This nipple meets the standards for ASTM A53/A733, has a length of 2⅝ inch, a maximum operating pressure of 300 psi @ 150 Degrees F and is designed for the following applications: air, gas, non-potable water, oil, steam. It is made of Grade A-grade steel with a black anodized finish/coating. In addition, it has 3½ inch outside diameter, 3 1/16 inch inside diameter and is Schedule 40, with 0.203 inch wall thickness.