Description
Midland XH Bronze Tees
Midland XH Bronze Tees provide rugged three-way threaded connections for demanding plumbing, commercial, industrial, HVAC, and mechanical piping systems.
Manufactured from durable bronze with extra heavy construction, these fittings are available in both straight tee and reducing tee configurations. Precision-machined female NPT openings provide secure engagement with compatible male-threaded pipe, nipples, valves, fittings, and equipment connections.
Product Highlights
- Extra heavy (XH) bronze construction
- Three-way tee configuration
- Available in straight and reducing tee designs
- Female NPT threaded connections
- Precision-machined NPT threads
- Excellent corrosion resistance
- Reducing models provide a smaller branch outlet
- Available in multiple nominal pipe sizes and reducing combinations
- Suitable for plumbing, commercial, industrial, HVAC, and mechanical systems
- Manufactured by Midland Industries
Technical Specifications
| Product Type | Extra Heavy Threaded Tee |
|---|---|
| Brand | Midland |
| Material | Bronze |
| Construction | Extra Heavy (XH) |
| Available Configurations | Straight Tee and Reducing Tee |
| Connection Type | Female NPT x Female NPT x Female NPT |
| Thread Type | NPT |
| Primary Function | Creating Three-Way Threaded Branch Connections |
| Reducing Configuration | Smaller Branch Outlet with Full-Size Main Run |
| Typical Applications | Plumbing, Commercial, Industrial, HVAC, Mechanical, and General Fluid Handling Systems |
Available Configurations
Straight Tee
Standard tee models connect three compatible male-threaded piping components of the same nominal pipe size, creating a 90° branch from the main run.
Reducing Tee
Reducing tee models maintain the full-size main run while providing a smaller branch outlet for transitioning to a different nominal pipe size.
Tee Configuration
Main Run Connection
One end of the main run features a female NPT connection for use with compatible male-threaded pipe, nipples, fittings, valves, or equipment.
Branch Connection
The center branch creates a 90° outlet from the main run. On reducing models, this branch is smaller than the run connections.
Main Run Connection
The opposite run connection also features female NPT threads to continue the main piping line through the fitting.
Construction Details
Midland XH Bronze Tees are manufactured from high-quality bronze to provide dependable mechanical strength and excellent corrosion resistance in demanding threaded piping systems.
The extra heavy body and reinforced threaded openings provide a more robust fitting construction than standard-weight configurations.
Precision-machined female NPT threads on all three openings help provide consistent engagement with compatible male-threaded components when installed using accepted piping practices.
Why Choose an XH Bronze Tee?
Three-Way Pipe Distribution
- Creates a 90° branch connection
- Available for equal-size piping layouts
- Reducing models accommodate smaller branch piping
- Useful for system extensions and modifications
- Compact three-port fitting design
Extra Heavy Bronze Construction
- Robust fitting body
- Excellent corrosion resistance
- Dependable mechanical strength
- Suitable for demanding piping environments
- Designed for long-term threaded service
NPT Threaded Connections
Three Female NPT Connections
All three openings use female NPT threads for connection to compatible male-threaded piping components.
Thread Sealing
Use PTFE tape or an approved pipe-thread sealant on mating male NPT threads according to the system media, pressure, temperature, and installation requirements.
Typical Applications
Plumbing & Commercial
- Commercial plumbing systems
- Water distribution piping
- Branch piping connections
- Mechanical equipment connections
- Maintenance and system modifications
Industrial & HVAC
- Industrial piping systems
- HVAC piping systems
- Utility piping
- Compatible fluid handling systems
- General mechanical piping
Size Selection
Midland XH Bronze Tees are available in multiple nominal pipe sizes and reducing combinations.
For straight tees, confirm that all three connections use the same nominal pipe size. For reducing tees, verify both main-run sizes and the smaller branch size before ordering.
Our pipe and fitting specialists can help review your run size, branch size, straight or reducing configuration, female NPT connections, 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?
They are manufactured from bronze.
What does XH mean?
XH stands for Extra Heavy and identifies the more robust construction of the fitting.
How many connections does a tee have?
A tee has three threaded connections: two along the main run and one 90-degree branch connection.
What type of threads do these tees use?
They use female NPT threaded connections on all three openings.
Are straight tees available?
Yes. Straight tee models use the same nominal pipe size on all three connections.
Are reducing tees available?
Yes. Reducing models provide a smaller branch outlet while maintaining full-size connections through the main run.
Why choose bronze?
Bronze provides dependable mechanical strength and excellent corrosion resistance in compatible plumbing, industrial, commercial, and HVAC piping environments.
Should thread sealant be used?
Use PTFE tape or an approved pipe-thread sealant on mating male NPT connections according to the application requirements.
How do I select a reducing tee?
Confirm the nominal size of the main run and the required smaller branch size before choosing the fitting.
What should I verify before ordering?
Confirm run size, branch size, straight or reducing configuration, mating male NPT threads, pressure, temperature, media compatibility, and installation requirements.
Important Ordering & Installation Notes
- This listing is for Midland XH Bronze Tees.
- Available configurations include straight and reducing tees.
- All connections use female NPT threads.
- Verify the required main-run pipe size before ordering.
- For straight tees, confirm all three connections are the same nominal size.
- For reducing tees, confirm the required branch size in addition to the main-run size.
- Verify all mating components use compatible male NPT threads.
- Use PTFE tape or an approved pipe-thread sealant on threaded connections.
- Verify bronze is compatible with the intended system media.
- Confirm pressure and temperature requirements before installation.
- Inspect all threaded openings for damage or contamination before assembly.
- Avoid overtightening, which may damage the fitting or mating threads.
- Align and support connected piping to prevent excessive mechanical loading.
- Check completed connections for leakage before placing the system into service.
- Install according to applicable piping requirements and Midland manufacturer recommendations.
