Pegler XPress Press-Fit Copper Female Branch Tee 15mm to 76.1mm

The Pegler XPress Press-Fit Copper Female Branch Tee has Press-Fit ends on the run and a female BSP threaded branch in the middle. It lets you take a threaded connection straight off a copper pipe without an extra adaptor.

What it’s used for

Gauges, thermometers, sensor pockets, air vents and drain cocks all screw into a tee like this. It is also handy for a threaded test point on a commercial run. On larger pipe sizes with a 1/2″ branch, it does the job of a boss without any welding or brazing.

This tee belongs to the Xpress copper system used on heating, hot and cold water and chilled water. For gas work, there’s a separate gas version with yellow marking.

Sizes available

• 1/2″ branch: 15mm, 22mm, 28mm, 35mm, 42mm, 54mm and 76.1mm runs
• 3/4″ branch: 22mm and 28mm runs

Fitting tips

If you can, fit the threaded item into the branch first, so you aren’t straining the pressed joints when you tighten it. Use PTFE or a suitable sealant on the male thread going in. Cut and deburr the tube, mark the depth, and line the branch up before pressing.

Equal tees and reduced tees are in our Xpress copper Press-Fit range.

Branch tees at Plumb Parts Glasgow

Call in at the Plumb Parts trade counter on 555 South Street, Glasgow G14 0QX, or order online. Open Mon-Fri 8am-5pm, Sat-Sun 8am-1pm.

Specification

• Brand: Pegler XPress
• Range: Xpress Copper
• Maker code: S30; article numbers 38585 (15mm x 15mm x 1/2″), 38591 (22mm x 22mm x 1/2″), 38587 (22mm x 22mm x 3/4″), 38592 (28mm x 28mm x 1/2″), 38593 (28mm x 28mm x 3/4″), 38594 (35mm x 35mm x 1/2″), 38596 (42mm x 42mm x 1/2″), 38597 (54mm x 54mm x 1/2″), 38190 (76.1mm x 76.1mm x 1/2″), 38191 (108mm x 108mm x 1/2″)
• Material: Copper (Cu-DHP)
• Connection: Press Fit with EPDM seal on the run, female BSP thread on the branch
• Sizes: 15mm x 15mm x 1/2″, 22mm x 22mm x 1/2″, 22mm x 22mm x 3/4″, 28mm x 28mm x 1/2″, 28mm x 28mm x 3/4″, 35mm x 35mm x 1/2″, 42mm x 42mm x 1/2″, 54mm x 54mm x 1/2″ and 76.1mm x 76.1mm x 1/2″
• Standard or approval: EN 1254-7 press fittings, BSI certificate KM 789225 (water fittings)
• Max pressure: 16 bar
• Suitable for: Hot and cold water, heating and chilled water on hard and half-hard copper tube; not gas
• Max temperature: -20°C to +110°C

Common Questions

What can go into the 1/2 inch branch?

A gauge, thermometer pocket, sensor, air vent or drain cock with a 1/2″ male thread. The 22mm and 28mm tees also come with a 3/4″ branch.

Is there a 76.1mm female branch tee?

Yes, the listing includes 76.1mm x 76.1mm x 1/2″. That gives a threaded tapping on a large main with no brazing.

Which press jaw do I use?

Use the jaw for the run size on a tool approved for Xpress. The branch is threaded, so it is not pressed.