Parker PF-00081 45 Male Elbow Tube Fitting 1/4 Od 3/8 Nptf

Product Description

The PARKER PF-00081 is a push-to-connect 45-degree male elbow tube fitting designed for quick, tool-free tube connections in fluid and pneumatic systems. It accepts 1/4 inch OD tubing and features a 3/8 inch NPTF male thread for secure, leak-resistant connections to ported components, manifolds, and valves. Constructed from composite material, this fitting delivers a rated working pressure of 250 psi. The push-to-connect design allows field technicians to make fast connections without ferrules, compression nuts, or additional tooling. This fitting is typically installed by HVAC technicians, plumbers, and industrial maintenance pros working on low-to-medium pressure fluid lines.

This 45-degree male elbow fitting is suited for applications where a directional change is needed between a fixed ported connection and a run of 1/4 inch OD tubing. Common use cases include residential and light commercial HVAC refrigerant or condensate control circuits, pneumatic control lines, and plumbing instrument connections. The 45-degree angle allows routing in tight spaces where a standard 90-degree elbow would conflict with adjacent components. The composite construction makes it appropriate for applications where metal fittings are not required and weight reduction is a consideration.

Key Features

• Push-to-connect design allows fast, tool-free tube insertion and removal
• 45-degree male elbow configuration for directional tube routing in confined spaces
• Rated to 250 psi working pressure
• 1/4 inch OD tubing compatibility with 3/8 inch NPTF male thread
• Composite construction for lightweight, corrosion-resistant service
• Sold in packages of 6 units per pack

Compatibility

Designed as an OEM-style push-to-connect replacement fitting for systems using 1/4 inch OD tubing with 3/8 inch NPTF ported connections in residential and light commercial fluid or pneumatic control applications.

Installation Notes

Installation should be performed by a qualified technician familiar with the system being serviced. Before installation, depressurize and isolate the line to zero pressure. Ensure tubing is cut cleanly and squarely with no burrs before inserting into the fitting. To release the tube, depress the collet ring while pulling the tubing free. Verify thread compatibility with the mating port before assembly, as NPTF threads are not always interchangeable with NPT or other thread forms.