Midland Industries 18286 Brass Compression Elbow 3/4in

Product Description

The MIDLAND INDUSTRIES 18286 is a brass female elbow fitting designed to connect 3/4-inch compression tubing to a 3/4-inch female pipe thread (FPT) port. The 90-degree elbow configuration allows direction changes in tight plumbing runs without additional adapters. Constructed from brass, this fitting delivers reliable corrosion resistance in potable water, hydronic, and general-purpose fluid systems. Plumbers and pipefitters install this type of fitting during new construction, retrofit, and repair work where a compression-to-threaded transition is required at a 90-degree angle.

This fitting is suited for residential and light commercial plumbing applications where copper or compatible compression tubing must transition to a female-threaded port. Typical installations include under-sink supply lines, water heater connections, ice maker lines, and similar low-pressure domestic water service points. The compression connection side eliminates the need for soldering on the tubing end, making it a practical choice for service technicians working in occupied spaces or where open-flame work is restricted.

Key Features

• 3/4-inch female compression inlet accepts standard compression tubing without soldering
• 3/4-inch FPT outlet threads directly onto male pipe thread fittings or valves
• 90-degree elbow geometry allows direction changes within confined plumbing spaces
• Brass construction provides corrosion resistance for water service applications
• Compact profile at 2.5 inches in length and 1.25 inches in height

Compatibility

Designed as an OEM-style compression elbow fitting for residential and light commercial plumbing systems requiring a 3/4-inch female compression to 3/4-inch female pipe thread transition.

Installation Notes

Installation is performed by a licensed plumber or qualified pipefitter. Shut off the water supply and relieve line pressure before beginning work. The compression side requires a ferrule and compression nut seated squarely on the tubing before tightening the fitting body. The FPT side should be mated to a clean, undamaged male pipe thread with an appropriate thread sealant or tape per local plumbing code and IPC guidelines.