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Preferred branch connection, in or out of header pipe?
 
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Too many variables to answer that question. You'll need to provide more details for a better answer.

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depends on size of branch/header, material, wall thickness. Need more details. Preferred? Does that mean ease of installation, fabrication, or best design practice?
 
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Best design practice. ASME B31.8 shows either option without explanation. ANSI 150 4" std pipe branch on or in 8" std pipe header.
 
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Most common for this case would be a Reducing Tee. Could also use a straight tee with a reducer on the branch.
 
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