Parker 172PLP-8M-2G Swivel Male Branch Tee 8mm 300 Psi

Product Description

The PARKER 172PLP-8M-2G is a push-to-connect swivel male branch tee fitting designed for pneumatic and fluid-control tubing systems. It accepts 8mm outside-diameter tubing on both push-to-connect ports and terminates with a BSPP male thread on the branch outlet. The body is nickel-plated brass with a silver finish and a yellow release button for quick tube removal without tools. Rated to 300 psi maximum working pressure, it handles temperatures from 0 degrees F to 200 degrees F. Licensed plumbers, pipefitters, and pneumatic system technicians install this fitting in compressed-air, fluid-transfer, and low-pressure instrumentation circuits.

This fitting is suited for residential and light commercial pneumatic systems, process instrumentation lines, and fluid-control manifolds where a tee branch connection is needed. The swivel male thread allows final alignment adjustment after the fitting body is secured, reducing stress on the tubing run. The UL94 V-0 flame-resistance rating and silicone-free grease make it compatible with environments where silicone contamination is a concern, such as automotive refinishing or certain sensor assemblies.

Key Features

• Push-to-connect on two ports accepts 8mm OD tubing without ferrules or clamps
• Swivel male BSPP branch outlet allows rotational alignment before final positioning
• Nickel-plated brass body rated to 300 psi maximum working pressure
• Operating temperature range: 0 degrees F to 200 degrees F
• Yellow release button enables tool-free tube removal and reinstallation
• Silicone-free grease — safe for silicone-sensitive applications
• Meets UL94 V-0 flame-resistance standard

Compatibility

Designed as an OEM-style replacement push-to-connect branch tee for pneumatic and fluid-transfer systems using 8mm outside-diameter tubing with BSPP male thread connections.

Installation Notes

Licensed plumbers or pipefitters should install this fitting in accordance with applicable local codes and the system's pressure and temperature ratings. Depressurize and isolate the line completely before disconnecting or installing any push-to-connect fitting. Insert tubing fully until it seats against the internal stop — partial insertion is a common cause of leaks. Confirm thread type compatibility before installation, as BSPP threads are not interchangeable with NPT threads.