The ZORO SELECT - 40HC111N012 is a stainless steel half coupling designed for connecting pipes or tubes with one end shortened to engage a single pipe. Made from 304 stainless steel, this half coupling is intended for use in air, natural gas, non-potable water, oil, potable water, and steam systems within Class 150 pressure ratings. It features female National Pipe Taper (FNPT) threaded connections on both ends sized at 1/2 inch with 14 threads per inch, allowing it to join or reduce branch connections where a full-length coupling is unnecessary. It is rated to Class 150 pressure standards with a maximum operating pressure of 300 psi and a maximum steam pressure of 150 psi. Key Features: - Material: 304 Stainless Steel, conforming to ASTM-A-351 standard. - Connection Type: FNPT female threaded ends on both sides with NPT type threading. - Size: 1/2 inch nominal pipe size - Pressure Rating: Class 150, maximum operating pressure 300 psi. - Steam Pressure Rating: Maximum steam pressure of 150 psi. - Thread Details: 14 threads per inch on both Side A and Side B. - Overall Length: 17.6 mm. - Applications: Intended for use in air, natural gas, non-potable water, oil, potable water, and steam within Class 150 pressure ratings. - Standards Compliance: Meets MSS-SP-114 Class 150 pressure ratings and threads conform to ANSI B1.20.1. - Low Lead Compliance: Certified compliant for potable water systems. - Does not include pre-applied thread sealant or sealing components.