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150lb BSP HEX REDUCTION BUSH COUPLING ADAPTOR-1.0"F to 1½"M

150lb BSP HEX REDUCTION BUSH COUPLING ADAPTOR-1.0"F to 1½"M

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Description

A hex reduction bush, also known as a hex reducing bushing or simply a reduction bush, is used to connect pipes or fittings of different sizes together. Hex reduction bushes can also be used to provide spacing or alignment within a piping system. They may be used to create a specific distance between two pipes or to align pipes in a particular configuration.

Technical Spec

Inlet 1" Female
Outlet 1½" Male
Material 316 Stainless Steel
Bar 10
Thread 1.0"F to 1½"M
Commodity Code 7307291010
Weight 0.18
Country of Origin United Kingdom

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Overview

Hex reduction bush coupling made from 316 stainless steel

Hex reduction bush couplings made from 316 stainless steel are used in various applications where reliable, corrosion-resistant, and durable fittings are required. These couplings serve several purposes and can be employed in different industries and applications, including:

Chemical Processing: 316 stainless steel hex reduction bush couplings are commonly used in chemical plants and facilities. They provide corrosion resistance and maintain the integrity of piping systems that handle a wide range of chemicals.


Food and Beverage Industry: These fittings are essential in the food and beverage industry, where sanitation and hygiene are paramount. They are used in the production and distribution of food and beverages, including dairy, brewing, and processing.


Pharmaceutical Industry: In pharmaceutical manufacturing, hex reduction bush couplings made from 316 stainless steel are used to ensure the purity and cleanliness of fluid handling systems, which is critical for drug production.


Marine Applications: The maritime sector relies on 316 stainless steel fittings due to their resistance to saltwater and harsh marine environments. Hex reduction bush couplings are used in shipbuilding and offshore applications.


Water and Wastewater Treatment: These couplings are suitable for water treatment plants and wastewater treatment facilities, where they help maintain water quality and resist corrosion from chemicals and wastewater.


Petrochemical Industry: In the petrochemical sector, where pipes and fittings are exposed to various chemicals and high temperatures, 316 stainless steel hex reduction bush couplings ensure the longevity and safety of fluid systems.


Renewable Energy: Hex reduction bush couplings may find use in renewable energy applications, such as solar water heating systems and geothermal installations.
Laboratory and Research: In laboratory settings and research facilities, where purity, resistance to chemicals, and durability are essential, these couplings may be employed in fluid handling systems.


Agricultural Applications: Agriculture utilizes these couplings in irrigation systems, pesticide distribution, and other fluid handling processes that require resistance to environmental factors.


Automotive and Aerospace: Some components in the automotive and aerospace industries may use 316 stainless steel fittings, including hex reduction bush couplings, to ensure corrosion resistance and durability.


Hex reduction bush couplings are versatile components that serve the purpose of adapting between different pipe sizes or connecting components with varying thread types. The choice of 316 stainless steel for these couplings in these industries is primarily driven by the need for corrosion resistance, hygienic qualities, and durability in demanding and often sensitive environments.

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