Parker 169HD-8-4 Brass Compression Male Elbow 1/4 in

Product Description

The PARKER 169HD-8-4 is a brass compression tube male elbow fitting designed to connect a compression tube line to a male NPT threaded port at a 90-degree angle. Constructed from solid brass, it handles working pressures up to 1150 psi, making it suitable for demanding fluid and gas line applications. The fitting features a compression end on one side and a male NPT thread on the other, providing a reliable, leak-resistant transition between tube and pipe connections. Licensed plumbers, HVAC technicians, and pipefitters install this type of fitting during new construction and service work on pressurized fluid systems.

This male elbow is suited for residential and light commercial plumbing, HVAC refrigerant and control tubing, and instrumentation lines where a directional change from a compression tube run to a threaded port is required. The 1/4 inch thread size fits standard NPT-tapped ports and valves commonly found on equipment such as pressure gauges, flow controls, and manifold assemblies. It is sold individually and ships as a single piece.

Key Features

• Solid brass construction resists corrosion in plumbing and HVAC service environments
• Rated to 1150 psi maximum working pressure for reliable performance in pressurized systems
• Compression x MNPT end connections allow direct tube-to-pipe transitions without soldering
• 1/4 inch MPT thread conforms to standard NPT thread specification
• 90-degree elbow geometry suits tight routing and directional changes in confined spaces

Compatibility

Designed as an OEM-style replacement or new-installation fitting for pressurized fluid and gas systems requiring a 1/4 inch male NPT port connection with a compression tube inlet.

Installation Notes

Installation is typically performed by a licensed plumber or HVAC technician. Shut off and depressurize the system completely before disassembling any compression or threaded fittings. Hand-tighten the NPT thread first, then apply additional turns with a wrench using thread sealant tape or compound rated for the service fluid. Do not overtighten the compression nut, as brass compression fittings can deform the ferrule and cause leaks if over-torqued.