Parker FAME-68 Compression Female Adapter Elbow 3/8 in

Product Description

The PARKER FAME-68 is a compression tube female adapter elbow designed for fluid and gas line connections in industrial and trade plumbing applications. It accepts a 3/8 inch tube outside diameter and converts to a female threaded port using a compression-style grip fitting. The body and grip components are made from Perfluoroalkoxy (PFA) and Polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE), two chemically inert fluoropolymer materials well suited for aggressive media, high-purity fluid handling, and corrosive chemical service. Licensed plumbers and pipefitters are the primary installers in both commercial and industrial settings.

This fitting is used wherever a compression tube line must terminate at a female threaded port in a 90-degree elbow configuration. Typical applications include chemical process lines, high-purity water systems, laboratory fluid distribution, and semiconductor fabrication environments where metal fittings are not acceptable due to contamination or corrosion concerns. The PFA and PTFE construction makes it a strong choice for lines carrying acids, solvents, or other aggressive fluids at elevated temperatures.

Key Features

• 3/8 inch tube outside diameter compression connection provides a secure, leak-resistant seal without soldering or flaring
• PFA and PTFE construction delivers broad chemical resistance and low extractables for high-purity applications
• 90-degree female adapter elbow configuration simplifies direction changes in tight plumbing layouts
• Plastic grip-style compression mechanism allows tool-assisted hand assembly
• Lightweight at 0.05 pounds, suitable for applications where system weight is a consideration

Compatibility

Designed as an OEM-style compression fitting for 3/8 inch OD tubing in fluoropolymer plumbing systems. No specific compatible model numbers were provided in the product data.

Installation Notes

Installation is performed by licensed plumbers or qualified pipefitters following applicable IPC and facility-specific chemical line standards. Always depressurize and drain the line before removing or installing any compression fitting. Hand-tighten the compression nut first, then apply a measured additional turn with a wrench per the fitting manufacturer's assembly guidelines — do not overtighten PFA or PTFE components, as fluoropolymer threads can crack under excessive torque. Verify there are no leaks under operating pressure before returning the system to service.