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2 inch x 2 inch x 1-1/2 inch Copper Reducing Tee – Wrot Copper Fitting for Pressure and Mechanical Piping

The 2 inch x 2 inch x 1-1/2 inch copper reducing tee is a sweat connection fitting manufactured from wrot copper, designed for use in pressure systems requiring a reduced branch line. Its layout enables smooth transitions from a 2-inch main to a 1-1/2-inch lateral, typically in potable water, hydronic heating, and commercial distribution systems.

Application Features and Benefits

• Material: Wrot copper conforming to ASTM B75 and ASTM B88 specifications
• Connection Type: C x C x C (all solder/sweat ends)
• Nominal Sizes: 2 inch main x 2 inch main x 1-1/2 inch branch
• Pressure Rating: Suitable for systems up to 200 PSI at 250°F
• Lead-Free: Compliant with NSF/ANSI 61 & 372 for potable water use

Advantages in Professional Installations

• Code-Compliant: Manufactured to meet IPC, UPC, and IRC plumbing code standards
• Reliable Jointing: Engineered for uniform capillary action during soldering for leak-resistant seals
• Corrosion Resistance: Copper material offers natural protection against scale and degradation
• Long Service Life: Excellent thermal and mechanical stability across a wide range of fluid handling systems
• Consistent Wall Thickness: Enables uniform heat distribution and bonding during installation

Installation Guidelines

This tee is intended for soldered connections using lead-free solder. Ensure pipe ends are properly reamed, cleaned, and fluxed. Insert fully into the fitting cup and apply even heat around the joint until solder flows uniformly. All installations must follow local plumbing codes and pressure system specifications.

Common Use Cases

Designed for use in residential and commercial applications, this reducing tee is often specified in domestic cold and hot water lines, boiler loop transitions, and main-to-branch layouts in mechanical systems. Also suitable for use in low-pressure steam and closed-loop HVAC systems.

Regulatory Note

As required by the Safe Drinking Water Act and adopted state plumbing codes, all fittings used in potable water systems must be certified lead-free. This fitting meets those requirements and is approved for installation across all U.S. jurisdictions.

For contractors seeking performance-grade fittings that ensure dimensional precision and long-term reliability, the 2 inch x 2 inch x 1-1/2 inch copper reducing tee is a proven solution for engineered system performance.