Parker 179PTCNS-8-6 45 Male Elbow 1/2 Od 3/8 Npt Brass

Product Description

The PARKER 179PTCNS-8-6 is a push-to-connect rigid 45-degree male elbow tube fitting designed for use in compressed air and pneumatic plumbing systems. It connects a 1/2-inch OD tube on each end to a 3/8-inch male NPT port, allowing directional routing at a 45-degree angle without threaded tube ends. The body is machined from brass with a nitrile O-ring seal and is rated to 250 psi maximum working pressure. It meets D.O.T. FMVSS571.106, SAE J2494, SAE J2494-3, and SAE J844 standards, making it a certified D.O.T. air brake fitting suitable for commercial vehicle and industrial applications.

This fitting is used in air brake systems, pneumatic control lines, and compressed air distribution circuits where a 45-degree directional change is required between a tube run and a male NPT port. It is appropriate for both mobile equipment and stationary pneumatic installations. The push-to-connect design allows fast assembly without soldering or flaring, and the rigid elbow configuration keeps tube routing fixed at the connection point. Licensed mechanics, fleet technicians, and industrial plumbers typically install this fitting in DOT-regulated air brake circuits and general-purpose pneumatic systems.

Key Features

• Push-to-connect design for tool-free tube insertion and fast assembly
• Rigid 45-degree male elbow routes tubing at a fixed angle without additional fittings
• Brass body construction for corrosion resistance in air and pneumatic service
• Nitrile O-ring seal provides reliable compression and leak resistance
• Rated to 250 psi maximum working pressure
• D.O.T. certified air brake fitting meeting SAE J844, SAE J2494, and FMVSS571.106 standards

Compatibility

Designed for use with 1/2-inch OD tubing and 3/8-inch male NPT ports in D.O.T.-compliant air brake circuits and general pneumatic plumbing systems. Certified to D.O.T. FMVSS571.106, SAE J2494, SAE J2494-3, and SAE J844.

Installation Notes

Installation is performed by licensed mechanics or pneumatic plumbers. Depressurize the air system completely and verify zero pressure before removing or installing any fittings. Apply thread sealant to the male NPT threads per local codes before engaging the port. Ensure the OD tube is cut cleanly and squarely and is free of burrs before inserting into the push-to-connect end to maintain a proper seal.