{"product_id":"green-leaf-3-8-in-mpt-x-1-4-in-d-fnpt-polypropylene-reducer-bushing","title":"Green Leaf 3\/8 in. MPT X 1\/4 in. D FNPT Polypropylene Reducer Bushing","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eGreen Leaf 3\/8 in. MPT x 1\/4 in. FNPT Polypropylene Reducer Bushing\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Green Leaf 3\/8 in. MPT x 1\/4 in. FNPT Polypropylene Reducer Bushing is a compact, dependable connector designed to gracefully transition from 3\/8 inch male pipe threads to 1\/4 inch female NPT fittings. Crafted from durable polypropylene, this reducer bushing blends ease of use with reliable performance for light-duty plumbing and irrigation setups.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eKey specifications at a glance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrand:\u003c\/strong\u003e Green Leaf\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Polypropylene\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEnd 1:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3\/8 in MPT (Male Pipe Thread)\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEnd 2:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1\/4 in FNPT (Female NPT)\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEnd 1 Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e MPT\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEnd 2 Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e FNPT\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePackaging:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bagged\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber in Package:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAverage Lead Content:\u003c\/strong\u003e Low Lead\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIAPMO Certified:\u003c\/strong\u003e No\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNSF Listed:\u003c\/strong\u003e No\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUnderground Rated:\u003c\/strong\u003e Unknown\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e \u003ch3\u003eWhat makes this reducer bushing stand out\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSimple, space-saving connection\u003c\/strong\u003e: Converts a 3\/8 inch male thread to a 1\/4 inch female thread in a single, straightforward piece, reducing the need for multiple fittings.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePolypropylene durability\u003c\/strong\u003e: Lightweight and resistant to many chemicals, polypropylene handles everyday household and light commercial water applications without corrosion or rust.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLow lead content\u003c\/strong\u003e: A safer choice for plumbing projects where lead exposure is a consideration, aligning with broader efforts to minimize lead in certain systems.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNo-wuss installation\u003c\/strong\u003e: Shrug off soldering or complex assembly—tighten onto compatible threads with standard NPT compatibility and appropriate sealing methods.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e \u003ch3\u003eIdeal uses and practical scenarios\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eGarden irrigation lines and drip systems where a 3\/8\" supply thread must connect to a 1\/4\" fixture or emitter.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eResidential water lines in light-duty configurations where a quick, reliable thread transition is needed without metallic fittings.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003ePortable or temporary setups in small shops or hobbyist projects where plastic fittings offer easy handling and resistance to corrosion.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e \u003ch3\u003eInstallation tips for reliable performance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eEnsure threads are clean and free of debris before assembly.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eUse a thread sealant or PTFE tape rated for plastic\/NPT connections to improve seal and prevent leaks. Apply sparingly to the male threads to avoid excess material entering the fitting.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eHand-tighten, then give a firm final turn with a wrench. 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