1/2" Male x 3/8" Female NPT Hex Reducer Bushing Adapter Pipe Reducing Fitting

Description: This brass hex reducing bushing features a 3/8" FNPT (female National Pipe Thread) connection on the inside and a 1/2" MNPT (male National Pipe Thread) on the outer threads. This reducer bushing has a hex top ideal for applications requiring a secure hold with a wrench during installation. Constructed from durable, corrosion-resistant yellow brass, this fitting is well-suited for water, air, gas, oil, and other non-corrosive fluids or media. With an overall length of 13/16", it’s perfect for reducing a 1/2" FNPT port to a 3/8" FNPT port in compact installations. Specifications: Material: Yellow Brass (corrosion-resistant) Thread Type: NPT (National Pipe Thread) Connection: 3/8" Female NPT x 1/2" Male NPT Thread Size: 3/8" FNPT → (Note: 3/8" NPT measures approx. 5/8" in diameter) 1/2" MNPT → (Note: 1/2" NPT measures approx. 3/4" in diameter) Overall Length: 13/16" Temperature Range: -65°F to 250°F Use With: Brass, Bronze, Copper, Steel, Aluminum, and Iron Pipe Applications: Pressure gauge installations Plumbing Compressed air systems Gas lines Oil transfer General-purpose fluid handling Any system using non-corrosive media compatible with brass Note: NPT threads are tapered for a tight seal. Use thread sealant or PTFE tape for leak-free connections. You will receive 1 reducer bushing with this purchase.