Parker W172PLP-8M-2R Swivel Male Branch Tee 8mm 1/8 Bspt

Product Description

The PARKER W172PLP-8M-2R is a push-to-connect swivel male branch tee fitting designed for pneumatic and fluid tubing systems. It connects two push-in tube ports to a swivel male threaded branch, allowing a branch line to be tapped off a main tube run without cutting or flaring. Constructed from nickel-plated brass with a silicone-free grease internal seal, this fitting handles working pressures up to 300 psi and operating temperatures from 0 degrees F to 200 degrees F. The yellow release button identifies the push-to-connect collet for quick tube insertion and removal. HVAC technicians, plumbers, and pneumatic system installers use this type of fitting in instrument air, control tubing, and low-pressure fluid distribution applications.

This fitting is suited for light industrial, commercial HVAC controls, and pneumatic instrumentation installations where 8mm OD tubing meets a 1/8 inch BSPT male thread branch connection. The swivel feature allows the threaded end to rotate during installation, reducing stress on adjacent tubing and making alignment to a fixed port straightforward. It is commonly used in control panel plumbing, compressed air manifolds, and refrigeration accessory tubing where a compact branch junction is required.

Key Features

• Push-to-connect collet accepts 8mm OD tube on both inline ports for tool-free tube insertion
• Swivel male branch allows rotation during makeup, simplifying alignment to fixed threaded ports
• Nickel-plated brass construction resists corrosion in damp or oily air environments
• Rated to 300 psi maximum working pressure across the full temperature range
• Silicone-free grease lubricant meets UL94 V-0 flame resistance standard requirements
• Yellow release button provides clear visual identification of the push-to-connect actuation point

Compatibility

Designed for use with 8mm OD push-to-connect tubing systems using a 1/8 inch BSPT male thread branch port, typical in pneumatic control, instrument air, and light-duty fluid distribution plumbing.

Installation Notes

Installation should be performed by a qualified HVAC technician, pipefitter, or pneumatic systems technician. De-pressurize and bleed down the system completely before removing or installing any fitting. Ensure tubing is cut square and deburred before inserting into the push-to-connect ports to achieve a proper seal. The BSPT thread is a tapered pipe thread and typically requires appropriate thread sealant tape or compound rated for the service fluid; verify compatibility with the system medium before applying sealant.

WARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals including lead, which are known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.