Dielectric Union Stainless Steel To Galvanized

Dielectric unions are use to join pipes made from dissimilar metals to avoid electrolysis which leads to corrosion and pipe failure.

Dielectric union stainless steel to galvanized.

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. Watts series lf301 1 1 2 in. Stainless steel unions allow safe and efficient pipe replacement for plumbing repair or maintenance operations. Choose from standard unions and dielectric unions.

To order call 800 769 0503. They are ideal for use in air and water conditioners hot water storage tanks processing tanks and steam gas and water piping. Each includes a union nut 2 tailpieces and a gasket. Stainless steel unions are offered from several trusted brand names.

Union adapters for galvanized steel threaded pipe join copper tubing to galvanized threaded connections on hot water heaters. The presence of two dissimilar metals in an assembly is not always a sign of trouble but it could be a problem. Copper tube size is the accepted designation of the copper tubing industry not the actual tube od. This union is made from galvanized steel and lead free brass.

For technical drawings and 3 d models click on a part number. These steel unions are available in a variety of sizes and connection types. We explain the effect of galvanic corrosion at copper to steel pipe connections and we include notes on the recommendation for a jumper wire across dielectric fittings or. It is installed between pipes made from dissimilar metal.

Fipt 250 psi a105 forged steel dielectric union. 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. 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.