BSP pipe thread query

Aug 20, 2006 2 Replies

Out of curiosity (having nearly bought the wrong fitting today) can anyone explain the background to why a fitting designated 1/2 inch BSP relates to a thread diameter of roughly 3/4 inch?



My best guess is this the bore size of older iron/lead pipes.....?



TIA, Midge


Your guess is correct.

Steve

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