Male Elbow

General Description:

Male Elbows are precision-engineered pipe fittings used to connect a tube to a male-threaded connection at a 90-degree angle, ensuring a secure and leak-proof fit. They are widely used in hydraulic, pneumatic, and high-pressure applications.

Size Availability:

• Imperial Sizes:
  • 1/8″
  • 1/4″
  • 3/8″
  • 1/2″
  • 3/4″
  • 1″

Material Options:

• Carbon Steel (for high-strength applications, often zinc-plated for corrosion resistance)
• Stainless Steel (SS 304 / SS 316) (for corrosion resistance and high-pressure environments)
• Brass (for pneumatic and low-pressure applications)

Fitting Type:

• Tube to Male BSPT (British Standard Pipe Taper)
• Tube to Male NPTF (National Pipe Taper Fuel)

Temperature Rating:

• -40°F to 250°F ( -40°C to 121°C )

Pressure Rating:

• Standard: 5000 PSI (for general applications)
• High-Pressure Models: Up to 20,000 PSI (for specialized high-pressure applications)

Surface Finish Options:

• Zinc-Plated Carbon Steel (for corrosion resistance)
• Stainless Steel Uncoated (for chemical resistance and high-purity applications)
• Plain / Uncoated Brass (for pneumatic and water systems)

Thread Standards Available:

• BSPT (British Standard Pipe Taper)
• NPTF (National Pipe Taper Fuel)

Applications:

• Hydraulic Systems – Used in oil and fluid transfer lines.
• Pneumatic Systems – Suitable for air and gas connections.
• High-Pressure Systems – Used in industrial, automotive, and energy sectors.
• Chemical and Process Industries – Stainless steel variants resist aggressive chemicals.
• Instrumentation & Control Systems – Used in measurement and monitoring setups.

Compliance & Certifications:

• ASTM / ASME Standards (for material compliance)
• ISO 8434-1 / DIN 2353 (for tube fittings)
• SAE J514 / J1453 (for hydraulic fittings)
• RoHS Compliance (for environmental safety, if applicable)