Parker 169C-12-8 Compression Male Elbow Brass 1/2-14 Nptf

Product Description

The PARKER 169C-12-8 is a brass compression tube male elbow fitting designed to create a reliable, leak-resistant connection between compression tubing and male NPT threaded ports. The elbow configuration allows a 90-degree directional change in a tubing run, making it useful in tight or confined plumbing and fluid system installations. Constructed from brass, this fitting handles a maximum working pressure of 100 psi and operates across a wide temperature range of -65 degrees F to 250 degrees F. It is sold individually and suited for installation by licensed plumbers and fluid system technicians working on hydraulic, pneumatic, or process piping assemblies.

This fitting is appropriate for residential and light commercial plumbing, HVAC refrigerant-adjacent fluid lines, and general-purpose fluid transfer systems where a compression-to-MNPT transition at a 90-degree angle is required. The NPTF thread standard ensures a pressure-tight mechanical seal without relying solely on thread sealant, which makes it a reliable choice in systems where joint integrity is critical. It is well-suited for copper or compatible soft-metal tubing applications joined by compression.

Key Features

• 90-degree male elbow allows directional routing in confined installations
• Brass construction provides corrosion resistance and durability in fluid systems
• Compression x MNPT end connections for tool-free tubing attachment on one end
• NPTF thread standard delivers a pressure-tight seal at the threaded connection
• Maximum working pressure of 100 psi suitable for a range of low-to-medium pressure applications
• Wide service temperature range from -65 degrees F to 250 degrees F

Compatibility

Designed as an OEM-style replacement or new-installation fitting for compression tube-to-MNPT connections in plumbing, HVAC, and fluid system applications requiring a 1/2-14 NPTF male threaded outlet.

Installation Notes

Installation should be performed by a licensed plumber or qualified fluid systems technician. Shut off and depressurize the system fully before removing or installing any fittings. Ensure the compression ferrule is properly seated on the tubing before tightening the compression nut to avoid leaks. NPTF threads are designed to seal mechanically, but applying an appropriate thread sealant compatible with the system fluid is recommended practice per applicable plumbing codes.