold separately unless otherwise specified.
- Install according to applicable plumbing requirements and Midland manufacturer recommendations.
