Description
Overview:
The Barrel Nipple 3/8" BSP Malleable Iron Pipe Fitting is a straight male-to-male connector used to join two BSP female fittings or extend pipe runs in plumbing and light industrial systems. Manufactured from galvanised malleable iron, it offers good mechanical strength and corrosion resistance for long service life. The 3/8 inch (approx. 9.5 mm nominal) BSP threading suits common UK piping setups across residential, commercial, and site installations. It is suitable for use with compatible malleable iron, steel, or brass BSP fittings, valves, and manifolds, providing a neat, compact linkage in tight spaces. Designed for tradespeople and DIY users alike, it supports reliable assembly of water and general service lines where a robust, straightforward connector is required.
Key Features:
- Size: 3/8" BSP male x male (approx. 9.5 mm nominal) for broad compatibility with BSP systems
- Material: galvanised malleable iron for strength and improved corrosion resistance
- Straight, compact form factor for joining female-threaded fittings or extending pipework in confined areas
- Clean, accurately cut BSP threads to promote a consistent seal with standard PTFE tape or pipe sealant
- Weldable design for permanent, fixed installations where welding is specified
- Easy to fit with standard pipe wrenches; no special tools required
- Suitable for residential, commercial, and industrial environments where durable iron fittings are preferred
- MPN: 282 038 for straightforward identification and reordering
Typical Applications:
Used to connect two BSP female fittings, extend straight runs, or bridge between valves, tees, elbows, and manifolds. Common in plant rooms, site plumbing, maintenance workshops, and general building services. Useful on air and water service lines, irrigation headers, and equipment hook-ups where a short, robust male-to-male connector is needed in a galvanised finish.
Also known as:
Barrel nipple, running nipple, straight nipple, male nipple connector, BSP pipe connector, BSP iron nipple, male-to-male BSP adaptor, threaded iron coupling (male), galvanised nipple, plumbing nipple.
Product Specifications
| L&S Part No. | 282 038 |
|---|---|
| Unit of Sale | 1 |
| Key Features | - 3/8" BSP male x male for broad compatibility - Galvanised malleable iron for corrosion resistance - Compact form for confined space installations - Clean BSP threads ensure consistent sealing - Suitable for residential, commercial, and industrial use |
