Parker 8-8-8 Sbz-ss Compression Male Branch Tee 1/2 in

Product Description

The PARKER 8-8-8 SBZ-SS is a stainless steel compression tube male branch tee designed for high-pressure fluid and gas distribution lines. It connects two compression tube runs to a male NPT branch port, allowing a single line to split or branch off to a threaded fitting without soldering or welding. The tee is rated to 6300 psi maximum working pressure and carries a 1/2 inch male NPT thread. At 0.41 pounds and 2.86 inches overall length, it is a compact fitting suited for tight installations. Licensed plumbers and pipefitters typically install this type of fitting in process piping, instrumentation lines, and fluid control systems.

This fitting is used in residential and commercial applications where a compression tube line must branch to a threaded port. Typical scenarios include hydraulic instrument lines, refrigeration distribution manifolds, pneumatic control tubing, and compressed gas service. The stainless steel body handles corrosive media and elevated pressures that would exceed the limits of brass or copper alternatives. Its compact tee profile makes it practical in panel-mounted or rack-mounted piping assemblies where space is limited.

Key Features

• 6300 psi maximum working pressure rating for demanding fluid and gas service
• Stainless steel construction resists corrosion in harsh and wet environments
• Compression x Compression x MNPT end connections eliminate soldering or brazing
• 1/2 inch male NPT branch thread conforms to MPT standard
• Compact 2.86 inch overall length fits tight piping assemblies
• Meets ASTM-B-453 and ASTM-B16 material and dimensional standards

Compatibility

Designed as an OEM-style and replacement compression branch tee for instrumentation, process, and fluid control piping systems requiring a 1/2 inch MNPT branch port with compression tube inlets.

Installation Notes

Installation should be performed by a licensed plumber or pipefitter familiar with compression-type fittings and applicable codes such as the IPC. Shut off and depressurize the line completely before disassembling any existing fitting or installing this tee. Ensure tubing ends are cut cleanly and deburred before seating the compression ferrules to achieve a leak-free connection. Do not overtighten the compression nuts, as excess torque can deform the ferrule and compromise the seal.