1" Copper ProPress Tee – Lead-Free Fitting for Potable Water & Fire Protection Lines

The 1" Copper ProPress Tee is a heavy-duty, flame-free solution for branching 1" copper pipe in commercial plumbing systems and fire protection piping networks. This press tee is built for speed, safety, and long-term reliability — making it a trusted choice for licensed plumbers, mechanical contractors, and fire system installers.

Manufactured from lead-free copper, this fitting features a factory-installed EPDM sealing element in each socket to create a secure, leak-resistant press connection. Whether you're adding a potable water branch in a multi-unit building or tapping into a fire riser line, this tee allows for fast, clean installations without soldering or flux.

It’s fully compatible with major press tool brands, including Viega®, RIDGID®, NIBCO®, and Milwaukee®, ensuring seamless integration into your existing tool setup.

🧰 Key Features:

• Size: 1" x 1" x 1"

• Connection Type: Copper Press (ProPress compatible)

• Material: Lead-free copper – ASTM B75/B88

• Sealing Element: Pre-installed EPDM O-rings

• Pressure Rating: 200–250 PSI

• Temperature Range: -20°F to 250°F

• Certifications:

  • NSF/ANSI 61 (potable water use)

  • NSF/ANSI 372 (lead-free compliant)

  • UPC/IAPMO Listed

✅ Applications:

• Potable water branch lines

• Fire protection branch piping

• Commercial risers and cross mains

• Water supply distribution in mechanical rooms

• Projects with no-hot-work policies

💡 Why It’s a Go-To for the Trade:

• 🔥 No Open Flame Required – Reduces liability and speeds up installation

• 💧 Leak-Free Performance – EPDM seals ensure long-term reliability

• 📏 Certified for Code Compliance – Meets national plumbing & fire protection standards

• 🧰 Tool Compatible – Use with Viega®, RIDGID®, NIBCO®, Milwaukee®, and more

• ⏱️ Time-Saving Design – No flux, no solder, no cleanup

📦 Included:

• (1) 1" Copper ProPress Tee

• Pre-installed EPDM seals

• Packaged for immediate installation