Viega 316-45ELL-12 Propress 45 Degree Elbow 1/2 in 316SS

Product Description

The VIEGA 316-45ELL-12 is a ProPress 45-degree elbow fitting manufactured from 316 stainless steel. It connects 1/2-inch press-to-press piping runs where a 45-degree direction change is required. The fitting uses Viega ProPress Smart Connect technology, which provides a visual indicator if a connection was not fully pressed during installation, reducing the risk of undetected open joints. This fitting is designed for use in potable water, hydronic heating, and mechanical piping systems. Plumbers and pipefitters install this fitting using a compatible ProPress tool and jaw set.

This elbow is suited for residential and light commercial plumbing and mechanical applications where a 45-degree change of direction is needed in a 1/2-inch stainless steel press system. Common install scenarios include domestic hot and cold water distribution, hydronic radiant systems, and corrosion-resistant piping in coastal or chemical-exposure environments. Both ports accept standard 1/2-inch press connections.

Key Features

• 316 stainless steel construction for corrosion resistance in demanding environments
• Smart Connect technology provides visual indication of unpressed connections
• 45-degree angle for directional changes without cutting or threading pipe
• Press-to-press (P x P) end configuration on both ports
• Lead-free construction suitable for potable water systems

Compatibility

Designed as an OEM-style press fitting for use in 1/2-inch Viega ProPress 316 stainless steel piping systems compatible with standard ProPress tooling and jaw sets.

Installation Notes

Installation requires a Viega-compatible ProPress pressing tool with the appropriate jaw size for 1/2-inch fittings. Shut off and depressurize the piping system and verify the pipe and fitting are clean and dry before pressing. Smart Connect fittings allow the system to be pressure-tested prior to full pressing, but all connections must be fully pressed before the system is returned to service. Follow applicable plumbing codes, including IPC provisions, for press-joint piping installations.

Technical Specifications

• Material: 316 Stainless Steel
• Connection Size: 1/2 inches x 1/2 inches
• Connection Type: Press x Press (P x P)
• Fitting Angle: 45 degrees
• Lead-Free: Yes
• UPC: 691514804453

Standard Information

• Brand: VIEGA
• Manufacturer Part Number: 316-45ELL-12