Value Collection 16433 Steel Flared Tube 45 Elbow 3/8 in

Product Description

The VALUE COLLECTION 16433 is a steel 45-degree flared tube elbow designed for hydraulic and fluid transfer lines that require a reliable angled connection. The fitting connects a 3/8-inch OD flared tube end to an O-ring boss (ORB) port, providing a leak-resistant seal in pressurized systems. The flared end uses a 37-degree flare angle, which is the standard JIC configuration common in hydraulic, fuel, and refrigeration line work. Thread size on both ends is 9/16-18. Licensed plumbers, pipefitters, and HVAC technicians install this type of fitting when routing tubing around obstructions or making directional changes in a line set or hydraulic circuit.

This elbow is suited for residential and light commercial plumbing, HVAC refrigerant lines, hydraulic systems, and fuel line assemblies where a 45-degree direction change is needed. The Flare x ORB end configuration makes it compatible with tubing assemblies on one side and threaded boss ports on equipment housings on the other. It is a standard stocking fitting used across service vehicles and shop inventories for field repairs and new installations.

Key Features

• 45-degree elbow geometry for directional routing of tubing in tight spaces
• 37-degree JIC flare angle on the tube end for a metal-to-metal seal
• O-ring boss (ORB) thread on the port end for leak-free connection at equipment housings
• 3/8-inch tube OD with 9/16-18 thread on both ends
• Steel construction for durability in pressurized fluid and hydraulic applications
• Sold in a pack of 5, minimum order quantity of 1 pack

Compatibility

Designed as a standard JIC 37-degree Flare x ORB replacement fitting for hydraulic, fuel, and fluid transfer lines using 3/8-inch OD tubing with 9/16-18 threads.

Installation Notes

Installation is performed by licensed plumbers, pipefitters, or qualified HVAC technicians. Depressurize and purge the fluid line completely before removing any existing fittings. The flare end requires a properly formed 37-degree flare on the tube; inspect the flare for cracks or out-of-round deformation before assembly. The ORB port end relies on a seated O-ring for sealing — verify the O-ring is present and undamaged before tightening.