Description
Overview:
The Barrel Nipple 1/2" BSP (12.7 mm) Galvanised Malleable Iron Pipe Fitting is a straight, male-to-male connector used to join two female-threaded BSP fittings in plumbing and industrial systems. Made from malleable iron, it offers high strength with a little give to resist cracking under stress or vibration. The galvanised zinc coating helps protect against rust in damp, outdoor, or site conditions. Designed for reliable flow connections on water, heating, and general service pipework, it suits construction sites, workshops, farms, and garden installations. The 1/2" BSP thread size is a common UK standard, making it easy to integrate with existing pipe runs and fittings. It is a practical choice for repairs, modifications, and new builds where a durable, heat-resistant connection is needed.
Key Features:
- 1/2" BSP (12.7 mm) male threads on both ends for joining two female BSP fittings
- Malleable iron body for toughness, impact resistance, and long service life
- Galvanised finish for enhanced corrosion resistance in indoor and outdoor environments
- Heat resistant for use on hot and cold service lines where temperature cycling occurs
- Smooth, accurately cut threads for easy starting and tightening by hand, then with tools
- Works with standard BSP seals such as PTFE tape or thread sealant for leak-tight joints
- Compact straight form for use in tight spaces and inline connections
- Suitable for plumbing, heating, compressed air, and general service pipework
- Reliable in demanding, on-site conditions typical of construction and maintenance work
- Versatile, reusable component for repairs, extensions, and new installations
Typical Applications:
Used to couple two female-threaded BSP fittings or extend pipe runs on water supply lines, heating circuits, compressed air systems, and irrigation. Common in plant and site maintenance, workshops, agricultural buildings, and garden setups. Helpful for repairs or alterations on equipment like water pumps and pressure systems, where a straightforward, corrosion-resistant male-to-male join is required.
Also known as:
Straight nipple, male-to-male pipe nipple, male coupling, pipe joiner, threaded joiner, galvanised nipple, barrel adaptor, inline connector, BSP nipple, iron nipple. These terms refer to the same style of straight, double-ended male threaded fitting used to link two female BSP components in a simple, robust way.
Product Specifications
| L&S Part No. | 282 012 |
|---|---|
| Unit of Sale | 1 |
| Key Features | - 1/2" BSP male threads for joining female BSP fittings - Malleable iron for toughness and impact resistance - Galvanised finish resists corrosion in damp conditions - Heat resistant for hot and cold service lines - Suitable for plumbing, heating, and compressed air systems |
