Nibco, Inc.
Nibco, Inc. 7035LF-12 1/2" C x FNPT Cast DZR Brass Drop Adapter Trap
Connects 1/2" copper tube to 1/2" FNPT thread, rated for 577 psi and 200°F in potable water systems
- TypeDrain Components
- MaterialHAWA
- Lead-free bronze meets NSF/ANSI 61 and 372 for potable water
- Rated 577 psi at 200 °F for high-pressure reliability
- 1/2 in sweat-to-FNPT transition simplifies copper-to-thread connections
- Cast C87850 DZR alloy resists dezincification in aggressive water
- Produced under ISO 9001 quality system and ASME B16.18 standard
1/2" Drop Adapter Trap
The Nibco 7035LF-12 is a cast DZR brass drop adapter trap designed for potable water systems. It connects a 1/2 inch copper sweat fitting on one side to a 1/2 inch FNPT threaded connection on the other. The fitting meets ASME B16.18, NSF/ANSI 61, and NSF/ANSI 372 standards for safe drinking water applications.
Sustained Pressure and Temperature Performance
This adapter is rated for a maximum operating pressure of 577 psi and a maximum operating temperature of 200 degrees F. The bronze construction using material grade C87850 maintains structural integrity under continuous high-pressure conditions without deformation. Compliance with ISO 9001 manufacturing standards ensures consistent material quality across production batches.
Installation Compatibility Checks
Verify that your existing piping uses 1/2 inch copper tube with a 5/8 inch outer diameter for the sweat connection side. Confirm the mating component has a 1/2 inch FNPT thread profile for the adapter side. Ensure the system operating parameters do not exceed the stated pressure and temperature limits for this fitting.
Highlights
- Lead-free bronze meets NSF/ANSI 61 and 372 for potable water
- Rated 577 psi at 200 °F for high-pressure reliability
- 1/2 in sweat-to-FNPT transition simplifies copper-to-thread connections
- Cast C87850 DZR alloy resists dezincification in aggressive water
- Produced under ISO 9001 quality system and ASME B16.18 standard
Specifications
| Type | Drain Components |
|---|---|
| Material | HAWA |
| Brand | Nibco |
| Model | 7035LF-12 |
Questions about this item
How much heat can the 1/2" C x FNPT drop adapter handle during continuous hot-water circulation?
The bronze body is rated for a maximum operating temperature of 200 degrees F, so it will not degrade under normal domestic hot-water loop conditions.
What pipe and tube sizes must already be in place for this 7035LF-12 adapter to connect without extra reducers?
You need a 1/2 in copper tube with a 5/8 in outer diameter on the sweat side and a 1/2 in FNPT threaded port on the mating fitting.
Will this C87850 bronze adapter meet the same lead-free and potable-water standards as older brass traps still in the system?
Yes, it complies with NSF/ANSI 372 and NSF/ANSI 61 for lead-free potable water use, matching current code requirements for the existing installation.
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