Midland Industries 260688 Steel Run Tee 1/2 in Jic X Nptf

Product Description

The MIDLAND INDUSTRIES 260688 is a steel run tee hydraulic adapter designed to branch a hydraulic or fluid line at a perpendicular point while maintaining in-line flow through the run. The fitting connects with 1/2 in Male JIC ends on the run and a 1/2 in Female NPTF port on the branch, allowing a technician to tap into an existing line without interrupting the primary flow path. Part of the 2606 Series of MJIC to Female Pipe Run Tees, this adapter is built for steel-to-steel hydraulic plumbing applications requiring a leak-resistant threaded connection at the branch port.

This run tee is suited for hydraulic system assemblies in industrial, mobile, and commercial equipment environments. It is typically installed by hydraulic system technicians or fluid power specialists when routing a secondary line off a main JIC feed. The in-line Male JIC connections mate with standard 37-degree flare fittings, while the Female NPTF branch port provides a tapered pipe thread seat that resists fluid leakage under pressure. Typical applications include manifold assemblies, hydraulic control circuits, and fluid distribution lines in equipment where compact tee branching is required.

Key Features

• Run ports: 1/2 in Male JIC (37-degree flare) on both ends of the run
• Branch port: 1/2 in Female NPTF for leak-resistant tapered pipe thread connection
• Steel construction for high-pressure hydraulic plumbing durability
• 2606 Series MJIC to Female Pipe Run Tee configuration
• Compact profile: 2.7 inches length, 2.05 inches width, 1 inch height
• Minimum order quantity of 1 for single-unit replacement or service use

Compatibility

Designed as an OEM-style replacement or service fitting for hydraulic systems using standard 1/2 in JIC and NPTF threaded connections in steel plumbing assemblies.

Installation Notes

Installation should be performed by a qualified hydraulic technician or fluid power specialist. Depressurize and drain the hydraulic system completely before removing or installing any fittings. JIC connections require proper flare seating without sealant on the flare face; NPTF threads may be assembled dry or with an appropriate thread sealant per the equipment manufacturer's recommendations. Inspect all mating flare surfaces and threads for damage before assembly.