Parker 169VL-5-4 Compression Male Elbow Brass 500 Psi

Product Description

The PARKER 169VL-5-4 is a brass compression tube male elbow designed for making a 90-degree transition between a compression tube connection and a male NPT threaded port. Built with Parker's Vibra-Lok compression style, it holds a secure seal under vibration and repeated pressure cycles without the need for additional sealant on the compression side. The fitting handles up to 500 psi working pressure and operates across a temperature range of -30 degrees F to 275 degrees F. It is sold individually and suited for hydraulic, pneumatic, and fluid transfer lines in trade and industrial service work.

This fitting is a practical choice in HVAC, refrigeration, plumbing, and light hydraulic systems where a tube-to-threaded-port elbow connection is required. The 1/4-18 NPT male thread mates to standard MNPT ports conforming to ISO 6149 and SAE J1926. The compression end accepts tubing of the appropriate size, allowing a tool-assisted, leak-resistant connection without soldering or flaring. It is typically installed by HVAC technicians, plumbers, or pipefitters working on copper or compatible tubing runs.

Key Features

• Vibra-Lok compression style provides secure, vibration-resistant tube grip
• 500 psi maximum working pressure rating
• Brass construction for corrosion resistance and reliable sealing
• Compression x MNPT end connections for tube-to-threaded-port transitions
• Meets ISO 6149 and SAE J1926 thread standards
• Operating range of -30 degrees F to 275 degrees F

Compatibility

Designed as an OEM-style replacement or new-install fitting for systems using 1/4-18 MNPT ported components with Vibra-Lok compression tube connections conforming to ISO 6149 and SAE J1926 standards.

Installation Notes

Installation is typically performed by a licensed plumber, HVAC technician, or pipefitter. Depressurize and isolate the line before disassembly or installation. Use an appropriately sized wrench on the MNPT threads and apply thread sealant or tape to the male NPT side as required by local plumbing or mechanical codes. Do not overtighten the compression nut; follow the fitting manufacturer's standard turn-past-finger-tight procedure for compression connections.