Legend Valve
Legend Valve 450-302 Copper Reducing Tee 2-1/2x2-1/2x1-1/2 bathware
Copper reducing tee connects 2-1/2" and 1-1/2" lines in plumbing systems
- ColorTransparent
- Size2-1/2"x2-1/2"x1-1/2"
- TypePipes, Valves & Fittings
- Reduces pipe diameter for flexible plumbing layouts
- Copper construction resists corrosion in water systems
- Sweat connections create leak-resistant joints when soldered
- Compact tee fits standard 2-1/2" and 1-1/2" copper tubing
- Prop 65 notice included for California compliance awareness
Copper Reducing Tee for Plumbing Systems
The Legend Valve 450-302 is a copper reducing tee designed for residential and commercial plumbing installations. It connects three copper pipes using sweat connections, allowing a branch line to step down from a larger main line. The fitting is new and intended for installers who need a durable, lead-free transition in potable water or hydronic heating systems.
Replaces Makeshift Bushings and Oversized Tees
This single fitting replaces the combination of a straight tee plus a reducing bushing, cutting joint count and potential leak paths. The jump is worth it when a 2-1/2-inch main must feed a 1-1/2-inch branch without adding extra solder joints or increasing turbulence at the transition.
Maintains Flow Integrity Under Continuous Pressure
The one-piece copper body resists dezincification and withstands sustained operating pressures without the creep seen in threaded adapters. Soldered joints distribute mechanical stress evenly, so the tee holds its seal through thermal cycling and water hammer events that can loosen mechanical fittings over time.
Highlights
- Reduces pipe diameter for flexible plumbing layouts
- Copper construction resists corrosion in water systems
- Sweat connections create leak-resistant joints when soldered
- Compact tee fits standard 2-1/2" and 1-1/2" copper tubing
- Prop 65 notice included for California compliance awareness
Specifications
| Brand | LEGEND VALVE |
|---|---|
| Color | Transparent |
| Size | 2-1/2"x2-1/2"x1-1/2" |
| Type | Pipes, Valves & Fittings |
Questions about this item
What copper pipe sizes fit the 2-1/2" x 2-1/2" x 1-1/2" ID ends of this reducing tee?
The tee accepts 2-1/2 inch copper on the two straight ports and 1-1/2 inch copper on the branch, all measured by inside diameter.
Which step do installers most often skip when soldering this C x C x C tee?
They forget to clean and flux all three sockets before heating, so one joint stays cold and leaks later.
When should the tee be inspected or replaced after installation?
Check for green corrosion or seepage at each joint during annual plumbing checks; replace the fitting if dezincification appears.
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