Can the Connection - tee "T" with BSPT male thread, brass, type AI 13220 be used with plastic pipes like polyamide without additional adaptors?

Yes . Connection - tee "T" with BSPT male thread, brass, type AI 13220 can be used with plastic pipes such as polyamide without additional adaptors. The product description explicitly lists plastic pipes (e.g., polyamide) among compatible materials, and it accommodates external pipe diameters from 4 to 22 mm. Sealing and mechanical retention are achieved by crimping a ring onto the pipe and tightening the nut to press the ring and pipe into the socket, per EN 1254-2. Important notes: ensure the polyamide pipe diameter falls within 4â22 mm; use the correct crimping ring and proper crimping procedure specified for the fitting and pipe material; verify any project-specific temperature, pressure, or chemical compatibility limits for polyamide to confirm suitability.

Is Connection - tee "T" with BSPT male thread, brass, type AI 13220 suitable for repeated disassembly and reassembly without losing seal integrity?

Connection - tee "T" with BSPT male thread, brass, type AI 13220 is not suitable for repeated disassembly and reassembly without loss of seal integrity. The described design achieves tightness by crimping a ring onto the pipe and pressing it into the socket with a nut (EN 1254-2), which is a permanent crimped joint intended for single assembly. Repeated disassembly will deform or damage the crimped ring and pipe end, compromising the seal. For applications requiring frequent assembly/disassembly, use a reusable compression, threaded, or mechanical push-fit fitting designed for that purpose.

Does Connection - tee "T" with BSPT male thread, brass, type AI 13220 require specific crimping tools for reliable installation?

Connection - tee "T" with BSPT male thread, brass, type AI 13220 does require appropriate crimping tools for reliable installation. The product description specifies that tightness is achieved by crimping a ring on the connected pipe and pressing the ring together with the pipe into the socket using a nut. To ensure a durable, leak-free jointâespecially across the supported materials (copper, brass, steel, aluminum, and plastic like polyamide) and pipe diameters 4â22 mmâyou should use a crimping tool or press tool sized for the specific ring and pipe diameter. Using the correct crimping jaws/dies and following the manufacturerâs crimping specifications (pressure, jaw type, and location) prevents under- or over-crimping, deformation of the pipe, and potential leaks. For compliance with EN 1254-2 and long-term reliability, employ professional crimping equipment and verify each joint (visual inspection and pressure testing) after installation.

“T” tee connector with a BSPT male thread, brass, type AI 13220

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Material	B – brass (bronze)

“T” tee connector with a BSPT male thread type AI 13220 intended for joining copper, brass, steel, aluminum, etc. pipes as well as plastic pipes and hoses (e.g. polyamide). Range of external diameters of the joined pipes from 4 to 22 mm. The tightness of the connection is achieved by clamping the ring onto the joined pipe and simultaneously pressing the pipe with the ring into the socket by means of a nut. Standard: EN 1254-2. Material: brass.

List of product variants

Article number	Product variant name	DN	BAR	Availability	Actions
AI-13220-04-02	Fitting - tee T, 2 x tube 4 mm, 1/8" BSPT male	-	150	In stock	Enquiry
AI-13220-06-02	Fitting - tee T, 2 x tube 6 mm, 1/8" BSPT male	-	150	In stock	Enquiry
AI-13220-06-04	Fitting - tee T, 2 x tube 6 mm, 1/4" BSPT male	-	150	In stock	Enquiry
AI-13220-08-02	Fitting - tee T, 2 x tube 8 mm, 1/8" BSPT male	-	135	In stock	Enquiry
AI-13220-08-04	Fitting - tee T, 2 x tube 8 mm, 1/4" BSPT male	-	135	In stock	Enquiry
AI-13220-08-06	Fitting - tee T, 2 x tube 8 mm, 3/8" BSPT male	-	135	In stock	Enquiry
AI-13220-10-04	Fitting - tee T, 2 x tube 10 mm, 1/4" BSPT male	-	95	In stock	Enquiry
AI-13220-10-06	Fitting - tee T, 2 x tube 10 mm, 3/8" BSPT male	-	95	In stock	Enquiry
AI-13220-10-08	Fitting - tee T, 2 x tube 10 mm, 1/2" BSPT male	-	95	In stock	Enquiry
AI-13220-12-04	Fitting - tee T, 2 x tube 12 mm, 1/4" BSPT male	-	75	In stock	Enquiry
AI-13220-12-06	Fitting - tee T, 2 x tube 12 mm, 3/8" BSPT male	-	75	In stock	Enquiry
AI-13220-12-08	Fitting - tee T, 2 x tube 12 mm, 1/2" BSPT male	-	75	In stock	Enquiry
AI-13220-14-06	Fitting - tee T, 2 x tube 14 mm, 3/8" BSPT male	-	100	In stock	Enquiry
AI-13220-14-08	Fitting - tee T, 2 x tube 14 mm, 1/2" BSPT male	-	100	In stock	Enquiry
AI-13220-15-08	Fitting - tee T, 2 x tube 15 mm, 1/2" BSPT male	-	95	In stock	Enquiry
AI-13220-16-08	Fitting - tee T, 2 x tube 16 mm, 1/2" BSPT male	-	95	In stock	Enquiry
AI-13220-18-08	Fitting - tee T, 2 x tube 18 mm, 1/2" BSPT male	-	70	In stock	Enquiry
AI-13220-18-12	Fitting - tee T, 2 x tube 18 mm, 3/4" BSPT male	-	70	In stock	Enquiry
AI-13220-22-12	Fitting - tee T, 2 x tube 22 mm, 3/4" BSPT male	-	70	In stock	Enquiry

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“T” tee connector with a BSPT male thread type AI 13220 intended for joining copper, brass, steel, aluminum, etc. pipes as well as plastic pipes and hoses (e.g. polyamide). Range of external diameters of the joined pipes from 4 to 22 mm. The tightness of the connection is achieved by clamping the ring onto the joined pipe and simultaneously pressing the pipe with the ring into the socket by means of a nut. Standard: EN 1254-2. Material: brass.