The Apollo Expansion PEX / Pex A 3/4 in. Expansion PEX to 3/4 in D FPT Brass Drop Ear Elbow is a purpose-built brass transition that delivers a clean, dependable 90-degree turn from expansion PEX tubing to a 3/4" female pipe-thread connection. Designed for use with Expansion PEX (PEX A), this drop ear elbow combines rugged durability with precise fit for compact plumbing projects. Key advantages
- Lead-free brass construction for safer potable-water use and lasting reliability
- ANSI certified, reflecting adherence to industry standards and quality
- Handles up to 200 psi and up to 200°F, making it suitable for typical residential hot and cold water applications
- End configurations: End 1 — 3/4" Expansion PEX; End 2 — 3/4" FPT (female pipe thread)
- Drop Ear Elbow design provides a secure, space-saving connection with clean lines
- Packaging: Bagged; Number in Package: 1 What it’s ideal for
- Retrofits and remodels that convert a PEX A expansion line to a threaded 3/4" pipe connection
- Tight spaces where a 90-degree angle is needed to align fixtures, valves, or piping runs
- Projects using Apollo Expansion PEX / Pex A systems seeking a compatible, single-elbow solution Installation considerations
- End 1 uses Expansion PEX; End 2 offers a 3/4" FPT connection for compatible threaded piping
- This is not a push-to-connect fitting; ensure the FPT end mates with a suitable male-threaded pipe or adapter
- Confirm end diameters are both 3/4" to ensure proper fit and seal Specifications at a glance
- Material: Brass (Lead-Free)
- Maximum Pressure: 200 psi
- Maximum Temperature: 200°F
- End 1 Diameter: 3/4" (Expansion PEX)
- End 1 Type: Expansion PEX
- End 2 Diameter: 3/4" (FPT)
- End 2 Type: FPT (Female Pipe Thread)
- ANSI Certified
- Product Type: Drop Ear Elbow
- Brand: Apollo
- Sub Brand: Expansion PEX / Pex A
- Packaging Type: Bagged
- Number in Package: 1
- Push to Connect: No If you’re upgrading a PEX system or tying a PEX A line into existing threaded piping, this Apollo drop ear elbow offers a precise, reliable, and code-compliant bridge between expansion tubing and 3/4" threaded connections, packaged for simple one-piece installation.
