Description
Charman Push Fit Elbow
Charman Push Fit Elbows provide a convenient 90-degree change in direction for compatible CTS tubing systems. The push-fit connection design helps simplify installation without soldering, clamps, unions, or glue, making these elbows useful for new plumbing installations, repairs, renovations, and piping modifications.
Available in 1/2", 3/4", and 1" sizes, Charman Push Fit Elbows feature compact lead-free brass construction and are designed for compatible copper tubing, CTS CPVC, and PEX. The 90-degree elbow configuration helps route piping around obstacles, through framing, or toward fixtures and equipment while maintaining a compact connection.
Product Highlights
- 90-degree elbow design
- Push-fit connection system
- Available in 1/2", 3/4", and 1"
- Compact lead-free brass construction
- Designed to change piping direction 90 degrees
- Compatible with copper tubing, CTS CPVC, and PEX
- Installation requires no soldering, clamps, unions, or glue
- Charman push-fitting family is certified for service up to 200 PSI and 200°F
What Is a Push Fit Elbow?
A push fit elbow is a plumbing fitting designed to connect compatible tubing while changing the direction of the piping approximately 90 degrees. Charman Push Fit Elbows use push-fit connections on both ends, allowing properly prepared tubing to be inserted directly into the fitting.
The elbow configuration is useful where a straight piping run needs to turn around framing, equipment, structural obstacles, or toward another section of the plumbing system. The push-fit design helps reduce traditional joining steps during installation.
Why Choose a Charman Push Fit Elbow?
Fast Push-Fit Installation
- No soldering is required
- No glue or clamps are required
- Push-fit ends simplify installation
- Useful for plumbing repairs and renovations
- Helps reduce traditional tubing-joining steps during installation
Convenient 90-Degree Direction Change
- Compact elbow design
- Changes piping direction 90 degrees
- Available in three common CTS sizes
- Useful for routing piping around obstacles
- Provides a direct directional transition between tubing runs
Common Applications
Residential Plumbing
- Water-line repairs
- Plumbing renovations
- Fixture supply routing
- Residential piping turns
- Potable-water distribution systems
Commercial & General Plumbing
- Piping repairs
- System modifications
- Equipment supply routing
- Commercial water distribution
- Copper, CTS CPVC, and PEX installations
Construction Details
Lead-Free Brass Body
- Compact brass construction
- Designed for 90-degree connections
- Suitable for approved concealed applications
- Built for dependable plumbing installations
- Lead-free design for compatible potable-water applications
Push-Fit Connection System
- No soldering is required
- No glue or unions are required
- Designed for compatible CTS tubing
- Push-fit ends help simplify installation
- Suitable for compatible copper, CTS CPVC, and PEX
90-Degree Elbow Design
The Charman Push Fit Elbow uses a compact 90-degree body to redirect compatible CTS tubing while maintaining push-fit connections at both ends. This allows a piping run to change direction without requiring additional threaded or soldered transition fittings.
With 1/2", 3/4", and 1" options available, the correct elbow can be selected for several common residential and commercial CTS piping sizes. The push-fit connection system can be particularly helpful where working space is limited or traditional joining methods would add unnecessary installation steps.
Push Fit Elbow vs. Straight Coupling
Push Fit Elbow
- 90-degree configuration
- Changes piping direction
- Push-fit connections on both ends
- Available in 1/2", 3/4", and 1"
- Used where the tubing run needs to turn
Push Fit Coupling
- Straight configuration
- Maintains the piping direction
- Push-fit connections on both ends
- Available as a separate Charman product
- Used for straight tubing connections and extensions
Where a Charman Push Fit Elbow Makes Sense
- For 90-degree piping turns
- When routing tubing around obstacles
- During residential plumbing repairs and renovations
- For directional changes in compatible water-distribution lines
- In compatible copper, CTS CPVC, and PEX piping systems
- Where push-fit installation can simplify a directional change in the plumbing system
Installation & Selection Considerations
- Select the elbow size that matches the tubing.
- Confirm both tubing sections use compatible CTS dimensions.
- Cut tubing square and make sure the connection surfaces are clean and free of burrs.
- Fully insert compatible tubing into both push-fit ends before placing the system in service.
- Verify the complete piping system is suitable for the intended pressure, temperature, media, and applicable codes.
Product Selection Considerations
Elbow Size
Select the Charman Push Fit Elbow according to the tubing size required by the installation. This listing includes 1/2", 3/4", and 1" elbows for compatible CTS piping systems.
Piping Direction
Choose a push fit elbow when the tubing run needs an approximately 90-degree direction change. For a straight connection between tubing sections, select a Charman Push Fit Coupling instead.
The GetPipe.com team can help confirm your elbow size, tubing type, and piping layout before you order.
Frequently Asked Questions
What sizes are available?
This listing includes 1/2", 3/4", and 1" Charman Push Fit Elbows.
What does a push fit elbow do?
A push fit elbow connects compatible tubing while changing the direction of the piping approximately 90 degrees.
Which Charman SKUs are included?
The included Charman part numbers are 440103 for 1/2", 440104 for 3/4", and 440105 for 1".
What tubing works with these elbows?
Charman identifies its push-fitting system for use with compatible copper tubing, CTS CPVC, and PEX.
Does installation require soldering or glue?
No. Charman states that its push fittings do not require soldering, clamps, unions, or glue for the push-fit connection.
What are the pressure and temperature ratings?
The Charman push-fitting family is certified for service up to 200 PSI and 200°F (93°C).
Can these elbows be used in potable-water systems?
Yes. Charman identifies its push-fitting family as lead free and designed for compatible potable-water distribution applications.
When should I use a coupling instead of an elbow?
Use a coupling when the tubing needs to continue in a straight line. Choose an elbow when the piping needs an approximately 90-degree directional change.
Important Ordering & Installation Notes
- Available sizes are 1/2", 3/4", and 1".
- Select the elbow size that matches the tubing.
- This listing is specifically for Charman Push Fit Elbows.
- Verify tubing type, connection size, and piping layout before ordering.
- Confirm the complete piping system is appropriate for the intended pressure, temperature, media, and installation conditions.
