Parker 10 Sbu-s Flareless Bite-type Male Branch Tee

Product Description

The PARKER 10 SBU-S is a flareless bite-type tube male branch tee designed for secure, leak-resistant connections in high-pressure hydraulic and pneumatic tubing systems. This fitting accepts a 5/8 inch tube OD and threads into a 1/2 inch NPTF port, creating a branch junction without the need for flared tube ends. The bite-type design uses a ferrule that bites into the tube wall on tightening, providing a metal-to-metal seal suited for demanding fluid power applications. Licensed plumbers, pipefitters, and hydraulic system technicians are the typical installers for this class of fitting.

This male branch tee is used in industrial and commercial fluid power systems where a single inline tube run must be branched off to a threaded port. Common applications include hydraulic control circuits, compressed air distribution lines, and instrumentation tubing runs. The NPTF thread type creates a pressure-tight seal on the threads themselves, reducing reliance on thread sealant tape in many installations. The fitting is sold individually and is well suited for maintenance, repair, and OEM assembly work.

Key Features

• Flareless bite-type design eliminates the need for tube flaring tools during assembly
• 5/8 inch tube OD connection with 1/2 inch NPTF male thread for direct port mounting
• NPTF thread form provides a pressure-tight mechanical thread seal
• Male branch tee configuration allows a tube run to branch to a threaded port in a single fitting
• Compact form factor suited for tight-space panel and manifold installations

Compatibility

Designed as an OEM-style replacement or service fitting for flareless bite-type tube systems using 5/8 inch OD tubing and 1/2 inch NPTF threaded ports in hydraulic, pneumatic, and instrumentation applications.

Installation Notes

Installation should be performed by a qualified pipefitter or hydraulic technician. Depressurize and isolate the system completely before removing or installing any fitting. Verify tube OD and wall thickness are compatible with the bite-type ferrule range before assembly, and follow the Parker flareless fitting assembly procedure for proper ferrule pre-setting. Do not overtighten; consult the applicable fluid power system codes for torque guidance specific to your tube material and system pressure rating.