Parker 252IFHD-5-2 Brass Inverted Female Branch Tee

Product Description

The PARKER 252IFHD-5-2 is a brass inverted female branch tee fitting designed for flared tube connections in hydraulic and refrigeration tubing systems. It features a 5/16-inch tube OD on the flare ends and a 1/8-27 NPTF female port, providing a secure, leak-resistant branch connection. Rated to 1200 psi maximum working pressure and 250 degrees F maximum working temperature, this fitting is built for demanding service environments. Licensed plumbers, HVAC technicians, and hydraulic system technicians install this type of fitting when branching a flared tube line to a threaded female port without altering the existing tube run.

The 252IFHD-5-2 is suited for residential and light commercial HVAC systems, refrigeration lines, and hydraulic tubing assemblies where an inverted flare branch connection is required. The FNPTF port accepts a standard tapered male pipe thread, allowing integration with threaded components such as pressure switches, valves, or instrument ports. Its compact overall length of 1.26 inches makes it practical in tight installations with limited routing space.

Key Features

• Inverted female branch tee configuration — branches a flared tube line while retaining continuous tube flow path
• 5/16-inch tube OD flare connections with 1/8-27 NPTF female pipe thread port
• 1200 psi maximum working pressure for high-pressure tubing circuits
• 250 degrees F maximum working temperature rating
• Brass construction for corrosion resistance in refrigerant and hydraulic fluid service
• Meets SAE J51 standard and is UL Listed

Compatibility

Designed as an OEM-style replacement or direct-use fitting for flared tube assemblies requiring a 5/16-inch OD inverted flare branch tee with a 1/8-27 NPTF female port, conforming to SAE J51 specifications.

Installation Notes

Installation should be performed by a licensed HVAC technician, plumber, or hydraulic system technician familiar with flared tube fittings and NPTF thread connections. Depressurize and isolate the system completely before disassembling any tubing or fittings. Inspect the flare seat and tube end for damage before assembly, as inverted flare fittings rely on metal-to-metal contact for sealing. Apply appropriate thread sealant to the NPTF port connection per manufacturer and applicable code requirements.