BSPT Thread Fittings

BSPT Thread Fittings

As Fire Protection Manufacturers, we offer NPT and BSPT standard pipe fittings for a wide range of fire protection systems. Our NPT and BSPT thread fittings are designed to ensure reliable, leak-proof connections in various piping applications, including water, gas, and hydraulic systems. We provide high-quality fittings that meet international standards, ensuring optimal performance and safety for fire protection systems.

BSPT Thread Meaning​

BSPT thread fittings stand for British Standard Pipe Taper Thread, featuring a tapered design for enhanced sealing and leak prevention.

  • Tapered thread: BSPT’s outer diameter increases while the inner diameter decreases, improving sealing performance.
  • Main application: Commonly used for connecting fluid, gas, and fire protection pipeline systems.

The Difference between BSPT and BSPP Threads

  • BSPT (Tapered): Tapered thread. It is mainly used for high-pressure applications requiring good sealing.
  • BSPP (Parallel): Parallel thread. It is used in low-pressure applications, requiring a sealing gasket for a secure seal.

BSPT Pipe Thread Standard

BSPT threads follow the definition of the British Standard Pipe Thread (BSP). BSPT has different specifications, including:

  • BSPT 1/8″ to BSPT 6″ and other sizes.
  • The external thread is tapered, while the internal thread matches the design standards.

BSPT and NPT Thread Difference​

BSPT and NPT (National Pipe Thread) threads are both tapered threads used for pipe connections, but they have different standards and thread angles. They are not interchangeable.

  • The taper of BSPT threads is 1:16, while the taper of NPT threads is 1:1.5.
  • The standard unit used for BSPT threads is inches, while NPT threads are commonly used in the American system.

BSPT Thread Dimensions

Thread Size (Nominal) Threads per Inch (TPI) Pitch (mm) Major Diameter (mm) Minor Diameter (mm) Thread Depth (mm) Taper (1:16)
1/16 28 0.907 7.723 7.142 0.290 Yes
1/8 28 0.907 9.728 9.147 0.290 Yes
1/4 19 1.337 13.157 12.301 0.428 Yes
3/8 19 1.337 16.662 15.806 0.428 Yes
1/2 14 1.814 20.955 19.793 0.582 Yes
3/4 14 1.814 26.441 25.279 0.582 Yes
1 11 2.309 33.249 31.551 0.849 Yes
1-1/4 11 2.309 41.910 40.212 0.849 Yes
1-1/2 11 2.309 47.803 46.105 0.849 Yes
2 11 2.309 59.614 57.916 0.849 Yes
2-1/2 11 2.309 75.184 73.486 0.849 Yes
3 11 2.309 87.884 86.186 0.849 Yes
4 11 2.309 113.030 111.332 0.849 Yes