2 inch Carbon Steel 411 G Gas Press Tee Press x Press x Press

2" Carbon Steel Press Tee – Press x Press x Press Fitting for Hydronic and Potable Water Systems

The 2" Carbon Steel Press Tee is a mechanically joined pipe fitting designed to branch 2" carbon steel piping systems. This tee features three press connections, allowing for secure installation without welding, threading, or soldering. It is commonly used in closed-loop hydronic heating, chilled water, compressed air, and potable water systems that require quick and reliable installations with reduced downtime.

Manufactured from carbon steel per ASTM A53 or A106 standards and equipped with EPDM sealing elements, this press tee supports operating pressures up to 200 PSI and temperatures up to 250°F. The fitting is intended for use with schedule 10 or schedule 40 carbon steel pipe and is compatible with standard press tools and jaws.

Product Specifications

• ✅ Material: Carbon Steel
• ✅ Size: 2 inch nominal pipe size
• ✅ Connection Type: Press x Press x Press (three female press ends)
• ✅ Sealing Element: EPDM (ethylene propylene diene monomer) – pre-installed
• ✅ Pressure Rating: 200 PSI maximum working pressure (dependent on system design)
• ✅ Temperature Range: 0°F to 250°F (EPDM compatible)
• ✅ Standards: Conforms to ASME B16.9 and IAPMO/ANSI LC-4 press fitting requirements

Installation Requirements

This press tee must be installed using a compatible press tool with properly sized jaws or rings certified for carbon steel press fittings. Pipe ends should be deburred, marked for insertion depth, and free of debris prior to joining. Press connections do not require thread sealant or tape. Always verify that the press indicator has been properly deformed to confirm a successful connection. Installers must follow manufacturer guidelines and local mechanical code requirements.

Common Applications

Typical installations include hot water heating systems, closed-loop hydronic piping, process water distribution, low-pressure steam return lines, and non-potable industrial water systems. This tee is also acceptable for use in select potable water systems when approved by local code and paired with NSF 61-compliant components.

Material and Performance Insight

Carbon steel press fittings offer mechanical strength comparable to traditional welded joints while reducing labor time and the need for hot work permits. Press technology also minimizes system shutdown times, making it suitable for both new construction and retrofit applications in commercial buildings and industrial facilities.

Technical Summary

• Nominal Size: 2 inch
• Material: Carbon Steel (ASTM A53/A106)
• End Connections: Press x Press x Press
• Seal Material: EPDM (factory-installed)
• Pressure Rating: Up to 200 PSI
• Certifications: ASME B16.9, IAPMO LC-4, NSF/ANSI 61 (when applicable)