Pipe/Hose Thread Standard Abbreviations
NST
(NHT or CHT) |
National Standard Thread - Common designation for US Fire Hose fittings. This thread pattern is also known as National Hose Thread (NHT) or Chemical Hose Thread (CHT) |
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NPSH |
National Pipe Straight Hose
Pipe thread pitch but uses a gasket instead of tapered threads to achieve seal. Sometimes abbreviated as IPS. |
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NPT |
National Pipe Thread, which is also known as Tapered Iron Pipe Thread (TIPT) |
NOTE: ALL FIRE HOSE SHIPS VIA UPS GROUND or is available for IN-STORE PICKUP.