Parker 169PTC-10-8 90 Male Elbow Fitting 5/8 Od Brass

Product Description

The PARKER 169PTC-10-8 is a push-to-connect 90-degree male elbow tube fitting designed for air brake and pneumatic plumbing applications. Constructed from brass with a nitrile O-ring, it connects tubing with a 5/8-inch outside diameter to a 1/2-inch NPTF male thread port. The push-to-connect design allows fast, tool-free tube insertion while maintaining a secure, leak-resistant seal rated to 250 psi. This fitting meets DOT FMVSS 571.106, SAE J2494, SAE J2494-3, and SAE J844 standards, making it a code-compliant choice for commercial vehicle and industrial air brake circuits. Licensed mechanics and fleet technicians are the primary installers.

This fitting is used in air brake systems on commercial trucks, trailers, and buses where a 90-degree direction change is required between a tube run and a threaded port. The NPTF thread form provides a dry-seal connection that does not rely on sealant tape alone. It is equally suited to pneumatic control lines and compressed-air distribution plumbing in industrial settings where operating temperatures range from -40 degrees F to 200 degrees F and working pressures stay within the 250 psi rating.

Key Features

• Push-to-connect design accepts 5/8-inch OD tubing without additional tools for quick installation
• Brass body resists corrosion in moisture-laden air brake environments
• Nitrile O-ring provides reliable sealing across the full temperature range
• NPTF dry-seal thread eliminates reliance on thread sealant for a pressure-tight connection
• Rated to 250 psi maximum working pressure
• Meets DOT FMVSS 571.106, SAE J2494, SAE J2494-3, and SAE J844 standards

Compatibility

Designed as a DOT-compliant air brake fitting for use with 5/8-inch OD air brake tubing and 1/2-inch NPTF male threaded ports on commercial vehicles and pneumatic systems meeting SAE J844 tubing specifications.

Installation Notes

Installation should be performed by a qualified mechanic or fleet technician familiar with DOT air brake system requirements. Depressurize and drain the air system completely before removing or installing any fittings. Confirm tubing is cut squarely and deburred before inserting into the push-to-connect port to ensure a proper seal. Inspect the O-ring and tube end for damage before assembly, and verify the system holds pressure to its rated value before returning the vehicle to service.