1-1/2" Copper ProPress Tee – Press Tee for Plumbing & Fire Protection Branching

The 1-1/2" Copper ProPress Tee is a high-performance, flame-free fitting engineered for fast, professional-grade copper pipe branching in commercial plumbing systems and fire protection networks. Whether you’re building out a water supply riser or branching a sprinkler loop, this tee provides a clean, secure connection that meets national code — without soldering or flux.

Made from lead-free copper and pre-fitted with EPDM O-rings, this press tee is ready to install straight out of the box. Its full press design allows for safe, torch-free installations, making it the perfect choice for no-hot-work sites and projects requiring fast turnarounds.

Compatible with all major press systems — including Viega®, RIDGID®, NIBCO®, and Milwaukee® — this tee integrates easily into your workflow and saves significant time on every install.

🔧 Key Specifications:

• Size: 1-1/2" x 1-1/2" x 1-1/2"

• Material: Lead-free copper (ASTM B75/B88)

• Connection Type: Press (ProPress-compatible)

• Sealing Element: EPDM (pre-installed)

• Pressure Rating: Up to 250 PSI

• Temperature Range: -20°F to 250°F

• Certifications:

  • NSF/ANSI 61 (potable water approved)

  • NSF/ANSI 372 (lead-free compliant)

  • UPC/IAPMO listed

🔥 Designed For:

• Commercial plumbing water supply systems

• Branch piping in NFPA 13-compliant fire sprinkler installations

• Retrofit projects requiring flame-free methods

• Mechanical risers, utility rooms, and basements

• Multi-unit buildings, hospitals, and educational facilities

✅ Why Trade Pros Choose This Tee:

• 🔧 Flame-Free Installation: No soldering means faster, cleaner installs with less risk

• 💧 Reliable Sealing: Factory-installed EPDM seals create a consistent, leak-proof connection

• ⏱️ Time-Saving Design: Reduce labor time by up to 60% with press-to-connect efficiency

• 📏 Fully Code-Compliant: Certified for potable water and fire system use

• 🛠️ Tool-Compatible: Works with Viega®, Milwaukee®, RIDGID®, and other press systems

📦 What’s Included:

• (1) 1-1/2" Copper ProPress Tee

• EPDM seals installed and ready to press

• Bagged and boxed for jobsite delivery