Description
Midland Aluminum Tees
Midland Aluminum Tees provide a lightweight, corrosion-resistant solution for creating 90° branch connections in compatible threaded piping systems.
Manufactured from durable aluminum, these three-port fittings allow fluid or air to be distributed, combined, or redirected while maintaining secure threaded connections. Precision-machined female NPT threads on all three openings provide straightforward installation in industrial, pneumatic, compressed air, utility, and general-purpose piping applications.
Product Highlights
- Three-way threaded tee fitting
- Female NPT x Female NPT x Female NPT connections
- 90° branch outlet configuration
- Lightweight aluminum construction
- Precision-machined NPT threads
- Corrosion-resistant material
- Available in multiple nominal pipe sizes
- Compact one-piece tee body
- Suitable for industrial, pneumatic, compressed air, and utility piping systems
- Manufactured by Midland Industries
Technical Specifications
| Product Type | Threaded Tee |
|---|---|
| Brand | Midland |
| Material | Aluminum |
| Connection Type | Female NPT x Female NPT x Female NPT |
| Thread Type | NPT |
| Branch Angle | 90° |
| Configuration | Three-Way Tee |
| Available Sizes | Multiple Nominal Pipe Sizes |
| Primary Function | Creating a 90° Branch Connection in Threaded Piping Systems |
| Typical Applications | Industrial, Pneumatic, Compressed Air, Utility, Mechanical, and General-Purpose Piping Systems |
Tee Configuration
Female NPT Run Connection
One end features a precision-machined female NPT connection for installation with a compatible male-threaded pipe, nipple, fitting, valve, or equipment connection.
90° Branch Connection
The center opening creates a 90-degree branch from the main piping run and accepts another compatible male NPT threaded component.
Female NPT Run Connection
The opposite opening continues the main piping run with another female NPT connection for a compatible male-threaded component.
Construction Details
Midland Aluminum Tees are manufactured from durable aluminum to provide dependable strength and corrosion resistance while minimizing overall system weight.
Precision-machined female NPT threads on all three openings promote secure engagement with compatible threaded pipe and fittings when installed using accepted piping practices.
The compact one-piece tee body provides a straightforward way to introduce a branch connection into a threaded piping system without requiring additional adapters.
Why Choose an Aluminum Tee?
Lightweight Branch Connection
- Creates a 90° branch from a main piping run
- Connects three compatible threaded components
- Helps reduce overall system weight
- Compact one-piece fitting design
- Useful for new installations, repairs, and system modifications
Aluminum Construction
- Lightweight compared with many steel alternatives
- Corrosion-resistant material
- Easy handling during installation
- Suitable for compatible industrial environments
- Designed for dependable threaded service
NPT Threaded Connections
Female NPT x Female NPT x Female NPT
All three openings use female NPT threads for connection to compatible male NPT pipe, nipples, fittings, valves, or equipment connections.
Thread Sealing
Use an approved thread sealant or PTFE tape on all mating male NPT connections according to the piping material, system media, and installation requirements.
Typical Applications
Pneumatic & Utility
- Compressed air systems
- Pneumatic piping
- Utility piping
- Branch-line installations
- Equipment connections
Industrial & General Service
- Industrial piping systems
- Mechanical systems
- Fluid distribution piping
- Maintenance and repair
- Compatible general-purpose piping applications
Size Selection
Midland Aluminum Tees are available in multiple nominal pipe sizes.
Confirm the required nominal pipe size and verify that all three mating components use compatible male NPT threads before ordering.
Our pipe and fitting specialists can help review your nominal pipe size, three female NPT connections, branch-line layout, system media, pressure, temperature, and material compatibility before you order.
Email the GetPipe.com Team Visit Quick SupportFrequently Asked Questions
What material are these tees made from?
The fittings are manufactured from aluminum.
What type of connections do they use?
They use female NPT threaded connections on all three openings.
What is a tee fitting used for?
A tee fitting creates a 90-degree branch from a main piping run and allows three compatible threaded components to be connected.
Are multiple sizes available?
Yes. Midland Aluminum Tees are available in multiple nominal pipe sizes.
Why choose aluminum?
Aluminum provides a lightweight, corrosion-resistant option for compatible threaded piping systems.
Can these tees be used with compressed air?
The supplied product information identifies pneumatic and compressed air systems among the intended applications.
Should thread sealant be used?
Use an approved thread sealant or PTFE tape on all mating NPT connections according to the application requirements.
Does the tee change pipe size?
The supplied information describes standard aluminum tees. Confirm the selected size configuration before ordering.
Can aluminum be connected to dissimilar metals?
It may be used with compatible materials, but galvanic compatibility should be considered when aluminum is connected to dissimilar metals.
What should I verify before ordering?
Confirm the nominal pipe size, mating male NPT threads, required branch configuration, system pressure, temperature, media compatibility, and installation requirements.
Important Ordering & Installation Notes
- This listing is for Midland Aluminum Tees.
- Available in multiple nominal pipe sizes.
- All three openings use female NPT threaded connections.
- Verify all mating components use compatible male NPT threads.
- Confirm the 90° branch configuration matches the required piping layout.
- Use an approved thread sealant or PTFE tape on all threaded connections.
- Verify aluminum is suitable for the intended media and operating environment.
- Confirm pressure and temperature requirements before installation.
- Consider galvanic compatibility when aluminum is connected to dissimilar metals.
- Avoid excessive tightening that could damage the tee or mating threads.
- Support connected piping to avoid excessive mechanical loading on the fitting.
- Inspect all threaded connections for damage or contamination before assembly.
- Check completed connections for leakage before placing the system into service.
- Pipe, nipples, valves, and additional fittings are sold separately unless otherwise specified.
- Install according to accepted piping practices and Midland manufacturer recommendations.
