316 Stainless Steel BSP Reducing Socket engineered for hygienic, corrosion-resistant plumbing in food & beverage processing, marine applications and corrosive industrial environments. Precision-machined from premium 316 stainless steel for long service life and reliable sealing. What This Fitting Does A reducing socket is used to join two male BSP-threaded components of different sizes. It provides a female-to-female connection that steps down thread size while maintaining strong mechanical integrity and clean internal flow. Why Choose a Reducing Socket? Ideal for reducing male threads inline without complex adapters. Provides a deeper thread engagement than reducing bushes in some installations. Excellent for pipe extensions and equipment transitions where thread reduction is required. Smooth, uniform bore helps maintain consistent flow with minimal turbulence. Material Advantages - 316 Stainless Steel Outstanding corrosion resistance to chemicals, hot water, saltwater and sanitising agents. Safe for breweries, wineries, dairies, distilleries and food-processing environments. Ideal for marine and highly corrosive industrial applications. Retains mechanical strength under pressure, heat and frequent CIP cycles. Common Applications Reducing male outlets on pumps, tanks and manifolds Washdown and hot/cold water plumbing Food & beverage transfer systems Marine and chemical-handling pipelines Each reducing socket is precision-machined from solid 316 stainless steel, providing dependable, hygienic thread reduction for sanitary and corrosive environments.