Service Nipple
AR Series
Provides a male threaded pipe connection to a metallic gas main which has been drilled and tapped with a parallel BSP thread. Usually used in conjunction with the upper part of a 2-part Top Service Tee, series AP.
Comprising a threaded Nipple Body compatible with site tapped parallel threads to BS21 (Rp) specification, the fitting has an internal Stopper Plug to allow it to be installed under pressure. The fitting has a shaped Washer to compress the rubber Gasket to make a gas tight seal between the Nipple and surface of the main. The outlet is a 2” BSPT Male thread which can be joined to a valve or 2-Part Top Tee head works. Suitable for low and medium pressure gas mains.