Midland Industries 19257 Brass Compression Elbow 3/8x1/8

Product Description

The MIDLAND INDUSTRIES 19257 is a brass female elbow fitting designed to connect 3/8 inch compression tubing to a 1/8 inch female iron pipe (FIP) threaded port. It transitions a compression-style tube connection to an internal pipe thread in a 90-degree elbow configuration. The all-brass construction provides corrosion resistance and durability in both gas and liquid service applications. Plumbers, HVAC technicians, and mechanical contractors install this type of fitting when routing copper or soft tubing into a threaded female port at a right angle. The compact body dimensions make it suited for tight spaces in equipment or panel installations.

This fitting is commonly used in residential and light commercial plumbing, HVAC equipment, and gas appliance connections where a direction change is needed between a compression tube line and a female-threaded component. Typical applications include water supply lines, instrument tubing, and small-diameter gas or refrigerant piping systems where a compression-to-FIP transition is required at a 90-degree angle.

Key Features

• 3/8 inch compression inlet for use with matching OD tubing
• 1/8 inch FIP threaded outlet for connection to male-threaded ports
• 90-degree elbow geometry for direction changes in tight installations
• All-brass construction for corrosion resistance in water, gas, and low-pressure fluid service
• Compact profile: approximately 1.1 inches wide, 1 inch long, and 0.6 inches tall

Compatibility

Designed as an OEM-style brass compression fitting for use with standard 3/8 inch OD compression tubing and 1/8 inch female iron pipe threaded connections in plumbing, HVAC, and mechanical systems.

Installation Notes

Installation is performed by licensed plumbers or HVAC technicians following applicable IPC or IFGC guidelines. Shut off the water or gas supply and relieve system pressure before disassembling or installing any compression fitting. Hand-tighten the compression nut onto the fitting body, then snug with a wrench - do not overtighten, as brass compression fittings can crack or distort the ferrule if over-torqued. Inspect the tubing end for burrs or deformation before inserting into the compression seat to ensure a leak-free seal.