1-1/2 inch x 1/2 inch x 1-1/2 inch Copper Reducing Tee Copper x Copper x Copper

1-1/2 inch x 1/2 inch x 1-1/2 inch Copper Reducing Tee – Wrot Copper, Sweat Ends

The 1-1/2 inch x 1/2 inch x 1-1/2 inch Copper Reducing Tee is a precision-formed wrot copper fitting designed for use in soldered copper tube systems. This reducing tee allows for a direct branch line reduction from 1-1/2 inch main lines to a 1/2 inch outlet, making it suitable for hot and cold potable water, hydronic heating, and other pressurized water service applications. All outlets are designed for sweat (cup) connections.

Applications

• Potable water distribution systems
• Hydronic heating loops
• Residential and commercial building plumbing layouts

Product Features

• ✅ Wrot Copper Construction: Meets ASTM B75 and B88 specifications for strength, corrosion resistance, and workability
• ✅ Lead-Free Compliance: Certified to NSF/ANSI 61 and NSF 372 for safe use in potable water systems
• ✅ Accurate Forming: Factory-formed to ensure consistent dimensions and reliable alignment during installation

Technical Specifications

• Material: Wrot copper (C12200)
• Nominal Sizes: Main line inlets/outlets – 1-1/2 inch; branch – 1/2 inch
• Connection Type: Sweat (socket) x Sweat x Sweat
• Standards: ASME B16.22; Lead-Free under Federal Public Law 111-380 (Reduction of Lead in Drinking Water Act)

Installation Guidance

Install using conventional soldering practices for copper tube. Clean mating surfaces with emery cloth or brush; apply approved flux; heat evenly and apply lead-free solder to achieve full capillary action around joints. Proper support and alignment are essential to maintain correct branch geometry and ensure long-term service integrity.

Best Practices

• ✅ Use Type L or Type M copper tubing as specified by code or application requirements
• ✅ Ensure all joints are cleaned and fluxed prior to heating to promote full solder penetration
• ✅ Support assemblies during soldering to prevent joint stress or misalignment

Performance Notes

This reducing tee is suitable for systems operating up to 400°F and 200 PSI, consistent with standard copper tube ratings. The use of lead-free solder and approved flux is required for code compliance in potable systems.

The 1-1/2 inch x 1/2 inch x 1-1/2 inch Copper Reducing Tee offers a durable, corrosion-resistant transition fitting ideal for long-term performance in new construction or retrofit copper piping systems. Its dimensional accuracy and certified materials make it a dependable choice for commercial and residential applications requiring pressure-rated fittings.