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Press System Installation Instructions
- Operating pressure 200 psi cwp
- Temperature range -20-DegreeF to 250-DegreeF
- Lead-free*
- Dezincification resistant
- ASTM B75 Alloy C12200 Copper
- Complies with ASME B16/51 Performance
- Third party certified to UPC
- Third party certified to the performance requirements of CSA MSE 13 and PS-117
Press System Installation Instructions
Manufacturer Resources
Product Specs
- All Application(s):
- Lead-Free
- All Basic Material:
- Copper
- Classification:
- Press Tees
- End Connection:
- Threaded
- Metal End Connection Type:
- Prs x Prs x F
- Product Group:
- Fitting
- Product Type:
- Press Tees
- System Use:
- Automatic Sprinkler Systems, Commercial Plumbing, Heating, HVAC, Irrigation, Lead Free*, Residential Plumbing
- Product Subgroup:
- Tee
- Department:
- Plumbing
- Country Of Origin:
- United States
Nibco 9116470PC – Frequently Asked Questions
1) What are the three ends on the Nibco PC612 copper tee?
Two press ends and one female threaded end: the PC612 is a Prs x Prs x F tee. The run connections press onto copper tube with a press tool, and the branch is a female pipe thread, so you can land a threaded nipple, a gauge, a drain, or a threaded valve off the branch without soldering. Body is wrot copper.
2) What pipe sizes does the Nibco PC612 press tee come in?
Ten configurations, from a 1/2 inch tee up to 4 inch run sizes. The reducing branch combinations are 3/4 x 3/4 x 1/2, 1 x 1 x 1/2, 2 x 2 x 3/4, 2-1/2 x 2-1/2 x 3/4, 2-1/2 x 2-1/2 x 2, 3 x 3 x 3/4, 3 x 3 x 2, 4 x 4 x 3/4 and 4 x 4 x 2. On every reducing size the smaller figure is the female threaded branch.
3) Can I use a Nibco press tee on a potable water line?
Yes. The Nibco Press System copper fittings are lead-free and third party certified to UPC, and the line is listed for residential and commercial potable plumbing along with hot, chilled and process water. The alloy is ASTM B75 C12200 copper and is dezincification resistant.
4) What pressure and temperature can the PC612 press tee handle?
200 psi cold working pressure, with a service range of -20 F to 250 F. That covers domestic water, hydronic heating and chilled water HVAC piping. It also complies with ASME B16.51 performance and is certified to CSA MSE 13 and PS-117.
5) How do I know a Nibco press fitting was crimped correctly?
A press fitting that has been properly crimped shows a raised N witness mark on the fitting. If you do not see the N, the joint was not pressed. Nibco publishes Press System installation instructions covering tool, jaw and chain requirements by size.
6) Can press copper fittings be buried underground?
Yes, the Nibco Press System fittings are approved for underground installation as well as above-ground plumbing and HVAC runs. The system is also listed for irrigation and automatic sprinkler system use.
7) Should I use a press tee or a solder tee on a copper repipe?
Press wins where an open flame is a problem or the line cannot be fully drained: occupied buildings, ceiling spaces, tenant units, anywhere a hot work permit is a hassle. Each joint takes seconds with a press tool and jaw. A solder tee costs less in hardware and needs no tool investment, so it still makes sense on small jobs or where you are already soldering everything. The PC612 gives you both worlds on one fitting, pressed run ends with a threaded branch for equipment takeoffs.
8) Is the Nibco PC612 tee suitable for a hydronic heating or chilled water system?
Yes. The Press System line is rated for heating and HVAC service in addition to plumbing, and the 250 F ceiling covers typical hydronic supply temperatures. The threaded branch on the PC612 is handy for air vents, temperature wells and drain valves off a main.
9) Which Nibco PC612 part number do I order for a 4 inch main with a 2 inch threaded branch?
That is MPN 9122400PC, the 4 x 4 x 2 configuration. For the same 4 inch main with a 3/4 inch threaded branch, order 9122550PC. On 3 inch mains, 9126800PC is 3 x 3 x 2 and 9126950PC is 3 x 3 x 3/4.
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