Midland Industries 10188 Reducing Branch Tee Brass Sae 45

Product Description

The MIDLAND INDUSTRIES 10188 is a forged brass reducing branch tee designed for SAE 45-degree flare hydraulic and fluid systems. It features three male flared connections: two 5/8-inch ports and one 3/8-inch reducing port, with thread specifications of 7/8-14 on the run ports and 5/8-18 on the branch port. The forged brass construction delivers reliable performance under a working pressure rating of 650 psi and an operating temperature range of -65 to 250 degrees F. Licensed plumbers, HVAC technicians, and hydraulic system installers use this fitting where a branch line of smaller diameter must be teed off from a main fluid circuit.

This fitting is suited for residential and light commercial fluid system applications where copper, brass, aluminum, or steel hydraulic tubing requires a branch connection with a reduction in line size. The SAE 45-degree flare interface is common in refrigerant, fuel, and hydraulic lines. At 2.76 inches in length with a 0.69-inch body size and a 1.16-inch center-to-end dimension, this tee fits into tight equipment enclosures and panel installations where space is limited.

Key Features

• Forged brass construction for corrosion resistance and durability under pressure
• 650 psi working pressure rating for demanding hydraulic and fluid applications
• Wide temperature range: -65 to 250 degrees F
• SAE 45-degree male flare on all three ports for leak-resistant connections
• Reducing design: 5/8 in x 5/8 in run ports with 3/8 in branch port
• Compatible with copper, brass, aluminum, and steel hydraulic tubing

Compatibility

Designed for use with copper, brass, aluminum, and steel hydraulic tubing in SAE 45-degree flare fluid systems.

Installation Notes

Installation should be performed by a qualified technician familiar with hydraulic or refrigerant line work. De-pressurize and drain the line completely before disassembly or fitting installation. Use a calibrated flare tool to ensure proper SAE 45-degree flare geometry on the tubing ends before making up connections. Hand-tighten the flare nuts first, then use a proper flare nut wrench to complete the joint without over-torquing or distorting the flare seat.