Parker 169PS-6-2 Compression Swivel Elbow 3/8 Tube Od

Product Description

The PARKER 169PS-6-2 is a brass compression tube swivel elbow designed to connect 3/8 inch OD tubing to a 1/8 inch male NPT (MNPT) port at a 90-degree angle. The swivel feature allows the fitting to rotate during installation, reducing tube stress and making it easier to align connections in tight spaces. Constructed from brass, it provides reliable corrosion resistance for use in air, water, and compatible fluid systems. This fitting is installed by licensed plumbers, HVAC technicians, and instrumentation technicians wherever a tube-to-pipe-thread elbow transition is required.

This swivel elbow is suited for residential and light commercial applications including HVAC control tubing, pneumatic instrument lines, refrigeration pilot circuits, and general fluid handling systems. The compression end accepts 3/8 inch OD tubing without soldering or brazing, while the MNPT end threads directly into a standard 1/8 inch NPT female port. It is a compact fitting appropriate for panel assemblies, equipment manifolds, and anywhere a direction change from tubing to threaded pipe is needed.

Key Features

• Swivel design allows rotation during makeup to ease alignment and reduce tube stress
• Compression end eliminates the need for soldering, brazing, or flaring
• 3/8 inch tube OD compression inlet paired with 1/8 inch MNPT outlet
• Brass construction offers corrosion resistance for air, water, and compatible fluid service
• Compact body at approximately 0.86 inches length and 0.93 inches height fits confined installations

Compatibility

Designed as an OEM-style replacement compression swivel elbow for systems using 3/8 inch OD tubing with a 1/8 inch MNPT threaded port connection.

Installation Notes

Installation should be performed by a qualified plumber, HVAC technician, or instrumentation technician. Shut off system pressure and depressurize the line completely before removing or installing any compression fitting. Do not overtighten the compression nut — snug by hand then turn with a wrench per the fitting manufacturer guidelines. Inspect the tube end for squareness and burrs before insertion to ensure a leak-free seal.