A pipe nipple is a length of straight pipe with male threads on both ends. It is one of the most popular category of pipe fittings. It is a connector or a coupling threaded on both ends. Pipe nipples are used to allow plumbing to be connected to a water heater or other plumbing. They are used to fit straight end hose or pipe. A combination of pipe nipples are recommended for low-pressure discharge and suction service for various compatible liquids and not for compressible products like air, nitrogen or steam. The working pressure of pipe nipples will vary with the size and construction of the pipe, the type and number of clamps used, clamp placement, proper installation of clamps, temperature and product being conveyed. Pipe nipples are available in the widest variety of wall thicknesses and materials in the industry.
Ordering Information
Tube selection
Material, thickness
Diameter
General technical specifications
Pressures
Safety coefficients
Temperatures
Conformity to the standards, Certifications
Standard, Double duty, Extra duty, Extra double duty
End Connections
Threads
Beveled Ends
Square Cut Ends
Grooved
Bended
Barbed
Seamless
Pipe nipple fabrication:
Threaded nipples
Grooved nipples
Bended nipples
Barbed nipples
Seamless nipples
Finishes on pipe nipples:
Black coating
Electro galvanized
Hot-dipped galvanized finishes
Copper plating etc.
Types of pipe nipples:
Barrel nipple: This is a type of a short tubular with a taper thread outside at each end and which is un-threaded in the middle.
Weld nipple: Weld nipple is used as another method of connecting tube fittings. These kind of nipples are suitable for use under extreme conditions of vibration, pressure surges and changes of temperature.
Swage nipple: The basic purpose of a swage nipple is to bringing the flow of fluids from one pipe size to another. These are available with plain, beveled or threaded ends.
Hexagon nipple: Hexagon nipples are available in a variety of threads, materials and lengths.