
PEX A Expansion 3/4" x 3/4" x 1/2" PEX Expansion Reducing Tee (Lead Free)
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¾″ × ¾″ × ½″ PEX-A Expansion Reducing Tee — Lead-Free Brass
Split high-volume ¾-inch mains into a ½-inch branch without throttling flow—perfect for fixture drops, zone feeds, and radiant circuits.
Key Performance Highlights
- ASTM F1960 Cold-Expansion Design — Triple barbed inserts and raised stop collars guarantee a 360° compression seal when paired with Conversions Tech® expansion sleeves.
- Full-Port ¾″ Run & ½″ Branch — Maintains main-line volume while providing a right-sized take-off to fixtures or secondary manifolds.
- Lead-Free DZR Brass (C693) — Corrosion-resistant alloy meets NSF/ANSI 61 & 372 for all potable-water installations.
- One-Piece Forged Body — No soldered seams; rated 250 psi for long-term reliability under dynamic pressure spikes.
- Nickel-Tin Micro-Plate — Shields brass from chlorinated water and harsh job-site handling.
- Universal Expansion-Tool Compatibility — Fits all battery, pneumatic, and manual heads sized for SDR-9 PEX-A.
Technical Specifications
Attribute | Value |
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Connection A (Run) | ¾ in. PEX-A — F1960 barb |
Connection B (Run) | ¾ in. PEX-A — F1960 barb |
Connection C (Branch) | ½ in. PEX-A — F1960 barb |
Material | Lead-free DZR brass (C693) |
Working Pressure | 250 psi @ 73 °F (derate per PEX temp curve) |
Service Temperature | -40 °F → 200 °F (-40 °C → 93 °C) |
Compliance | ASTM F1960 · ASTM F877 · NSF/ANSI 14 & 61 · NSF 372 (LF) |
Body Finish | Nickel-tin protective plate |
Typical Applications
- Branching ¾″ trunk lines to ½″ lavatory or kitchen supplies
- Feeding zone valves in hydronic/radiant manifolds
- Reducing take-offs for ice-maker or filter loops
- Retrofit tie-ins where existing mains are ¾″ but fixtures require ½″
Install Tip: Expand the sleeve and each pipe end until the collar meets the tool stop, insert quickly, then allow 5–7 seconds for full rebound—no crimp rings, no leaks.
California Prop 65 ⚠️ — This product is classified lead-free under NSF 372; no listed substances are intentionally added.
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