Pro Flow Dynamics NP150-CL-304 1-1/2" Close Nipple, Stainless Steel 304

Close nipples are short pipe lengths with male threads on either end, and are used to join two female-threaded fittings or components very close together. These threaded nipples are widely used in plumbing, pipe systems and industrial applications where space is tight or where a very short connection is required. The two connected fittings will be very close together, almost touching, with very little of the nipple exposed or showing. This close nipple pipe fitting is often used where space is limited in confined areas where standard-length pipe nipples would be too long for connecting fittings, pipes and different components. These all thread nipples connect parts with minimal protrusion. They are also referred to as stainless steel nipple fittings which include hex and pipe nipples made from the same material.

Uses:

• They are used to join a two female pipe threads.
• Close nipples are often used to connect two female threaded pipes or female threaded fittings.

Advantages:

• A stainless steel close nipple is a fitting commonly used in plumbing and piping, where space is limited.
• Since the nipple is short, the two connecting components will be very close together.
• This makes them ideal for situations that require minimal protrusion and very litte exposed pipe showing.

Installation:

• Thread one or both of the male NPT threads into a female NPT threaded end.
• Thread the nipple into the first fitting by hand and then thread into the second fitting.
• Then tighten the fittings using the appropriate type of wrench.

Size Classification: Threaded close nipple are classified according to the size of the female pipe thread they will connect with.