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A.Y. McDonald 5142-232 74760 1 1/2 TEE FLARE X FLARE X FLARE-NL

A.Y. McDonald 5142-232 1-1/2" Flare x Flare x Flare Tee, Lead-Free

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A.Y. McDonald 5142-232 1-1/2" Flare x Flare x Flare Tee, Lead-Free

The A.Y. McDonald 5142-232 is a 1-1/2" Tee fitting configured Flare x Flare x Flare, built to the manufacturer's lead-free (NL) standard for potable water and plumbing distribution applications. This three-way flare tee allows an installer to branch a line off an existing 1-1/2" flare run without cutting into rigid pipe threads, making it a practical choice for water service connections, meter setters, and general distribution work where a reliable flare-to-flare-to-flare junction is required. As a lead-free (NL) fitting, the 5142-232 is manufactured to meet the reduced-lead requirements applicable to components used in systems that convey drinking water, giving contractors and municipal crews a compliant option for potable water installations. A.Y. McDonald is a long-established name in waterworks and plumbing fittings, and the 5142-232 tee is designed to deliver the same dependable, code-conscious performance the brand is known for across its flare fitting line. With matched 1-1/2" connections on all three ports, this tee simplifies inventory for crews standardizing on a single flare size across a job or service territory, and it slots directly into existing flare tubing runs without requiring soldering, solvent welding, or specialty tooling beyond a standard flare wrench.

Key Features

  • Trade Size: 1-1/2" connections on all three ports for consistent, matched-size branch installations.
  • Configuration: Tee body arranged Flare x Flare x Flare, providing three flare connection points from a single fitting body.
  • Connection Type: Flare fittings on all outlets, allowing tube connections to be made without soldering or solvent welding.
  • Lead-Free Compliant: Manufactured to the NL (no-lead) designation for use in potable water distribution systems.
  • Branch Configuration: Enables a clean three-way split off an existing 1-1/2" flare line for service branches or meter connections.
  • A.Y. McDonald Manufacturing: Produced by a recognized waterworks and plumbing fitting manufacturer with a long history in the industry.

Certifications & Compliance

  • Lead-Free (NL) Designation

Technical Specifications

  • Product Type: Tee
  • Trade Size: 1-1/2"
  • Connection Type: Flare x Flare x Flare
  • Standards: Lead-Free (NL)

Typical Applications

  • Potable Water Service Line Branching
  • Water Meter Setter Connections
  • Residential and Municipal Water Distribution
  • Plumbing Renovation and New Installation Work
  • Flare Tubing Systems Requiring a Three-Way Branch

Why A.Y. McDonald?

A.Y. McDonald builds its flare fittings, including the 5142-232 1-1/2" Tee, to meet lead-free (NL) requirements so contractors can specify a single fitting line for potable water work with confidence. The flare-to-flare-to-flare configuration gives installers a straightforward way to branch service lines without soldering, and it reflects the brand's focus on dependable, code-conscious waterworks components for professional plumbing and municipal applications. For crews managing meter setters, service branches, and general distribution runs, the 5142-232 offers a consistent, compliant fitting option backed by a manufacturer with deep roots in the waterworks industry.

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Manufacturer Resources

Product Specs

Department:
Plumbing
Product Group:
Plumbing
Product Subgroup:
Pipe Fittings
Product Type:
Tee

A.Y. McDonald 5142-232 – Frequently Asked Questions

1) Is the A.Y. McDonald 5142-232 tee a 1-1/2 inch flare fitting on all three ports?
All three ports on the 5142-232 are 1-1/2 inch flare, so it branches a 1-1/2 inch flared copper run without a reducer or an adapter at any leg. Flare on every outlet means you need flare nuts and properly flared tube ends on all three connections, not compression or threaded pipe.
2) Does the A.Y. McDonald 5142-232 tee meet no-lead requirements for potable water?
The 5142-232 is the NL (no-lead) version of the 74760 tee, which is what municipalities and water utilities specify for potable service lines. If your job spec calls for no-lead brass on the water side, this is the correct variant of that tee.
3) Will the 5142-232 tee work with 1-1/2 inch CTS poly tubing?
No. The 5142-232 has flare ends on all three ports, which mate to flared copper tube. Poly tubing needs an insert-and-compression style connection, so you would need a pack joint or insert fitting instead of this tee.
4) Can I use a flare x flare x flare tee like the 5142-232 on a buried water service line?
Flare joints are the standard connection for buried copper water service because they are mechanical, need no heat, and can be made in a wet trench. The 5142-232 takes 1-1/2 inch flare on all three ports, so it branches a 1-1/2 inch service without soldering. Compression style fittings are the alternative when you cannot flare the tube in place.
5) What part number do I order for the A.Y. McDonald 1-1/2 inch no-lead flare tee?
Order A.Y. McDonald 5142-232, the manufacturer's number for the 74760 1-1/2 inch flare x flare x flare no-lead tee. It ships as a single configuration, so there is nothing further to specify on the order.
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Does the A.Y. McDonald 5142-232 come with a warranty?
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