Galvanized Tees
A galvanized tee is a zinc-coated malleable cast iron fitting with three female-threaded ends, used to take a third direction of the same size from a water line. The coating protects the inner surface in contact with water at the branch point against rust.
Floor and apartment water distribution, sprinkler branches, irrigation valve outlets and tank connections are typical uses of galvanized tees. They are supplied in 10 sizes from 3/8″ to 4″.
Main Applications
- Floor and apartment water branches from risers
- Branch outlets from sprinkler mains
- Valve and drip line branches in irrigation lines
- Distribution at water tank and booster set outlets
- Fire hose cabinet supply lines
- Sampling and drain tappings in process water lines
Technical Data
| Fitting type | Equal tee, all three ends the same size |
|---|---|
| Product standard | TS EN 10242, design symbol A (manufacturer information) |
| Material | Malleable cast iron (depending on model) |
| Coating | Hot-dip galvanized, inside and outside |
| Coating mass | Average at least 500 g/m² (sales sheet information) |
| Thread | ISO 7-1 Rp parallel female thread on all three ends |
| Sizes | 3/8″, 1/2″, 3/4″, 1″, 1 1/4″, 1 1/2″, 2″, 2 1/2″, 3″, 4″ (product range) |
| Permissible pressure | 25 bar, −20 … +120 °C (EN 10242, design A) |
| Leak test | At least 5 bar air or 20 bar water (sales sheet information) |
| Connected pipe | Threaded galvanized steel pipe |
| Branch of a different size | With a galvanized reducing tee |
| Installation | Thread sealing tape, hemp or anaerobic sealant |
Material Options
| Part | Galvanized malleable iron | Black malleable iron | Stainless steel casting |
|---|---|---|---|
| Body | Malleable iron EN-GJMB-350-10 (depending on model) | Blackheart malleable cast iron B 350-10 | Investment casting 1.4408 (AISI 316 equivalent), depending on model |
| Surface | Hot-dip zinc | Black, uncoated | Stainless, uncoated |
| Thread | ISO 7-1 Rp female thread | ISO 7-1 Rp female thread | Depending on model |
| Pressure rating | 25 bar −20…120 °C (EN 10242) | 25 bar −20…120 °C, 20 bar 300 °C (EN 10242) | Depending on model |
| Suitable media | Cold domestic water, fire and irrigation water | Closed heating water, gas, compressed air | Corrosive media and media requiring hygiene |
Which material? If the branch carries fresh water a galvanized tee gives the same protection as the pipe; black tees are used in closed heating circuits and stainless tees in food and chemical lines.
Advantages
Protection Against Rust
- The zinc coating protects the inner surface of the branch
Three Directions in One Body
- Branching from the main line without extra fittings
Sprinkler Compatible
- Same surface as galvanized pipe and sprinkler lines
Wide Size Range
- 10 sizes from 3/8″ to 4″
Construction and Design Features
- Three Rp female-threaded ends; branch perpendicular to the main line
- Inner and outer surfaces hot-dip zinc coated
- One-piece cast body
- TS EN 10242 design A
Send the galvanized tee size and quantity; we will also suggest reducing tee options for branches of a different size.
How to Choose?
- Measure the main line sizeAll three ends of an equal tee match the main pipe size.
- Check the branchIf the branch is smaller, use a reducing tee or a tee plus reducer.
- Confirm the mediumChoose galvanized tees for fresh water and fire lines, black tees for closed heating.
- Compare the pressureMake sure the highest pressure of the line stays below the 25 bar limit.
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