Midland Industries 973980 Bronze Hose Barb Elbow 3/4 in

Product Description

The MIDLAND INDUSTRIES 973980 is a bronze male elbow fitting designed for connecting hose barb assemblies to male iron pipe threaded ports in plumbing systems. It features a 3/4-inch hose barb on one end and a 3/4-inch MIP thread on the other, allowing a directional 90-degree transition between flexible tubing and a fixed threaded connection. Rated for a maximum operating pressure of 150 psi, this fitting is built for reliable service in low-pressure liquid applications. The bronze construction provides corrosion resistance suited for plumbing environments. Licensed plumbers and pipefitters are the primary installers of this type of fitting.

This elbow is intended for use with plastic pipe and flexible hose assemblies in residential and light commercial plumbing systems. The hose barb end accepts compatible-diameter flexible tubing secured with a clamp, while the MIP end threads directly into a female-threaded port or valve body. Typical install scenarios include water supply lines, irrigation connections, and similar low-pressure fluid transfer applications where a 90-degree direction change is required between a barbed hose connection and a threaded fitting.

Key Features

• 90-degree elbow configuration for directional routing between barb and threaded connections
• 3/4-inch hose barb inlet compatible with matching-diameter flexible tubing
• 3/4-inch MIP thread outlet for direct connection to female-threaded ports
• Bronze construction for corrosion resistance in plumbing service
• 150 psi maximum operating pressure rating
• Designed for use with plastic pipe and flexible hose systems

Compatibility

Designed for use with plastic pipe and flexible hose assemblies requiring a 3/4-inch hose barb to 3/4-inch MIP transition in low-pressure plumbing applications.

Installation Notes

Installation should be performed by a licensed plumber in accordance with applicable IPC guidelines. Shut off the water supply and relieve system pressure before installation. The hose barb end requires a properly sized hose clamp torqued to the tubing manufacturer's specification to ensure a leak-free seal. Inspect threads on the MIP end and apply thread sealant tape or compound before making up the threaded connection.