
Product Overview
Grooved Reducing TEE is manufactured by Junyue for grooved piping systems, fire protection networks, and industrial fluid handling. Constructed from ductile iron conforming to ASTM A536, rated for a maximum working pressure of 300 PSI, and available with UL and FM approvals.
Product Description
Detailed Description
| XGQT04G Grooved Reducing TEE |
|---|
| Nominal |
| --- |
| Size |
| in |
| 2×1 |
| 2×1-1/4 |
| 2×1-1/2 |
| 2-1/2×1 |
| 2-1/2×1-1/4 |
| 2-1/2×1-1/2 |
| 2-1/2×2 |
| 2-1/2×1 |
| 2-1/2×1-1/4 |
| 2-1/2×1-1/2 |
| 2-1/2×2 |
| 3× 2 |
| 3× 2-1/2 |
| 3× 2-1/2 |
| 4× 2 |
| 4× 2-1/2 |
| 4× 2-1/2 |
| 4× 3 |
| 5×2 |
| 5×2-1/2 |
| 5×3 |
| 5×4 |
| 5×2 |
| 5×2-1/2 |
| 5×3 |
| 5×4 |
Product Overview
Reducing Tee is a core pipe fitting designed for fluid diversion and confluence in piping systems. With different diameters on the main and branch ends, it enables direct connection of pipes with varying sizes without additional reducers. It is widely used in fire protection, water supply, HVAC, and industrial fluid transmission systems.
Dimension Specifications
- Nominal Size: Marked in inches in the format of "main pipe size × branch pipe size", clearly distinguishing the main and branch diameters. It covers a full range of reducing combinations from 2"×1" to 12"×10", including non-standard half-inch sizes such as 1-1/4", 1-1/2", and 2-1/2", to meet the matching needs of different piping systems.
- Outer Diameter (OD): The actual outer diameters of the main and branch pipes are marked in millimeters, strictly matching ASME/GB standard pipe dimensions. This ensures perfect fit between the fitting and the corresponding pipe, eliminating gaps and misalignment to guarantee sealing performance.
- Fitting Length (L): The total length from the center to the end face of the tee is marked in millimeters. Reducing tees with the same main pipe size adopt a unified length design, facilitating standardized prefabricated installation, reducing construction errors, and improving on-site installation efficiency.
Key Features
- Precise Fit with Standard Pipes: All outer diameters and lengths strictly comply with industry standards, ensuring perfect compatibility with conventional pipes for direct installation without additional processing.
- Flexible Reducing Design: Supports various combinations of main and branch pipe diameters, enabling direct reducing branches in piping systems. This reduces the number of fittings used, lowers pressure drop, and optimizes fluid transmission efficiency.
- Standardized Installation Dimensions: Uniform length for fittings with the same main pipe size facilitates prefabrication and quick on-site connection, significantly improving construction efficiency and reducing installation costs.
- Multi-Material Compatibility: Materials such as ductile iron, carbon steel, and stainless steel are available according to application requirements, meeting usage demands under different medium characteristics, pressure levels, and temperature conditions.
Applications
- Branch connections in fire sprinkler and hydrant piping systems, adapting to reducing needs of different diameter fire pipes.
- Diversion and confluence nodes in municipal water supply and sewage treatment projects.
- Process branch designs in industrial fluid transmission pipelines for oil & gas, chemical, and power plants.
- Reducing branches in HVAC heating and cooling circulation pipelines to optimize flow distribution.
Compatibility
Drop-in replacement
This Junyue grooved piping component is engineered for seamless compatibility with Victaulic Style 07 and Grinnell system layouts. Verify pipe OD, groove profile, gasket compound, pressure class, and project approvals before specifying as a replacement.
Technical FAQ
Application limits
- Can it be used for steam above 150 C?
- No. Do not use for steam above 150 C unless a written project-specific approval, rated gasket, and compatible body material are confirmed.
- Can it replace any grooved fitting without checking pipe OD?
- No. Pipe OD, groove standard, working pressure, gasket material, and certification scope must be matched.
- Is it suitable for potable water by default?
- No. Potable water use requires confirmation of coating, gasket compound, local sanitary approval, and project compliance.
- Can it be used in corrosive chemical service?
- Not by default. Chemical compatibility must be verified against the medium, concentration, temperature, and coating system.
Order & Delivery
Shipping and lead time
- Factory: Weifang, Shandong, China
- Port: Qingdao Port, approx. 2 hours
- Lead Time: FCL 15-20 days
- Certificate: EN 10204 3.1 mill test certificate available
Certifications
Quality & compliance
Junyue products are manufactured under ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and ISO 45001 management systems, with UL listings and CE marking for international markets.










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