Anderson Metals Corp 738105-0806 Red Brass Reducing Elbow

Product Description

The ANDERSON METALS CORP 738105-0806 is a 90-degree reducing elbow machined from red brass, sized to transition from a 1/2-inch female connection to a 3/8-inch female connection. Red brass offers strong corrosion resistance and durability in potable water and general plumbing applications. This fitting is lead free compliant and meets the requirements of Public Law 111-380, making it suitable for use in drinking water systems where lead-free materials are required by code. Licensed plumbers and pipefitters install this type of fitting when a direction change and pipe size reduction are needed at the same point in a run, reducing the need for a separate coupling and elbow.

This reducing elbow is suited for residential and light commercial plumbing installations where a 90-degree directional change is combined with a pipe size reduction from 1/2 inch to 3/8 inch. Typical applications include supply line connections at fixtures, angle stops, and branch takeoffs in domestic water distribution systems. The bulk packaging format makes it practical for contractors and service technicians who install this fitting type regularly.

Key Features

• 90-degree turn and pipe size reduction in a single fitting, eliminating the need for a separate reducer
• Red brass construction provides corrosion resistance in potable water service
• Lead free compliant — meets Public Law 111-380 requirements for drinking water applications
• 1/2-inch to 3/8-inch reducing configuration for common fixture supply connections
• Sold in bulk quantity of 5 per package, suitable for multi-unit or repeat installations

Compatibility

Designed as an OEM-style replacement or new-installation fitting for standard threaded plumbing systems requiring a 90-degree reducing connection from 1/2-inch to 3/8-inch pipe.

Installation Notes

Installation of threaded brass fittings should be performed by a licensed plumber in accordance with local plumbing codes and the International Plumbing Code (IPC). Shut off the water supply and depressurize the line before disassembling any existing connections. Apply an appropriate thread sealant or PTFE tape to male threads before assembly. Do not overtighten threaded brass fittings, as excessive force can crack the fitting body.