Midland Industries
Midland Lead-Free Bronze Reducing Elbow
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Description
Midland Lead-Free Bronze Reducing Elbow
Midland Lead-Free Bronze Reducing Elbows provide a compact 90° directional change while transitioning between two different nominal pipe sizes in potable water, plumbing, commercial, industrial, and marine piping systems.
Manufactured from durable lead-free bronze, these fittings provide excellent corrosion resistance, dependable mechanical strength, and long service life. Precision-machined female NPT threaded connections on both ends allow compatible male-threaded piping components of different sizes to be joined within a single reducing elbow.
Product Highlights
- Lead-free bronze construction
- 90° reducing elbow configuration
- Female NPT x Female NPT threaded connections
- Connects two different nominal pipe sizes
- Combines direction change and size reduction in one fitting
- Precision-machined NPT threads
- Excellent corrosion resistance
- Suitable for compatible potable water applications
- Suitable for plumbing, commercial, industrial, and marine piping systems
- Manufactured by Midland Industries
Technical Specifications
| Product Type | Reducing Elbow |
|---|---|
| Brand | Midland |
| Material | Lead-Free Bronze |
| Connection Type | Female NPT x Female NPT |
| Thread Type | NPT |
| Angle | 90° |
| Configuration | Reducing Elbow |
| Primary Function | Changing Piping Direction by 90° While Transitioning Between Two Pipe Sizes |
| Potable Water Use | Suitable for Compatible Potable Water Applications |
| Typical Applications | Potable Water, Plumbing, Commercial, Industrial, Marine, Mechanical, and General Fluid Handling Systems |
Reducing Elbow Configuration
Larger Female NPT Connection
The larger opening accepts a compatible male-threaded pipe, nipple, fitting, valve, or equipment connection.
90° Reducing Body
The elbow redirects the piping system by 90 degrees while transitioning from one nominal pipe size to another within the same fitting.
Smaller Female NPT Connection
The reduced opening accepts a compatible male-threaded piping component of the corresponding smaller nominal size.
Construction Details
Midland Lead-Free Bronze Reducing Elbows are manufactured from premium lead-free bronze to provide dependable mechanical strength, excellent corrosion resistance, and long-term performance in demanding threaded piping systems.
Precision-machined female NPT threads on both ends provide consistent engagement with compatible male-threaded components when installed using accepted piping practices.
The compact reducing elbow design combines a 90-degree directional change and pipe-size transition within one fitting, helping reduce the number of separate adapters and elbows required in the piping layout.
Why Choose a Lead-Free Bronze Reducing Elbow?
Turn & Reduce in One Fitting
- Changes piping direction by 90°
- Transitions between different nominal pipe sizes
- Reduces the need for separate reducing fittings
- Helps simplify compact piping layouts
- Useful for new installations and repairs
Lead-Free Bronze Construction
- Excellent corrosion resistance
- Dependable mechanical strength
- Suitable for compatible potable water systems
- Useful in commercial and marine environments
- Designed for long-term threaded service
NPT Threaded Connections
Female NPT x Female NPT
Both ends use female NPT threads, with different nominal pipe sizes to create the reducing transition.
Thread Sealing
Use an appropriate thread sealant or PTFE tape on mating male NPT connections according to the piping material, system media, and installation requirements.
Typical Applications
Potable Water & Plumbing
- Potable water systems
- Residential plumbing
- Commercial plumbing
- Water distribution systems
- Reduced branch or directional connections
Industrial & Marine
- Industrial piping systems
- Marine piping applications
- Mechanical equipment
- Utility piping
- Compatible general fluid handling systems
Size Selection
Midland Lead-Free Bronze Reducing Elbows are available in multiple reducing size combinations.
Confirm both female NPT connection sizes before ordering and verify the orientation of the larger and smaller piping connections within the intended 90-degree layout.
Our pipe and fitting specialists can help review your larger and smaller pipe sizes, female NPT connections, 90° piping layout, potable water application, system media, pressure, temperature, and material compatibility before you order.
Email the GetPipe.com Team Visit Quick SupportFrequently Asked Questions
What material is this reducing elbow made from?
It is manufactured from lead-free bronze.
What type of connections does it use?
It uses female NPT threaded connections on both ends.
What is a reducing elbow used for?
A reducing elbow changes piping direction by 90 degrees while connecting two different nominal pipe sizes.
Are both ends the same size?
No. The two female NPT openings are different nominal sizes to provide the reducing transition.
Is this suitable for potable water?
The supplied product information identifies lead-free bronze construction suitable for compatible potable water applications.
Why use a reducing elbow instead of separate fittings?
A reducing elbow combines the directional change and pipe-size transition in one fitting, helping simplify the piping layout.
Should thread sealant be used?
Use an appropriate thread sealant or PTFE tape on mating male NPT connections according to the application requirements.
Can this fitting be used in marine piping systems?
The supplied product information identifies marine piping systems among the intended applications.
How do I choose the correct size?
Confirm both required female NPT sizes and make sure the larger and smaller connections match the intended piping components.
What should I verify before ordering?
Confirm both connection sizes, mating male NPT threads, 90-degree layout, potable water requirements, system pressure, temperature, media compatibility, and installation requirements.
Important Ordering & Installation Notes
- This listing is for Midland Lead-Free Bronze Reducing Elbows.
- Both ends use female NPT threaded connections.
- The two connection sizes are different to create a reducing transition.
- Verify both nominal pipe sizes before ordering.
- Confirm the larger and smaller connections are oriented correctly for the intended piping layout.
- Verify both mating components use compatible male NPT threads.
- Use an appropriate thread sealant or PTFE tape on threaded connections.
- 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 elbow or mating threads.
- Orient and align the elbow correctly before final tightening.
- Support connected piping to prevent excessive mechanical loading.
- Check completed connections for leakage before placing the system into service.
- Install according to applicable plumbing requirements and Midland manufacturer recommendations.
