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An HDPE (High-Density Polyethylene) spigot reducing tee is a type of pipe fitting used in HDPE piping systems to create a branching intersection between three pipes of varying diameters, with one of the branches having a different size than the others. The term "spigot reducing tee" describes the specific design and function of this fitting. Here's more information about HDPE spigot reducing tees: 1. **Material**: HDPE spigot reducing tees are typically made from high-density polyethylene, a durable and corrosion-resistant plastic widely used in various piping applications. 2. **Design**: A spigot reducing tee has three openings or branches. Two of these branches have the same diameter, and the third branch has a smaller diameter. The two larger branches are designed to receive the larger-diameter HDPE pipes, and the smaller branch accommodates the smaller-diameter HDPE pipe. The "spigot" end of the tee can be inserted into one of the larger pipes to create a secure and leak-resistant connection. 3. **Connection**: Spigot reducing tees are joined to the HDPE pipes using fusion methods, such as butt fusion or electrofusion. These methods involve heating the ends of the pipes and the spigot reducing tee and fusing them together, ensuring a strong and homogeneous connection. 4. **Applications**: HDPE spigot reducing tees are used in situations where a pipeline needs to branch into two different-sized pipes. This is common in water supply systems, wastewater management, industrial processes, and other applications where fluid distribution and direction changes are required while maintaining the structural integrity and leak resistance of the HDPE pipeline. Spigot reducing tees are important components in HDPE piping systems, allowing for the efficient branching of pipelines while adapting to changes in pipe size. These fittings are valued for their durability, resistance to corrosion, and chemical compatibility, making them suitable for a wide range of applications.
