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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:
- 3
- Size 2:
- 2
- Strength:
- STD
- Thread Specification:
- ASME B1.20.1
- Ul Fm:
- Yes
- Department:
- Plumbing
- Product Group:
- Pipe Fittings
- Product Subgroup:
- Elbows
- Product Type:
- 90° Elbow
- Product Finish:
- Black
- Product Material:
- Malleable Iron
- Product Weight:
- 3.78 lbs
ASC Engineered Solutions 310011606 – Frequently Asked Questions
1) Is the ASC 3 x 2 black malleable iron 90 elbow a reducing elbow, and which end is the 3 inch?
It's a reducing 90, with one 3 inch opening and one 2 inch opening. Both ends are female pipe thread (FPT), so it screws onto male-threaded pipe or nipples on each side. Use it where a 3 inch run turns and steps down to 2 inch in a single fitting instead of an elbow plus a bushing.
2) Will this 3x2 black elbow thread onto standard NPT pipe?
Yes. The threads are cut to ASME B1.20.1, which is the NPT standard, so it mates with any standard NPT male thread on black pipe or nipples of the matching size. Dope or tape the threads as usual for the service.
3) Can I use this malleable iron reducing elbow on a fire sprinkler line?
It carries UL/FM approval, which is what a sprinkler contractor needs for fittings on a listed fire protection system. It's standard weight malleable iron to ASTM A-197 with dimensions and pressure rating per ASME B16.3. Confirm the pressure class on your drawing matches standard weight before you set it.
4) Will the laying length match the fitting I'm pulling out?
Dimensions are per ASME B16.3, the dimensional standard for threaded malleable iron fittings, so the center-to-face dimensions match any other B16.3 3 x 2 reducing 90 regardless of brand. A same-size, same-class replacement drops into the existing makeup without re-cutting pipe.
5) What's the difference between a black malleable iron fitting and a galvanized one for this application?
Black is the uncoated finish, used on gas, fire sprinkler, and closed-loop hydronic piping. Galvanized malleable iron is what you'd reach for on wet, potable, or corrosion-exposed runs. This ASC 3 x 2 reducing 90 is the black version, so keep it off open-to-atmosphere water service.
6) Is this a standard weight or extra heavy fitting?
Standard weight. That's Class 150 malleable iron under ASME B16.3. If your spec calls out extra heavy (Class 300), this reducing 90 is not the right part and you need the 300 class version.
7) What part number do I order for the ASC 3 x 2 black malleable iron 90?
The manufacturer part number is 310011606 from ASC Engineered Solutions. That's the black, standard weight, 3 x 2 reducing 90 degree elbow with FPT ends.
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