
A Pipe Nipple is a short pipe (12 inches or less), with small opening which provides way for the liquids or gases to pass through the pipe. It has a male thread on each end and is used for extension from a fitting.
Some of the popular usages of Pipe Nipple are :
Used in fluid application to connect two FPT fittings.
Used in plumbing system or for ceiling and wall supports and extensions.
Used for ceiling or wall supports.
Used to extend shower riser.
Some of the common materials used in manufacturing Pipe Nipple are :
CPVC
PVC
Stainless Steel
A look at popular variants of Pipe Fitting Nipple:
Nippple close-NC
Usage : Male Pipe to Male Pipe connections
NIpple hex-NH
Usage : Male Pipe to Male Pipe connections
Nipple hex-NH
Usage : Male Pipe to Male Pipe connections
Reducing hex nipple- RHN (Male NPT Threads)
Usage : Male Pipe to Male Pipe connections
Reducing hex nipple-LHN
Usage : Male Pipe to Male Pipe connections
Long hex nipple- LHN (Male NPT Threads)
Usage : Male Pipe to Male Pipe connections
A few other types of nipples are:
Dielectric Nipple
Barbed Nipple
Brass Hex Nipple
Swage Nipple
Threaded Pipe Nipple