Charman Inc.
Copper 90 Degree Long Radius Elbow - C x C
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Description
Copper 90 Degree Long Radius Elbow - C x C
Charman Inc. Copper 90 Degree Long Radius Elbows provide a broad 90-degree directional change for compatible copper tube piping systems. The long-radius design creates a more gradual turn than a short-radius elbow, while the C x C configuration provides cup-style connections on both ends for solder / sweat installation.
This fitting is useful where the piping layout allows additional bend space and a wider 90-degree turn is preferred over the tighter geometry of a short-radius elbow.
Product Highlights
- Copper 90-degree elbow
- Long-radius (LR) configuration
- C x C cup-style connections
- Copper construction
- Solder / sweat installation
- Provides a broader 90-degree turn than a short-radius elbow
- Suitable for copper piping layouts where additional bend space is available
Sizes & Part Numbers
| Part Number | Size | UPC |
|---|---|---|
| 330243 | 1/2" | 847877021017 |
| 330255 | 5/8" | 847877021031 |
| 330244 | 3/4" | 847877021024 |
Technical Specifications
| Brand | Charman Inc. |
|---|---|
| Product Type | Copper 90 Degree Long Radius Elbow |
| Material | Copper |
| Angle | 90 Degrees |
| Radius | Long Radius (LR) |
| Connection Type | C x C |
| Connection Style | Cup / Sweat |
| Joining Method | Solder Joint |
What Is a Long Radius Copper Elbow?
A long-radius copper elbow changes the direction of a compatible copper tube run by 90 degrees using a broader bend profile than a short-radius elbow. This wider geometry creates a more gradual directional transition while still producing a full right-angle change in the piping run.
- Creates a 90-degree piping turn
- Uses a broader elbow radius
- Provides a more gradual directional change
- Accepts compatible copper tube at both ends
- Designed for solder / sweat joining
Long Radius vs. Short Radius
Long Radius Elbow
Provides a broader 90-degree turn with a more gradual bend profile. The wider geometry requires additional installation space around the directional change.
Short Radius Elbow
Uses a tighter bend profile for installations where available space is limited and a more compact 90-degree turn is needed.
Understanding C x C Connections
C x C indicates that both ends of the elbow have cup-style connections designed to receive compatible copper tubing. Each tube end is inserted into the appropriate fitting cup and joined using a solder / sweat connection.
Why Use a Long Radius Elbow?
Broader Turn
The long-radius body creates a wider 90-degree directional change than a compact short-radius elbow.
Gradual Routing
The broader geometry is useful for piping layouts where a more gradual change in direction is preferred.
Direct Tube Connections
Cup connections on both ends receive compatible copper tubing for straightforward solder / sweat installation.
Common Applications
Plumbing & Mechanical
- Copper tube installations
- Water distribution piping
- Mechanical piping systems
- Equipment connections
- Repair and maintenance
Gradual Piping Turns
- Broader 90-degree routing
- Equipment room piping
- Fabricated copper assemblies
- Piping modifications
- Layouts where a wider turn is preferred
How to Select the Correct Elbow
- Identify the nominal size of the copper tubing.
- Confirm that the piping layout requires a 90-degree directional change.
- Determine whether a long-radius bend is appropriate for the installation.
- Verify that sufficient space is available for the broader elbow geometry.
- Confirm that C x C cup-style solder connections are required.
- Select the variation corresponding to the required nominal tube size.
Installation Guidance
- Verify the nominal copper tube size before installation.
- Confirm adequate clearance is available for the long-radius body.
- Orient the elbow correctly for the required 90-degree turn.
- Cut compatible copper tube squarely and remove burrs as appropriate.
- Clean the tubing and fitting cups before soldering.
- Apply appropriate flux according to the joining procedure.
- Fully insert the copper tubing into each fitting cup.
- Use proper soldering and heating procedures for copper joints.
- Allow completed joints to cool before disturbing the assembly.
- Test the completed piping system for leakage before placing it into service.
Our pipe and fitting specialists can help review your copper tube size, long-radius elbow requirements, 90-degree piping layout, solder-joint connection, and application before you order.
Email the GetPipe.com Team Visit Quick SupportFrequently Asked Questions
What does LR mean?
LR means long radius and describes the broader bend geometry of the elbow.
What does C x C mean?
C x C indicates cup-style connections on both ends designed to receive compatible copper tubing for solder / sweat joining.
When should I use a long-radius elbow?
A long-radius elbow is useful when the piping layout requires a 90-degree turn and sufficient space is available for a broader bend profile.
How is a long-radius elbow different from a short-radius elbow?
A long-radius elbow uses a broader bend geometry, while a short-radius elbow creates the same directional change within a more compact space.
Does a long-radius elbow require more installation space?
Yes. Its broader bend profile generally requires more clearance than a short-radius elbow, so available installation space should be checked before selection.
How are these elbows installed?
Compatible copper tubing is inserted into the cup connections and joined using appropriate solder / sweat procedures, including tube preparation, cleaning, flux application, heating, soldering, and system testing.
Important Ordering Notes
- Verify the nominal copper tube size before ordering.
- Confirm that the piping layout requires a 90-degree directional change.
- Verify that a long-radius configuration is appropriate for the installation.
- Confirm adequate clearance for the broader elbow geometry.
- Verify that C x C solder / sweat connections are required.
