Parker 145F-10-8 Brass Male Branch Tee 5/8 in Od

Product Description

The PARKER 145F-10-8 is a brass male branch tee fitting designed for flared tube connections in refrigeration, HVAC, and fluid-handling systems. It features a 45-degree flare angle and accepts 5/8 inch tube outside diameter on the flare ends, with a 1/2-14 NPTF male threaded branch port. The Flare x MNPTF end configuration allows the fitting to bridge a flared tube run with a male pipe-thread branch outlet. Constructed from brass, it provides reliable corrosion resistance and leak-tight performance in refrigerant and hydraulic line applications. Licensed HVAC technicians and plumbers specify this fitting when routing a branch line off an existing flared tube assembly.

This fitting is suited for residential and light commercial HVAC refrigerant lines, plumbing systems, and pneumatic or hydraulic fluid circuits where a 45-degree flare tube connection is required alongside a male NPT branch. It is commonly installed during new system construction or service work when a tee-off point is needed on a copper or compatible flared tube run. The 1/2-14 NPTF thread ensures a dry-seal mechanical connection on the branch port without relying solely on thread sealant.

Key Features

• 45-degree flare angle conforms to SAE-standard flared tube fitting geometry
• 5/8 inch tube OD flare ends for use with standard copper or compatible tubing
• 1/2-14 NPTF male branch port provides a dry-seal threaded connection
• Brass construction resists corrosion in refrigerant, water, and pneumatic service
• Flare x MNPTF end configuration simplifies branch connections in mixed-fitting systems

Compatibility

Designed as an OEM-style replacement or service fitting for flared tube assemblies requiring a 5/8 inch OD, 45-degree flare branch tee with a 1/2-14 NPTF male port in HVAC, refrigeration, and fluid-handling applications.

Installation Notes

Installation should be performed by a licensed HVAC technician or plumber following applicable mechanical codes. De-pressurize and recover any refrigerant or fluid from the system before disconnecting existing lines. Flare ends require properly flared tubing cut square and deburred; do not overtighten flare nuts, as brass fittings are susceptible to thread and seat damage. The NPTF branch port is designed for dry-seal engagement, but a compatible thread sealant may be applied per system requirements and local code.

WARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals including lead, which are known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.