SPL Series Stainless Steel Male Elbow Fittings

Features & Key Specifications

Features & Key Specifications of Our SPL Series:

Space-Saving 90-Degree Design:

The 90-degree elbow configuration is essential for creating compact, professional-looking pneumatic circuits and routing tubing in confined areas.

360° Swivel for Easy Installation:

The threaded body can be tightened independently, allowing the push-in connector to be rotated a full 360 degrees. This makes it incredibly easy to align your tubing, for example, when connecting an 8mm tube to a 1/4" NPT port at a specific angle.

Premium Stainless Steel Construction:

Available in both 304 and 316 stainless steel, these fittings offer exceptional resistance to corrosion, chemicals, and high temperatures, making them ideal for washdown environments.

Comprehensive Size & Thread Options:

We stock a full range of sizes to fit any system.

Tube OD (Metric): 4mm, 6mm, 8mm, 10mm, 12mm, 14mm, 16mm

Tube OD (Inch): 5/32", 1/4", 5/16", 3/8", 1/2"

Port Sizes: M5, 1/8", 1/4", 3/8", 1/2", 3/4" in NPT, BSPP (G), and BSPT (P) threads.

Food-Grade & Oil-Free Design:

Manufactured to be oil-free and compliant with the Food Hygiene Law, our food grade elbow fittings are safe for use in sanitary applications.

Application Fields

The Perfect Corner Connection:

Cylinder & Valve Port Connections: Ideal for connecting tubing to the ports of pneumatic cylinders and valves where space is limited.

Control Cabinet & Panel Building: Allows for neat and tidy routing of pneumatic lines inside control panels.

Food & Beverage Machinery: A hygienic stainless steel swivel elbow for processing and packaging equipment.

Robotics & Automation: Provides flexible and compact connections for moving robotic arms and automated components.

Technical & Selection Guide

Why Use a Swivel Elbow?

A swivel elbow fitting is a major upgrade over a standard, fixed elbow. After you have tightened the male thread into the port, you can still freely rotate the main body of the fitting. This is extremely useful because:

It eliminates the problem of over-tightening or under-tightening the thread just to get the tubing to point in the right direction.

It allows for much faster and easier installation in hard-to-reach places.

FAQ

Frequently Asked questions

Q: How does the swivel function work?

A: The threaded stud is a separate piece from the main elbow body and is sealed with an O-ring. This allows you to tighten the thread first, and then orient the elbow to the desired angle.

Q: Can I get a 45-degree elbow?

A: While 90 degrees is the industry standard for male elbows, other angles may be available in different fitting series. Please contact us with your specific requirements.

Q: Is this fitting suitable for high-pressure washdowns?

A: Yes, absolutely. The 316 stainless steel construction is designed to withstand the water pressure and cleaning chemicals used in industrial washdown procedures, making it a perfect choice for the food and beverage industry.