Midland Industries 73689 Pvc Combination Female Elbow

Product Description

The MIDLAND INDUSTRIES 73689 is a PVC combination female elbow designed for plastic pipe insert fitting applications. It transitions a 1-1/2 inch barb connection on one end to a 1-1/2 inch female NPT connection on the other, making a 90-degree directional change in the line. This fitting is a standard component in residential and light commercial plumbing systems where flexible or rigid plastic tubing meets threaded pipe. Plumbers and pipefitters install this type of fitting when a threaded transition and a change in flow direction are required at the same connection point.

This combination female elbow is suited for insert fitting applications in plastic pipe systems, including irrigation lines, pool and spa plumbing, and general water supply piping where PVC fittings are specified. The barb end accepts compatible plastic tubing, while the female NPT end threads onto a male-threaded pipe or fitting. It is appropriate for applications where PVC material is acceptable by code or system design.

Key Features

• Combines a 90-degree elbow with a barb-to-female NPT transition in a single fitting
• 1-1/2 inch barb end secures to compatible plastic tubing
• 1-1/2 inch female NPT end threads onto standard male-threaded pipe or fittings
• PVC construction suited for water-handling plastic pipe systems
• Lightweight at 0.23 pounds for easy handling during installation

Compatibility

Designed as an OEM-style insert fitting for plastic pipe systems requiring a barb-to-female NPT elbow connection in 1-1/2 inch size.

Installation Notes

This fitting is installed by licensed plumbers in accordance with applicable IPC or local plumbing code requirements. Shut off the water supply and depressurize the line before beginning work. The barb end should be fully seated onto compatible tubing and secured with an appropriate clamp; the female NPT end should be thread-sealed with PTFE tape or pipe thread sealant rated for PVC use. Do not overtighten the NPT connection, as PVC threads can crack under excessive torque.