BSPT
BSPT stands for British Standard Pipe Taper, a standardized form of screw thread used to join pipes and fittings in hydraulic, pneumatic, and plumbing systems. It is one of the two main BSP thread types, the other being BSPP (British Standard Pipe Parallel). BSPT threads are designed to seal by wedging together as the threads tighten.
Key characteristics of BSPT include a tapered profile and a 55-degree thread angle. The taper is typically
sealing methods: In practice, the seal is achieved through the wedging action of the taper, often
Standards and usage: BSPT threads have historical roots in the British standard BS 21 and have been
Applications: BSPT is widely used in plumbing, hydraulics, and industrial machinery in the UK, Europe, and many