Black Malleable Iron Reducing Socket M x F

Black Malleable Iron Reducing Socket M x F

Black Malleable Iron Reducing Socket M x F used to connect a male threaded fitting with a female threaded fitting of different diameter.

At Plumb Parts in Glasgow, we stock a wide range of Black and Galvanised Malleable Iron Pipe Fittings. Due to their durability, corrosion resistance and mechanical strength these fittings are ideal when compared to grey cast iron and mild steel.

Black Malleable attachments are solidly made for long-lasting durability and dependability. Black Malleable Iron fire and corrosion-resistant properties make them especially useful for natural gas or hot water heating systems or plumbing applications making these fitting ideal to use in Schools, Nursing Homes, Hospitals, Warehouses, and Industrial Spaces.

Malleable iron pipe fittings are available in black and galvanised finishes with the majority of fittings having the BSI Kitemark approval and conforming to BS EN 10242 and have UL approval.

 Our stock of malleable iron fittings is of the Blackheart type which is ideally suited to pipe fittings and manufacturing processes which conforms to BS EN 1562.

Malleable Fittings Features & Benefits

Offer taper to taper threaded joints ensuring uniform stressing of threads due to full engagement between male and female threads, thus avoiding localised stress.

Made from ‘blackheart’ MI, ensuring even distribution of carbon content.

Specially tested fittings for high pressures above 25 bar

Have a full clear bore.

Threads with precise axial alignment ensure high sealing forces and a straight pipe run

Have a high factor of safety over the working pressure.

Fields of Application:

Sanitary, heating and gas installation

Cooling and air conditioning

Sprinkler and gas fire extinguishing systems

HVAC

Steam

General non-aggressive media

Construction of industrial plants (e.g. gas, emulsion, and pressured air pipework)

Machine construction (e.g. oil, cooling, and lubrication pipes)

Construction of petrol stations (gas lines)

Commercial and domestic vehicles construction

 Variations

 At Plumb Parts in Glasgow we keep a variety of Black and Galvanised Fittings including;

  Black Iron 45 deg Elbow F x F

 Black Iron 45 deg Elbow M x F

Black Iron 90 deg Elbow F x F

 Black Iron 90 deg Elbow M x F

Black Iron 90 deg Reducing Elbow F x F

Black Iron 90 deg Bend F x F

Black Iron 90 deg Bend M x F

Black Iron Back Nut

Black Iron Elbow Union M x F

Black Iron Elbow Union F x F

Black Iron Flanged Plug

Black Iron Plain Plug

Black Iron Hexagon Bush M x F

Black Iron Hexagon Cap

Black Iron Nipple M x M

Black Iron Reducing Nipple M x M

Black Iron Socket F x F

Black Iron Reducing Socket M x F

Black Iron Equal Tee

Black Iron Reducing Tee

Black Iron Straight Union M x F

Black Iron Straight Union F x F

Galvanised Iron 45 deg Elbow F x F

 Galvanised Iron 45 deg Elbow M x F

Galvanised Iron 90 deg Elbow F x F

 Galvanised Iron 90 deg Elbow M x F

Galvanised Iron 90 deg Reducing Elbow F x F

Galvanised Iron 90 deg Bend F x F

Galvanised Iron 90 deg Bend M x F

Galvanised Iron Back Nut

Galvanised Iron Elbow Union M x F

Galvanised Iron Elbow Union F x F

Galvanised Iron Flanged Plug

Galvanised Iron Plain Plug

Galvanised Iron Hexagon Bush M x F

Galvanised Iron Hexagon Cap

Galvanised Iron Nipple M x M

Galvanised Iron Reducing Nipple M x M

Galvanised Iron Socket F x F

Galvanised Iron Reducing Socket M x F

Galvanised Iron Equal Tee

Galvanised Iron Reducing Tee

Galvanised Iron Straight Union M x F

Galvanised Iron Straight Union F x F

Specification

• Material: Black malleable iron
• Connection: Male BSP one end, smaller female BSP the other
• Sizes: 23 sizes from 1/4″ x 1/8″ up to 4″ x 3″
• Suitable for: Stepping down the size on screwed steel pipe

Common Questions

What is a reducing socket? It joins two threaded parts of different sizes in a straight line. This MxF version has a male thread on one end and a female thread on the other.

What thread do black malleable iron fittings use? They have taper threads, so the joint tightens up as the male and female threads engage fully. Seal them with PTFE tape or a suitable jointing compound.

Can you use black iron fittings for water? They’re well suited to heating systems, but black iron isn’t the right choice for drinking water as it can rust inside. For drinking water, pick a material approved for it.

Can you use black iron for natural gas? Yes, gas pipework is one of the main uses for black malleable fittings. Any gas work must be carried out by a Gas Safe registered engineer.

Can you weld black iron fittings? These are made to be screwed together, not welded. Use the threaded joints as intended.

Can you paint black iron pipe and fittings? Yes. Clean off any oil and dirt first, then use a primer and paint suited to metal.

What sizes does the reducing socket come in? They start at 1/4 inch x 1/8 inch and go up to 4 inch x 3 inch.