Reducing Union Tee

A reducing union tee is a type of pipe or tube fitting that combines the features of a union with the configuration of a tee, and it is designed to facilitate changes in both diameter and direction within a piping system. This fitting allows for easy disassembly and reassembly of pipes or tubes, as well as connections at right angles in three movements, with the additional capability of reducing the diameter of the flow path for specific applications.

Connects Fractional Tube

Components

Nut: The nut is threaded and used to secure the fitting on each side of the union tee.
Body or Coupling: The body of the reducing union tee contains the internal components necessary for creating secure and leak-proof connections between pipes or tubes of different sizes in three directions.
Tee Connection: The tee portion of the fitting allows for connections in three directions, typically forming a right-angle intersection.
O-Ring or Gasket: A reducing union tee may include an O-ring or gasket to ensure a tight seal between the connected pipes or tubes.

Installation

Cutting and Preparing Pipes: Cut the pipes to the desired lengths and prepare the ends for connection.
Assembling the Reducing Union Tee: Slide the nuts over the ends of the pipes, insert the pipes into the appropriate openings on the reducing union tee, and then thread the nuts onto the fittings.
Tightening: Use appropriate tools to tighten the nuts securely on each side, ensuring a leak-proof and stable connection.

Considerations

Material Compatibility: Ensure that the materials of the reducing union tee are compatible with the substances flowing through the piping system.
Application: Consider factors such as pressure, temperature, and the nature of the fluid or gas when selecting a reducing union tee for a specific application.

Types

Equal Reducing Union Tee: All three tee openings are the same size.
Reducing Union Tee: The union tee has different sizes for the three openings, allowing for connections of varying diameters.

Connects Metric Tube

Note 👍 Reducing union tees is particularly useful when a piping system requires connections in three directions and a reduction in diameter. They provide a versatile solution for branching or intersecting pipelines with varying sizes.