Parker 169CA-4-4 Compression Male Elbow Brass 1/4-18

Product Description

The PARKER 169CA-4-4 is a brass compression tube male elbow fitting designed to connect a compression tube line to a male NPTF threaded port at a 90-degree angle. Manufactured from brass, it handles working pressures up to 1400 psi and temperatures ranging from -65 degrees F to 250 degrees F. The compression end provides a leak-resistant mechanical seal on the tube, while the 1/4-18 MNPT threaded end mates directly to standard NPTF-tapped ports. This fitting is installed by licensed plumbers, HVAC technicians, and refrigeration mechanics in fluid and pneumatic line assemblies requiring a reliable directional change at a threaded connection point.

This elbow fitting is suited for residential and light commercial applications where a compression tube must transition to a male NPT port at a right angle. Typical uses include instrument tubing connections, control line assemblies, and hydraulic or pneumatic systems operating within the rated pressure and temperature envelope. The NPTF thread standard ensures a dry-seal connection without relying solely on thread sealant, making it appropriate for both gas and liquid service lines where joint integrity is critical.

Key Features

• Brass construction for corrosion resistance in fluid and pneumatic service
• 1/4-18 NPTF male thread provides a dry-seal mechanical connection
• Rated to 1400 psi maximum working pressure
• Wide temperature range: -65 degrees F to 250 degrees F
• Compression x MNPT end connections allow direct tube-to-port installation without additional adapters
• 90-degree male elbow geometry directs tubing runs cleanly away from threaded port faces

Compatibility

Designed as an OEM-style compression tube male elbow for fluid and pneumatic systems requiring a 1/4-18 NPTF threaded port connection with a compression tube end.

Installation Notes

Installation should be performed by a qualified plumber, HVAC technician, or pipefitter. De-energize and depressurize the system fully before removing or installing any fittings. Hand-tighten the compression nut onto the tube before applying wrench torque to avoid cross-threading. Apply thread sealant or PTFE tape to the MNPT threads per applicable plumbing or mechanical codes, noting that NPTF threads are designed for reduced-sealant service but sealant is still commonly used in field practice.

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.