Dielectric Union Stainless Steel To Galvanized

These steel unions are available in a variety of sizes and connection types.

Dielectric union stainless steel to galvanized.

Fipt 250 psi a105 forged steel dielectric union. To order call 800 769 0503. This article describes the building code and practical requirements for a dielectric fitting when connecting copper piping to steel pipes or steel fittings such as at the top of a water heater. Dielectric flanges are installed between pipes made from dissimilar metals to help prevent accelerated deterioration and corrosion.

Stainless steel and galvanized materials often are found together in the industry with applications such as galvanized fasteners stainless steel pressure vessels and roof and siding panels. Each includes a union nut 2 tailpieces and a gasket. A dielectric class 3000 union with a dielectric coated a105 carbon steel tailpiece that is 3 4 female npt with a 304 stainless 1 2 male npt threadpiece teflon o ring is coded as follows. Union adapters for galvanized steel threaded pipe join copper tubing to galvanized threaded connections on hot water heaters.

We offer dielectric unions in a range of configurations sizes and materials. It is installed between pipes made from dissimilar metal. Copper tube size is the accepted designation of the copper tubing industry not the actual tube od. For technical drawings and 3 d models click on a part number.

Choose from standard unions and dielectric unions. The presence of two dissimilar metals in an assembly is not always a sign of trouble but it could be a problem. Dielectric unions are use to join pipes made from dissimilar metals to avoid electrolysis which leads to corrosion and pipe failure. Dielectric unions are used in commercial and residential applications to prevent accelerated corrosion and deterioration in the piping system due to galvanic and stray current.

Stainless steel unions are offered from several trusted brand names. This union is made from galvanized steel and lead free brass. Watts series lf301 1 1 2 in.