Lesso America
Schedule 80 PVC Bushing (MIPT x FIPT)
- SKU:
- 839
- Availability:
- Usually Ships Same Day
- Weight:
- 0.00 LBS
Description
Schedule 80 PVC Bushing (MIP x FIPT)
Schedule 80 PVC MIP x FIPT Bushings provide a compact threaded reduction between compatible female- and male-threaded components in pressure piping systems.
Featuring a Male Iron Pipe Thread (MIP) connection on the outside and a Female Iron Pipe Thread (FIPT) connection on the inside, this fitting is designed to reduce threaded pipe size while maintaining a fully mechanical connection. Heavy-wall Schedule 80 PVC construction provides excellent corrosion resistance, chemical resistance, and dependable performance for potable water, industrial, commercial, irrigation, water treatment, and other compatible pressure piping applications.
Product Highlights
- Schedule 80 PVC threaded reducing bushing
- Male Iron Pipe Thread x Female Iron Pipe Thread configuration
- Reduces threaded pipe size
- MIP end threads into a compatible female-threaded fitting
- FIPT end accepts a compatible male-threaded component
- Fully threaded installation
- Heavy-wall Schedule 80 PVC construction
- Excellent corrosion and chemical resistance
- Suitable for compatible pressure piping applications
- Certified to NSF/ANSI 61 for drinking water system components
- Certified to NSF/ANSI 14 for plastic piping system components
- Manufactured from PVC compounds meeting ASTM D1784
- Manufactured in accordance with ASTM F1970
- Complies with CSA B137.3
Technical Specifications
| Product Type | Schedule 80 PVC Threaded Reducing Bushing |
|---|---|
| Material | PVC |
| Schedule | Schedule 80 |
| Connection Type | Male Iron Pipe Thread (MIP) x Female Iron Pipe Thread (FIPT) |
| Joint Method | Threaded |
| Configuration | Reducing Bushing |
| System Type | Schedule 80 PVC Pressure Piping |
| Primary Function | Threaded Pipe Size Reduction |
| Referenced Standards | ASTM D1784, ASTM F1970, CSA B137.3, NSF/ANSI 14, NSF/ANSI 61 |
| Typical Applications | Potable Water, Industrial Process Piping, Commercial Systems, Irrigation, Water Treatment, Valves, Instrumentation, and Equipment Connections |
Connection Configuration
Male Threaded End
The MIP connection threads into a compatible female-threaded fitting, valve, adapter, or equipment connection.
Female Threaded End
The FIPT opening accepts a compatible smaller male-threaded pipe, nipple, fitting, valve, instrument, or equipment connection.
Construction Details
The bushing is manufactured from high-quality Schedule 80 PVC, providing increased wall thickness and dependable durability for compatible pressure piping applications.
Precision-molded external male threads and internal female threads provide a compact mechanical transition between two threaded pipe sizes without requiring solvent cement.
The one-piece reducing design can simplify threaded piping layouts by eliminating the need for multiple adapters or couplings.
Why Choose a MIP x FIPT Bushing?
Compact Threaded Reduction
- Reduces between two threaded pipe sizes
- MIP end connects to a female-threaded fitting
- FIPT end accepts a smaller male-threaded component
- No solvent-weld connection required
- Useful for compact threaded piping layouts
Schedule 80 PVC Benefits
- Heavy-wall construction
- Corrosion-resistant material
- Resistant to many common chemicals
- Lightweight and easy to handle
- Low-maintenance design
Referenced Standards
- NSF/ANSI 61: Drinking water system components - health effects
- NSF/ANSI 14: Plastic piping system components and related materials
- ASTM D1784: Rigid PVC and CPVC compounds
- ASTM F1970: Special engineered fittings, appurtenances, or valves for PVC or CPVC systems
- CSA B137.3: Rigid PVC pipe and fittings for pressure applications
Threaded Installation
Verify both nominal thread sizes before installation and confirm that the male and female connections match the intended mating components.
Use an appropriate thread-sealing method compatible with PVC and the intended application. Start both threaded connections by hand to help prevent cross-threading.
Tighten only as required to obtain secure, leak-resistant connections. Excessive tightening can place unnecessary stress on PVC threads and may damage the bushing or mating fittings.
Verify proper alignment, operating pressure, temperature requirements, and chemical compatibility before placing the piping system into service.
Our piping specialists can help review your larger female-threaded connection, reduced male-thread size, pressure requirements, chemical compatibility, and installation needs before you order.
Email the GetPipe.com Team Visit Quick SupportFrequently Asked Questions
What is a Schedule 80 PVC MIP x FIPT bushing used for?
It is used to reduce between two threaded pipe sizes by threading into a compatible female connection while providing a smaller female-threaded opening.
What does MIP x FIPT mean?
MIP means Male Iron Pipe and FIPT means Female Iron Pipe Thread. The outside male threads connect to a compatible female-threaded fitting, while the internal female threads accept a compatible male-threaded component.
Does this fitting require solvent cement?
No. This version uses threaded connections only.
How is this different from a SPIG x FIPT bushing?
A SPIG x FIPT bushing uses a solvent-weld spigot connection on one side, while a MIP x FIPT bushing uses threaded connections on both sides.
Should PVC threads be overtightened?
No. Excessive tightening can stress or damage PVC threads or the fitting body. Start connections by hand and tighten only as required.
Can this fitting be used for drinking water systems?
The supplied product information identifies NSF/ANSI 61 compliance for drinking water system components.
What does NSF/ANSI 14 cover?
NSF/ANSI 14 applies to plastic piping system components and related materials.
What ASTM standards are referenced?
The supplied product information references ASTM D1784 and ASTM F1970.
What CSA standard is referenced?
The supplied information references CSA B137.3 for rigid PVC pipe and fittings used in pressure applications.
What should I verify before ordering?
Confirm the MIP size, FIPT size, mating threaded components, pressure requirements, temperature requirements, chemical compatibility, and intended application.
Important Ordering & Installation Notes
- This listing is for a Schedule 80 PVC Bushing with MIP x FIPT connections.
- Verify both nominal thread sizes before ordering.
- The MIP end threads into a compatible female-threaded fitting.
- The FIPT end accepts a compatible male-threaded component.
- The fitting provides a threaded pipe-size reduction.
- No solvent cement is required for the bushing itself.
- Use a thread-sealing method compatible with PVC and the intended application.
- Start threaded connections by hand to help prevent cross-threading.
- Do not force mismatched thread sizes or thread types.
- Avoid excessive tightening of PVC threaded connections.
- Inspect all threaded surfaces before installation.
- Maintain proper system alignment during installation.
- Avoid placing excessive piping stress on the bushing.
- Verify completed connections for proper alignment and sealing.
- Verify operating pressure and temperature requirements before installation.
- Verify chemical compatibility with the intended fluid or process media.
- Consult manufacturer documentation for complete dimensions and pressure ratings.
- Follow applicable plumbing codes and manufacturer installation recommendations.
