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Lateral fitting (also called wye) with three openings for connecting and branching three pipes
Fitting welds to tubes on all three ends
Stainless steel 316L for strength and greater ease in welding than 304-grade steel
Maximum operating pressure rating of 250 psi at 70 degrees F ambient temperature
Meets 3-A Sanitary Standards Number 63-03 for sanitary fitting (authorization number 621)
This Dixon B28WA-R series polished weld lateral sanitary fitting is made of stainless steel 316L and connects one tube to two tubes going in the same direction. It is made of stainless steel 316L for strength, enhanced resistance to corrosion, and greater ease in welding than stainless steel 304. The lower carbon content of the material minimizes harmful carbide precipitation due to welding. This lateral fitting (or wye) is Y-shaped and connects three tubes through a main run and two branch lines that split off at a 45-degree angle. Pipe dimensions for wyes are represented as A x B x C. "A" and "B" indicate the main run on the fitting, and "C" indicates the branch. This fitting welds onto tubing on all three ends and is used for permanent installations to create a tight seal against leaks. It has a maximum operating pressure rating of 250 pounds per square inch (psi) at 70 degrees F ambient temperature and meets 3-A Sanitary Standards Number 63-03 for sanitary fittings (authorization number 621). This polished weld lateral sanitary fitting is suitable for use in food, beverage, and dairy applications. Pipe and tube fittings are components used for connecting, terminating, controlling flow, and changing the direction of piping in many different industries. Sanitary fittings are used in the food, beverage, biotech, pharmaceutical, and other sanitary process industries to transport fluids through pipe lines and are available in a range of materials, finishes, and shapes. When purchasing fittings, consider the application, as this will affect material type, shape, size, and required durability. Fittings are available threaded or unthreaded, in many shapes, styles, sizes, and schedules (pipe wall thickness). Dixon Valve & Coupling Company manufactures pipe and hose fittings and accessories. The company, founded in 1916, is headquartered in Chestertown, MD.