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1X1/4 XH BLK MI REDUCER
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Product Specs
- Dimensions Specification:
- ASME B16.3
- End Conn Size 1:
- FPT
- End Conn Size 2:
- FPT
- Material Specification:
- ASTM A-197
- Pressure Rating Specification:
- ASME B16.3
- Size 1:
- 1
- Size 2:
- 0.25
- Strength:
- XH
- Thread Specification:
- ASME B1.20.1
- Ul Fm:
- Yes
- Department:
- Plumbing
- Product Group:
- Pipe Fittings
- Product Subgroup:
- Reducers
- Product Type:
- Reducer
- Product Finish:
- Black
- Product Material:
- Malleable Iron
- Product Weight:
- 0.66 lbs
ASC Engineered Solutions 310543004 – Frequently Asked Questions
1) What sizes does the ASC Engineered Solutions black malleable iron reducer connect?
It steps 1 inch down to 1/4 inch, with female pipe threads on both ends. Both openings are FPT, so it threads onto male-threaded pipe nipples or fitting ends at each size, not onto bare pipe stubs.
2) Is this reducer UL listed and FM approved for fire sprinkler work?
It carries UL/FM recognition, so it can be used in fire protection piping where a listed and approved malleable iron threaded fitting is called for. Confirm the pressure class against your system design before it goes in.
3) Can I use a black malleable iron reducer on a potable water line?
No. Black malleable iron is for gas, fire protection, steam, air and other non-potable service. For potable water you want galvanized, copper, brass or CPVC. The black finish here is uncoated iron and will rust in wet potable service.
4) What does XH mean on a malleable iron reducer, and is it stronger than a standard fitting?
XH is extra heavy, a thicker wall class carrying a higher pressure rating than the standard (Class 150) malleable iron fitting of the same size. Pressure ratings follow ASME B16.3 and the dimensions are B16.3 as well, so the fitting drops into standard threaded pipe layouts.
5) Is a 1 x 1/4 bell reducer the right way to pick up a gauge or drain tap off a 1 inch line?
It works if you are reducing the full run to 1/4 inch at a fitting. If you only want a small branch while the 1 inch line continues, you want a reducing tee or a threadolet instead, not a reducer. This part is a straight two-end reducer, 1 inch female to 1/4 inch female.
6) What is the ASTM A-197 marking on this fitting?
A-197 is the material spec for cupola malleable iron castings, the grade used for threaded pipe fittings. It is what an inspector or a submittal package looks for when the drawing calls out malleable iron rather than cast or ductile iron.
7) What part number do I order for the ASC 1 x 1/4 extra heavy black reducer?
The manufacturer part number is 310543004 from ASC Engineered Solutions. Give that number when matching a submittal or reordering to keep the XH class rather than a standard-weight substitute.
8) How heavy is this 1 x 1/4 reducer?
About 0.66 lbs each, so a box of them stays easy to handle on a cart or in a service van, and shipping weight scales roughly with count.
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Does the ASC Engineered Solutions 310543004 come with a warranty?
Absolutely. The ASC Engineered Solutions 310543004 is backed by a manufacturer’s warranty.
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