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Low-lead cast bronze tee fitting with two 1/2-inch copper sweat ends and a 1/4-inch FNPT branch

Nibco, Inc.

Nibco, Inc. 712RLF-121214 Tee Trap 1/2" C x 1/2" C x 1/4" FNPT

SKU CH-AY01-6HZNM MPN 712RLF-121214

Low-lead cast bronze tee connects 1/2 inch copper tubes to a 1/4 inch FNPT outlet for potable water systems rated to 577 psi and 200 degrees Fahrenheit

  • TypeDrain Components
  • MaterialHAWA
  • Low-lead cast bronze construction supports potable water safety
  • Tee adapter connects 1/2" copper sweat to 1/4" FNPT in one fitting
  • Rated for 577 psi maximum operating pressure
  • Withstands temperatures up to 200 degrees F
  • Sweat-to-thread design simplifies copper-to-pipe transitions

Lead-Free Bronze Tee for Potable Water

This 1/2 inch copper sweat tee connects two 5/8 inch OD tubes and a 1/4 inch FNPT branch. Cast bronze construction meets low-lead requirements for potable water systems. Suitable for residential and commercial plumbing installations where a threaded outlet is needed on a copper line.

Rated for 577 psi at 200 Degrees F

The fitting withstands typical municipal supply pressures and hot-water temperatures without deformation. Bronze material resists corrosion and scaling in continuous potable water service. No moving parts or seals mean silent operation and no maintenance after installation.

Sweat Ends and FNPT Branch Simplify Transitions

Copper cup ends accept standard 1/2 inch tube for soldered joints while the female NPT outlet accepts threaded valves, gauges or drains. This single fitting replaces a separate tee and adapter, reducing potential leak paths. No additional software, gaskets or specialised tools are included or required.

Highlights

  • Low-lead cast bronze construction supports potable water safety
  • Tee adapter connects 1/2" copper sweat to 1/4" FNPT in one fitting
  • Rated for 577 psi maximum operating pressure
  • Withstands temperatures up to 200 degrees F
  • Sweat-to-thread design simplifies copper-to-pipe transitions

Specifications

TypeDrain Components
MaterialHAWA
BrandNibco
Model712RLF-121214

Questions about this item

How do I solder this tee to 1/2" copper tube without melting the bronze body?

Clean the 5/8" OD tube ends and the cup sockets, apply flux, heat the fitting evenly until solder flows into the joint, then let it cool naturally — overheating can weaken the cast bronze.

Will the FNPT threads need re-taping or replacement over time?

The 1/4" FNPT outlet is cast into the bronze body; if threads leak, re-apply PTFE tape or pipe dope — the threads themselves do not wear out under normal potable-water use.

At what temperature does this tee reach its pressure limit during continuous hot-water service?

The maximum operating temperature is 200 °F; above that the 577 psi pressure rating no longer applies, so sustained use must stay at or below 200 °F.

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