Parker 8-8-8 Sbu-s Male Branch Tee 1/2 in Nptf Steel 5000 Psi

Product Description

The PARKER 8-8-8 SBU-S is a flareless bite-type male branch tee fitting designed for high-pressure hydraulic and fluid power tubing systems. Constructed from steel, it accepts 1/2-inch tube OD connections and threads into a 1/2-inch NPTF port, providing a branch outlet in a tee configuration without requiring flared tube ends. The fitting uses a bite-type (flareless) sleeve mechanism that grips the tube on assembly, creating a reliable seal rated to 5,000 psi maximum working pressure. The 24-degree flared angle conforms to standard DIN-style bite-type fitting geometry. Licensed plumbers, pipefitters, and hydraulic system technicians are the typical installers.

This fitting is suited for use in industrial hydraulic lines, fluid power circuits, and high-pressure tubing assemblies where a branch connection off a main run is required. The male NPTF thread end connects directly to a female-threaded port or manifold, while the two tube ports accept 1/2-inch OD steel tubing. It is appropriate for both stationary and mobile hydraulic equipment in industrial and commercial applications. Installations typically involve steel tubing routed through machine frames, hydraulic power units, or high-pressure fluid distribution systems.

Key Features

• Flareless bite-type design eliminates the need for pre-flared tubing ends
• 5,000 psi maximum working pressure rating for demanding hydraulic service
• 1/2-inch NPTF male thread for a pressure-tight, dry-seal connection
• Accepts 1/2-inch OD tubing on both run and branch tube ports
• 24-degree flared angle conforms to standard bite-type fitting geometry
• Steel construction for durability in high-pressure fluid power environments

Compatibility

Designed as an OEM-style bite-type tee fitting compatible with standard 1/2-inch OD steel tubing systems using 1/2-inch NPTF-ported components in hydraulic and fluid power applications.

Installation Notes

Installation should be performed by a qualified pipefitter or hydraulic technician. Depressurize and isolate the hydraulic circuit completely before disassembly or fitting installation. NPTF threads are self-sealing by design, but confirm thread engagement and torque to fitting manufacturer guidelines using appropriate hand tools rated for the connection size. Do not overtighten, as this can damage the NPTF thread seal or deform the bite-type sleeve seat.