What Is NPT National Pipe Thread Standard ASME B1.20.1 and Why Does It Matter for Pneumatic Systems?
NPT (National Pipe Thread) standard ASME B1.20.1 defines tapered pipe threads with a 1:16 taper that create reliable seals through thread deformation rather than gaskets, making it the most widely used threading standard for pneumatic cylinders and air system connections in North America.