Description
Overview:
The Malleable Iron Reducing Hex Nipple 3/8" x 1/4" M/M BSP is a compact, heavy‐duty pipe fitting used to join two BSP-threaded connections of different sizes. Made from malleable iron for strength and impact resistance, it features a hexagonal body for easy tightening with a spanner in tight spaces. Both ends are male BSP threads, reducing from 3/8 inch (approx. 9.5 mm) to 1/4 inch (6.35 mm). It is suitable for general plumbing, compressed air, coolant, and non‐corrosive fluid lines commonly found on construction plant, workshop systems, and garden machinery setups. A reliable choice for maintenance and repair tasks where a secure, leak‐resistant threaded connection is required. Manufacturer Part Number: 585 314.
Key Features:
- Durable malleable iron construction for long service life and mechanical robustness
- Reducing male-to-male BSP threads: 3/8" (approx. 9.5 mm) to 1/4" (6.35 mm)
- Hex body for firm spanner grip and straightforward installation or removal
- Compatible with common BSP systems for a dependable, leak‐resistant seal when used with suitable sealant or tape
- Compact form factor for use in confined assemblies and retrofit repairs
- Suitable for water, air, and many general-purpose fluids in building services and light industrial setups
- Resists cracking under vibration thanks to malleable iron's toughness
- Useful as a step-down adaptor to simplify hose, valve, or gauge connections
Typical Applications:
Reducing a 3/8" BSP male connection to 1/4" BSP male in plumbing manifolds, compressor and airline systems, coolant circuits, irrigation and wash‐down lines, pressure gauge take-offs, and service connections on generators, pressure washers, and similar equipment. Ideal for maintenance engineers, plumbers, and DIY users who need a secure size reduction without changing existing pipework.
Also known as:
Reducing hex nipple, BSP reducing nipple, male‐to‐male reducer, BSP M/M adaptor, iron pipe nipple, reducing connector, threaded pipe reducer, hex reducing adaptor.
Product Specifications
| L&S Part No. | 585 314 |
|---|---|
| Unit of Sale | 1 |
| Key Features | - Malleable iron for strength and impact resistance - Reduces BSP threads from 3/8" to 1/4" - Hexagonal body for easy spanner tightening - Compatible with BSP systems for leak-resistant connections - Compact design for confined space installations |
