Parker FAME-612 Compression Female Adapter Elbow 3/8 in

Product Description

The PARKER FAME-612 is a compression tube female adapter elbow designed for use with 3/8-inch outside diameter tubing. This fitting creates a leak-resistant, angled connection between a compression tube line and a female-threaded port. Constructed from Perfluoroalkoxy (PFA) and Polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE), it delivers excellent chemical resistance and is well suited for high-purity fluid handling, chemical processing, and instrumentation systems. The plastic grip collar simplifies hand-tightening and tube insertion without specialized tooling. Licensed plumbers, HVAC technicians, and instrumentation specialists typically install this type of fitting in tubing systems that handle aggressive media or require a clean, non-contaminating connection point.

This fitting is appropriate for residential and light commercial instrumentation, chemical feed systems, pneumatic tubing runs, and analytical equipment where a 3/8-inch OD compression tube must transition to a female-threaded port at a 90-degree angle. Its PFA and PTFE construction makes it a strong choice for applications involving corrosive chemicals, ultrapure water, or environments where metal fittings are not acceptable. It is sold individually and is intended for single-use installations requiring reliable sealing performance at the tube-to-fitting interface.

Key Features

• Compression-style connection accepts 3/8-inch OD tubing for a secure, leak-resistant grip
• PFA and PTFE materials provide broad chemical resistance and non-contaminating fluid contact surfaces
• 90-degree elbow geometry transitions tubing direction while connecting to a female-threaded port
• Plastic grip collar allows hand assembly without specialized wrenches or crimp tools
• Lightweight construction at 0.1 pounds suits weight-sensitive instrumentation and panel installations

Compatibility

Designed as an OEM-style compression fitting for tubing systems using 3/8-inch outside diameter PFA or PTFE tubing in chemical, instrumentation, or high-purity fluid handling applications.

Installation Notes

This fitting is typically installed by licensed plumbers or instrumentation technicians. Before installation, shut off all fluid flow and depressurize the tubing circuit completely. Cut tubing cleanly and squarely to ensure a proper compression seal at the ferrule interface. Hand-tighten the compression nut, then apply only the additional turns specified by standard compression fitting practice for plastic fittings, as overtightening can crack PFA or PTFE components.