Introducing the Smith-Cooper 1/8 in. FPT x 1/8 in. FPT Stainless Steel 45 Degree Elbow — a precise, compact solution for directing small-diameter fluid and gas lines with confidence. Built to exacting standards, this elbow provides a clean 45-degree change of direction, helping you navigate tight spaces without putting stress on fittings or tubing.
Key benefits at a glance
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Two 1/8" FPT ends on a single stainless steel elbow, allowing easy integration with compatible male fittings and adapters in tight assemblies.
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Stainless steel construction delivers dependable corrosion resistance, durability against vibration, and long-term reliability in demanding environments.
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45-degree bend minimizes sharp turns that can cause kinking or flow disruption, improving routing in constrained layouts.
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Machined precision threads promote reliable seals and repeatable assembly, reducing leak risk in assemblies that require repeat maintenance or disassembly.
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Clean, bagged packaging protects the part from contamination prior to installation, making it suitable for cleanroom or lab setups where purity matters.
Who benefits from this elbow? Engineers, technicians, and installers working on compact hydraulic or pneumatic systems, instrumentation racks, or machinery with limited space. It’s ideal for lab benches, automation panels, or small-scale test rigs where a reliable 45-degree redirect is essential—and where you need fittings that won’t corrode over time.
Practical use cases
- Connecting two male-threaded components in a cramped automation cabinet without compromising line routing.
- Redirecting a short, delicate fluid line in instrumentation or test equipment where space is at a premium.
- Integrating with other stainless steel fittings in a compact hydraulic or pneumatic loop to maintain a tidy, reliable layout.
Installation tips
- Ensure mating components are compatible with 1/8" female pipe threads (FPT) on both ends.
- Use a compatible thread sealant or PTFE paste rated for metal pipe threads on FPT connections; avoid pipe tape on female threads.
- Hand-tighten securely and finish with an appropriate wrench, avoiding overtightening to preserve thread integrity and prevent leaks.
- Inspect threads before assembly and verify alignment to prevent cross-threading in tight spaces.
Designed for reliability in metal-to-metal connections, the Smith-Cooper 1/8 in. FPT x 1/8 in. FPT stainless steel 45-degree elbow combines durable material, precise machining, and space-conscious geometry to help you build robust, leak-resistant lines where it matters most. Add this compact elbow to your hardware kit and streamline your micro-piping projects with confidence.
