1/2 MIP vs 1/2 NPT

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• Jun 19, 2009

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need a plug for a thermostatic valves bottom outlet

Don't see 1/2 NPT, stupid question... Is 1/2 MIP the same thing?

 

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• Jun 19, 2009

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Of course. 1/2" national pipe thread is 1/2" IPS, as is 1/2" MIP.

 

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• Jun 19, 2009

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Sweat in a copper stub with a cap.

 

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• Jun 20, 2009

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NPT= national pipe thread
MIP= male iron pipe
FIP=female iron pipe.

all use the same threads, at lest here in t he USA