Branch connectors
Review branch geometry, wall transitions and access to internal passages.
PLUMBING OEM
Plumbing Components
Plumbing OEMs shipping high volumes of brass fittings and connectors face rising material costs and chip scrap from machining. MIM 304 stainless delivers net-shape parts for complex plumbing geometries with stable material pricing.
Applications
Flanged junction components
Check mounting faces, intersecting passages and mating interfaces.
Coupling applications
Define connection design, sealing requirements and service conditions.
Tee fitting applications
Review the individual fitting geometry and the requirements of each connection.
Benefits for OEM Buyers
Reduced brass bar waste
MIM uses feedstock efficiently versus subtractive machining from round bar.
Potable water compatibility
304 with proper passivation supports NSF/ANSI 61-oriented programs when validated per your spec.
Stable high-volume pricing
Contract manufacturing economics improve when geometry and volume are stable year over year.
Faster SKU expansion
New fitting variants leverage existing MIM tooling families where possible.
Frequently Asked Questions
How does MIM compare to forged brass for plumbing fittings?
Forging suits simple symmetrical parts; MIM wins on complex internal geometry and annual volumes where machining steps multiply cost.
What certifications should we plan for?
Map NSF, WRAS, or regional potable water requirements early — material certs and process FAI support OEM audits.
Minimum order quantities?
MOQ depends on tooling cavitation and annual volume. Share forecast data for capacity planning.
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