Midland Industries
Midland Lead-Free Red Brass Hex Bushing
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Description
Midland Lead-Free Red Brass Hex Bushing
Midland Lead-Free Red Brass Hex Bushings provide a compact threaded solution for reducing between different nominal pipe sizes while maintaining a secure connection in potable water, plumbing, and general industrial systems.
Manufactured from durable lead-free red brass, these bushings offer dependable corrosion resistance and long service life. Female NPT x Male NPT threaded connections allow a smaller threaded component to be adapted to a larger threaded opening, while the hexagonal body provides a positive wrenching surface for installation and removal.
Product Highlights
- Lead-free red brass construction
- Female NPT x Male NPT threaded connections
- Hexagonal wrenching body
- Designed to reduce between different pipe sizes
- Compact one-piece bushing design
- Excellent corrosion resistance
- Precision-machined NPT threads
- Suitable for compatible potable water applications
- Available in multiple reducing size combinations
- Manufactured by Midland Industries
Technical Specifications
| Product Type | Hex Bushing |
|---|---|
| Brand | Midland |
| Material | Lead-Free Red Brass |
| Connection Type | Female NPT x Male NPT |
| Thread Type | NPT |
| Body Style | Hexagonal |
| Configuration | Reducing |
| Available Sizes | Multiple Reducing Size Combinations |
| Primary Function | Reducing Between Different Threaded Pipe Sizes |
| Typical Applications | Potable Water, Plumbing, Mechanical, Industrial, and General Fluid Handling Systems |
Hex Bushing Configuration
Male NPT Connection
The exterior male NPT thread installs into a compatible larger female threaded pipe, fitting, valve, manifold, or equipment connection.
Hex Wrenching Body
The hexagonal center section provides a positive wrenching surface for controlled installation, tightening, and removal using standard hand tools.
Female NPT Connection
The internal female NPT thread accepts a compatible smaller male-threaded pipe, nipple, fitting, valve, or equipment connection.
Construction Details
Midland Lead-Free Red Brass Hex Bushings are manufactured from lead-free red brass for dependable strength and corrosion resistance in compatible plumbing and fluid handling applications.
Precision-machined male and female NPT threads provide consistent engagement with compatible threaded components when installed using accepted piping practices.
The compact one-piece reducing design allows a direct transition between different nominal pipe sizes without requiring a separate adapter or multiple fittings.
Why Use a Hex Bushing?
Compact Size Reduction
- Reduces between different nominal pipe sizes
- Installs directly into a larger female threaded opening
- Accepts a smaller male-threaded component
- Reduces the number of separate fittings required
- Useful for equipment and piping modifications
Lead-Free Red Brass
- Excellent corrosion resistance
- Durable threaded construction
- Suitable for compatible potable water systems
- Dependable mechanical strength
- Designed for long-term service
NPT Threaded Connections
Male NPT x Female NPT
The bushing combines an external male NPT connection with an internal female NPT connection to create a direct threaded size transition.
Thread Sealing
Use an appropriate thread sealant or PTFE tape on NPT threaded connections according to the system media, piping material, and installation requirements.
Typical Applications
Potable Water & Plumbing
- Potable water systems
- Residential plumbing
- Commercial plumbing
- Water distribution systems
- Threaded size transitions
Industrial & General Service
- Industrial piping systems
- Mechanical equipment connections
- Utility piping
- Maintenance and repair
- Compatible fluid handling systems
Size Selection
Midland Lead-Free Red Brass Hex Bushings are available in multiple reducing size combinations.
Confirm both the larger male NPT size and smaller female NPT size before ordering. Verify that each mating component matches the corresponding thread size and connection type of the selected bushing.
Our pipe and fitting specialists can help review your larger and smaller pipe sizes, male and female NPT connection requirements, potable water application, system media, pressure, temperature, and material compatibility before you order.
Email the GetPipe.com Team Visit Quick SupportFrequently Asked Questions
What is a hex bushing used for?
A hex bushing is used to reduce between two different nominal threaded pipe sizes within a compact fitting.
What material is this bushing made from?
The fitting is manufactured from lead-free red brass.
What type of connections does it use?
It uses a male NPT connection on the outside and a female NPT connection on the inside.
Why is the body hex-shaped?
The hexagonal body provides a positive wrenching surface for installation and removal.
Does this bushing reduce pipe size?
Yes. It allows a smaller male-threaded component to connect through a larger female-threaded opening.
Is this fitting suitable for potable water?
The supplied product information identifies lead-free red brass construction suitable for compatible potable water applications.
Why use red brass?
Red brass provides dependable mechanical strength and corrosion resistance in compatible plumbing and fluid handling applications.
Should thread sealant be used?
Use an appropriate thread sealant or PTFE tape on NPT threaded connections according to the application requirements.
Are multiple reducing sizes available?
Yes. Midland Lead-Free Red Brass Hex Bushings are available in multiple reducing size combinations.
What should I verify before ordering?
Confirm the larger male NPT size, smaller female NPT size, system pressure, temperature, potable water requirements, media compatibility, and installation requirements.
Important Ordering & Installation Notes
- This listing is for Midland Lead-Free Red Brass Hex Bushings.
- Verify both the larger and smaller nominal pipe sizes before ordering.
- The bushing uses a male NPT x female NPT reducing configuration.
- Confirm each mating component uses a compatible thread size and connection type.
- Use an appropriate thread sealant or PTFE tape where required.
- Use the hexagonal body as the primary wrenching surface.
- Avoid excessive tightening that could damage the bushing or mating threads.
- Verify lead-free red brass 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.
- Inspect all threaded connections for damage or contamination before assembly.
- Support connected piping or equipment to avoid excessive mechanical loading.
- Check completed connections for leakage before placing the system into service.
- Install according to accepted piping practices and applicable plumbing requirements.
- Follow Midland manufacturer recommendations for complete installation and operating requirements.
