Value Collection SS-ME-FT6-MN8 Compression Male Elbow

Product Description

The VALUE COLLECTION SS-ME-FT6-MN8 is a stainless steel compression tube male elbow designed to connect 3/8-inch OD tubing to a 1/2-inch male NPT threaded port. The fitting transitions between a compression end and a male NPT threaded end, making a 90-degree directional change in a tubing run. It measures 1.31 inches in overall length and weighs 0.25 pounds. Manufactured from 316 stainless steel, this fitting meets ASTM A182, A213, A269, A276, and A479 standards, making it suitable for demanding fluid and gas handling applications where corrosion resistance is required.

This fitting is commonly used in industrial, HVAC, and plumbing systems where stainless steel tubing must connect to NPT-threaded ports at a right-angle transition. Typical applications include instrumentation lines, hydraulic systems, compressed air systems, and chemical process lines. The compression end provides a reliable, leak-resistant seal on the tubing without soldering or welding. Installers in mechanical, process, and HVAC trades will find this fitting useful where space constraints or routing requirements call for a directional change at the tubing-to-thread interface.

Key Features

• 316 stainless steel construction for high corrosion resistance in wet, chemical, and outdoor environments
• Compression x MNPT end connections allow tool-accessible, no-solder installation
• Accepts 3/8-inch OD tubing on the compression end
• 1/2-inch male NPT thread on the pipe end for standard threaded port connection
• Overall length of 1.31 inches for compact installation in tight spaces
• Meets multiple ASTM and DIN standards including ASTM A182, A213, A269, A276, and A479

Compatibility

Designed as an OEM-style replacement or direct-fit compression fitting for systems using 3/8-inch OD stainless steel tubing with 1/2-inch NPT threaded ports. Cross-references Swagelok part number SS-600-2-8.

Installation Notes

Installation should be performed by a qualified plumber, pipefitter, or mechanical technician following applicable IPC and IFGC code requirements. Shut off and depressurize the system fully before disassembling or installing any compression fitting. Hand-tighten the compression nut first, then advance with a wrench per standard compression fitting procedure. Apply appropriate thread sealant or PTFE tape to the male NPT threads before making up the threaded connection.