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.