Midland Industries
Midland Red Brass Hex Bushing
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Description
Midland Red Brass Hex Bushing
Midland Red Brass Hex Bushings provide a dependable solution for reducing pipe thread sizes in plumbing, commercial, and industrial piping systems.
Manufactured from durable red brass, these threaded bushings offer excellent corrosion resistance, long service life, and reliable performance. The female NPT x male NPT configuration allows a smaller threaded connection to be adapted from a larger female threaded opening, while the hex body provides a positive wrenching surface for installation.
Product Highlights
- Durable red brass construction
- Female NPT x Male NPT threaded configuration
- Designed to reduce between compatible pipe thread sizes
- Hex body for secure wrench engagement
- Excellent corrosion resistance
- Precision-machined NPT threads
- Suitable for water, oil, air, and other compatible media
- Compact reducing adapter design
- Available in multiple reducing size combinations
- Suitable for plumbing, commercial, and industrial piping systems
Technical Specifications
| Product Type | Hex Reducing Bushing |
|---|---|
| Brand | Midland |
| Material | Red Brass |
| Connection Type | Female NPT x Male NPT |
| Thread Type | NPT |
| Body Style | Hex Bushing |
| Configuration | Reducing |
| Available Sizes | Multiple Reducing Size Combinations |
| Primary Function | Reducing Between Compatible Threaded Pipe Sizes |
| Typical Applications | Plumbing, Commercial, Industrial, Water, Oil, Air, and General-Purpose Piping Systems |
Hex Bushing Configuration
Female NPT Connection
The internal female NPT connection accepts a compatible smaller male-threaded pipe, nipple, fitting, valve, or equipment connection.
Hex Wrenching Surface
The hexagonal exterior provides a positive wrenching surface for controlled installation, tightening, inspection, and removal.
Male NPT Connection
The external male NPT thread installs into a compatible larger female threaded opening, allowing the piping system to transition to a smaller connection size.
Construction Details
Midland Red Brass Hex Bushings are manufactured from high-quality red brass for dependable strength, corrosion resistance, and long service life in compatible piping systems.
Precision-cut male and female NPT threads help provide secure engagement with compatible threaded components when installed using accepted piping practices.
The hexagonal exterior provides a positive grip for standard hand tools and simplifies installation in compact threaded piping assemblies.
How a Reducing Bushing Works
Larger Male Connection
The male threaded exterior installs into the larger female NPT opening in the piping system.
Smaller Female Connection
The internal female thread accepts the smaller male NPT component, creating a compact reduction between two nominal pipe sizes.
Why Choose Red Brass?
Corrosion Resistance
- Durable red brass construction
- Excellent resistance to corrosion in compatible service
- Suitable for many plumbing and industrial applications
- Useful with water, oil, air, and compatible media
- Designed for dependable long-term use
Compact Thread Reduction
- Reduces pipe size without a long adapter assembly
- Male and female threads integrated into one fitting
- Useful where installation space is limited
- Available in multiple reducing combinations
- Hex body simplifies installation and removal
NPT Threaded Connections
Female NPT x Male NPT
The bushing combines an internal female NPT thread with an external male NPT thread to reduce between compatible nominal pipe sizes.
Thread Sealing
Use an appropriate thread sealant or PTFE tape on NPT connections according to the piping material, media, and installation requirements.
Typical Applications
Plumbing & Utility
- Threaded plumbing systems
- Water piping
- Utility piping
- Equipment connections
- Repair and retrofit applications
Industrial & General Service
- Compressed air systems
- Oil service
- Industrial piping
- Mechanical equipment
- Compatible general-purpose fluids
Size Selection
Midland Red Brass Hex Bushings are available in multiple reducing size combinations.
Confirm both the larger male NPT size and the smaller female NPT size before ordering. Both thread sizes must match the mating components in the piping system.
Our pipe and fitting specialists can help review your larger and smaller NPT sizes, male and female connection requirements, system media, pressure, temperature, and material compatibility before you order.
Email the GetPipe.com Team Visit Quick SupportFrequently Asked Questions
What material is this bushing made from?
The fitting is manufactured from red brass.
What is a hex bushing used for?
A hex bushing is used to reduce from a larger female threaded opening to a smaller compatible male-threaded pipe or fitting.
What type of connections does it use?
It combines a female NPT connection with a male NPT connection.
Which side is the larger connection?
In a typical reducing hex bushing, the external male NPT thread installs into the larger female opening, while the internal female NPT thread accepts the smaller male component.
Why does the fitting have a hex body?
The hexagonal exterior provides a wrenching surface for controlled installation and removal.
Are multiple reducing sizes available?
Yes. These Midland red brass hex bushings are available in multiple reducing size combinations.
What media can this fitting be used with?
The supplied product information identifies water, oil, air, and other compatible media. Application compatibility should always be verified before installation.
Should thread sealant be used?
Use an appropriate thread sealant or PTFE tape on NPT threaded connections according to the system requirements.
What are these bushings commonly used for?
Typical uses include plumbing, equipment connections, utility piping, compressed air, industrial piping, and applications requiring a compact threaded size reduction.
What should I verify before ordering?
Confirm both nominal pipe sizes, male and female NPT thread requirements, pressure, temperature, media compatibility, and installation space.
Important Ordering & Installation Notes
- This listing is for Midland Red Brass Hex Bushings.
- Verify both reducing connection sizes before ordering.
- The fitting uses female NPT x male NPT threaded connections.
- Confirm the external male thread matches the larger female opening.
- Confirm the internal female thread matches the smaller male component.
- Use an appropriate thread sealant or PTFE tape on NPT threaded connections.
- Verify red brass is compatible with the intended media and operating environment.
- Confirm pressure and temperature requirements before installation.
- Use the hex body as the primary wrenching surface.
- Avoid excessive tightening that could damage the bushing or mating threads.
- Inspect male and female threads for damage before assembly.
- Support connected piping to avoid excessive mechanical loading.
- Check completed connections for leakage before placing the system into service.
- Install according to accepted piping practices and applicable codes.
- Follow Midland manufacturer recommendations for complete installation requirements.
