Value Collection 16233 Steel 45 Elbow 3/8 Inch Flare X Nptf

Product Description

The VALUE COLLECTION 16233 is a steel 45-degree flared tube elbow designed for hydraulic and fluid-system plumbing connections. It features a 3/8-inch tube outside diameter, a 37-degree flare seat, and dual-end connections consisting of a flare end and a 1/4-18 NPTF male thread. The mating thread on the flare side is 9/16-18. This fitting is used to change flow direction by 45 degrees in hard-tube assemblies where a leak-free metal-to-metal seal is required. Plumbers, hydraulic technicians, and mechanical contractors install this type of fitting in compressed-air, fuel, and hydraulic lines.

This elbow is suited for residential and light commercial fluid-system applications where steel construction is specified. The flare-by-NPTF configuration allows connection between a flared steel tube on one side and a standard tapered pipe thread port on the other. Typical install scenarios include fuel delivery lines, hydraulic manifold plumbing, and compressed-air distribution where a 45-degree directional change is needed. The NPTF thread form is designed to seal on the threads themselves without relying solely on thread sealant, reducing the risk of leakage at the port connection.

Key Features

• 37-degree flare seat provides a positive metal-to-metal seal on the tube end
• Flare x NPTF end configuration bridges flared tube lines to tapered pipe thread ports
• 9/16-18 flare thread mates with standard 3/8-inch OD steel tubing
• 1/4-18 NPTF male thread seals on thread engagement for leak resistance
• Steel construction suited for fuel, hydraulic, and compressed-air service
• 45-degree angle allows routing in tight or offset plumbing layouts

Compatibility

Designed as an OEM-style replacement or service fitting for fluid systems using 3/8-inch OD flared steel tubing with a 37-degree flare and 1/4-18 NPTF port connections.

Installation Notes

Installation should be performed by a licensed plumber, hydraulic technician, or qualified mechanical contractor. Depressurize and drain the system completely before removing or installing any tube fitting. Inspect the flare seat and tube end for burrs or damage before assembly, as surface defects will compromise the metal-to-metal seal. Apply thread sealant to the NPTF threads per the system fluid compatibility requirements and applicable codes such as the IPC or IFGC.