Anvil 8700150454, Steel Pipe Fitting, Nipple, 3/4" NPT Male x 2-1/2" Length, Galvanized Finish Nipple for joining two pipes or extending pipe length Male National Pipe Taper (NPT) threads on both ends for connecting female threaded pipes and fittings Made from steel for greater rust resistance than iron NPT threads for creating tighter seals than straight threads Meets specifications ASTM A53 and ASME B 1.20.1 for quality assurance