90 Degree Compression Male Thread Elbow for PE Pipe

90 Degree Compression Male Thread Elbow for PE Pipe

This compression male thread elbow changes the direction of an irrigation pipe by 90 degrees and provides an externally threaded outlet. A blue compression nut joins the plain polyethylene pipe, and the black male thread connects to a compatible female threaded component. The elbow is useful where a supply line runs alongside equipment and must turn toward a valve, riser base or other threaded fitting. Its angled layout allows the connection to follow the space available without forcing the pipe into a tight bend near the equipment.

Select the pipe and thread combination

The size option identifies two different connection measurements: the metric figure is the pipe outside diameter, and the inch figure is the nominal threaded connection. Match both measurements before ordering; an inch thread size is not a measurement of the pipe outside diameter. Available combinations are 20 × 1/2", 20 × 3/4", 25 × 1/2", 25 × 3/4", 25 × 1", 32 × 1/2", 32 × 3/4", 32 × 1", 40 × 1", 40 × 1 1/4", 40 × 1 1/2", 50 × 1 1/2", 50 × 2", 63 × 2", 75 × 2 1/2", 90 × 3", 110 × 4". These combinations allow the threaded connection to be chosen independently of the pipe diameter where a listed option is available.

Plan an accessible irrigation connection

Measure the existing pipe and check that its material and wall construction suit a compression joint. Confirm the mating female connection has the same thread size and standard before assembly. The thread standard is not confirmed by the size label alone. Prepare a clean, square pipe end and keep grit away from the sealing surfaces. Follow the fitting installation instructions for pipe insertion and nut tightening, and use a thread sealing method suitable for the mating components.

Check the completed assembly

Provide support for adjacent valves or equipment so their weight does not strain the elbow. Position the connection where the compression nut can be reached for inspection. Fill the line gradually, inspect both the pipe and threaded joints for leakage, and confirm the operating pressure is within the limits of every connected component. For a replacement, compare the original connection arrangement as well as the dimensions so the new fitting preserves the intended flow route.