{"product_id":"hydraulic-hex-nipple-1-1-4-male-nptf-x-1-1-4-male-nptf-5404-20-20","title":"UnitedBuilt Choice Hex nipple, 1-1\/4\" male NPTF x 1-1\/4\" male NPTF – 5404-20-20","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eUnitedBuilt Choice 5404-20-20\u003c\/strong\u003e is a straight hex nipple with 1-1\/4\" male NPTF x 1-1\/4\" male NPTF.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eUse this hex nipple to join two compatible female pipe connections in a straight run. Both ends are male NPTF, so it can connect matching female fittings or ports without introducing a change in direction. Confirm the size at each connection and the space between the components before selecting a replacement.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eJoin two female pipe connections\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe central hex gives you a wrenching surface for assembly and removal. It also helps distinguish a hex nipple from a length of threaded pipe when planning tool access. The nominal pipe size describes the connection family, not the measured outside diameter of the male thread, and does not establish the nipple’s overall length.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\"\u003eFeature\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\"\u003eBenefit\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eMale threads at both ends\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eConnects two compatible female pipe fittings or ports.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eCentral wrench hex\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProvides a place to hold and tighten the nipple during assembly.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eStraight connection\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eKeeps the connected components aligned in a straight run.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003eTechnical specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\"\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\"\u003eDetail\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eBrand\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUnitedBuilt Choice\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003ePart number\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5404-20-20\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eSeries\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5404\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eConfiguration\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003estraight hex nipple\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eEnd 1\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1-1\/4\" male NPTF\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eEnd 1 thread\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1-1\/4-11.5\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eEnd 2\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1-1\/4\" male NPTF\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eEnd 2 thread\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1-1\/4-11.5\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003eBefore ordering\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDo not assume a suitable internal seat is present simply because a female NPSM swivel will screw onto the nipple. For ordinary tapered pipe connections, follow the supplier’s installation instructions and keep debris or excess sealant out of the circuit. Do not loosen a tightened tapered joint merely to obtain final alignment.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\"\u003eCheck\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\"\u003eWhat to confirm\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eBoth mating connections\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eConfirm compatible female tapered pipe threads of the stated nominal size and pitch.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eInstalled spacing\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCheck the actual nipple length, engagement and wrench clearance for the equipment layout.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eNPSM swivel use\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIf a female pipe swivel will mate to the nipple, separately confirm the required internal 30-degree seat.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eAssembly procedure\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUse the actual fitting supplier’s prescribed tightening and sealant or lubricant procedure.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003cp\u003eConfirm the supplied part’s pressure and temperature limits, material compatibility and suitability for the operating fluid before installation. Connection size alone does not establish a service rating. Isolate and fully depressurize the circuit before work, and follow the equipment and fitting supplier’s installation procedure.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eNeed help selecting the correct pipe nipple? Contact UnitedBuilt through online chat, email \u003ca href=\"mailto:parts@unitedbuilt.com\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eparts@unitedbuilt.com\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e, or call \u003ca href=\"tel:+16022537750\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e602-253-7750\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e with both port sizes, the existing part number and required installed spacing.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"UnitedBuilt Choice","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54026398531873,"sku":"0012875","price":37.53,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"url":"https:\/\/watertrucks.com\/products\/hydraulic-hex-nipple-1-1-4-male-nptf-x-1-1-4-male-nptf-5404-20-20","provider":"UnitedBuilt Equipment","version":"1.0","type":"link"}