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3/8X1/4 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:
- 0.375
- 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:
- 0.21 lbs
ASC Engineered Solutions 310541206 – Frequently Asked Questions
1) What size pipe does the ASC 3/8 x 1/4 black malleable iron reducer connect?
It steps 3/8 inch pipe down to 1/4 inch. Both ends are female pipe thread (FPT), so it threads onto male-threaded pipe nipples or male fitting ends on each side. Part number 310541206.
2) Will this malleable iron reducer thread onto standard NPT pipe?
Yes. The threads are cut to ASME B1.20.1, which is the NPT taper thread standard, so it mates with any standard NPT male pipe end of the matching size. Use pipe dope or PTFE tape on the taper as usual.
3) Is this reducer UL listed and FM approved for fire sprinkler work?
Yes, the fitting carries UL/FM recognition, so it can go into a fire protection line where the specification calls for UL listed and FM approved threaded fittings. It is a black malleable iron fitting, which is the usual material for dry and wet sprinkler branch piping rather than potable water.
4) Can I use a black malleable iron reducer on a potable water line?
No. Black malleable iron is for gas, fire protection, steam and other non-potable service. Black iron is uncoated and will rust in potable water lines, which is why galvanized or brass is used there instead. For domestic water, spec a galvanized or brass reducing coupling in the same thread size.
5) What does XH mean on a black malleable iron reducer, and do I need it?
XH is extra heavy, the higher pressure class of malleable iron fitting. The wall is thicker than a standard class 150 fitting, so it is what you spec when the line runs at a pressure the standard class will not cover. Dimensions and pressure class both follow ASME B16.3. If your drawing calls for standard weight, the extra heavy fitting still threads the same, it just carries a higher rating.
6) What is the material spec on this ASC reducer for submittal paperwork?
The casting is made to ASTM A-197 malleable iron, with dimensions and pressure class to ASME B16.3 and threads to ASME B1.20.1. Those three are what an engineer or inspector will want on the submittal for a threaded black iron fitting.
7) How much does the 3/8 x 1/4 XH black iron reducer weigh?
0.21 lbs each. Small enough that a box of them adds little to a service truck load, useful if you are pricing out freight on a bulk fitting order.
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