Midland Industries
Lead-Free Brass Street Elbow FIP x MIP 90° (Barstock)
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Description
Lead-Free Brass Street Elbow FIP x MIP 90° (Barstock)
Lead-Free Brass Barstock Street Elbows provide a compact 90-degree threaded transition between compatible piping components. The FIP x MIP configuration combines one female pipe-thread connection with one male pipe-thread connection, allowing the elbow to connect directly between male- and female-threaded components without requiring a separate nipple.
Lead-free brass construction provides durability and corrosion resistance for compatible potable-water, plumbing, agricultural, construction, industrial, water-transfer, and general fluid-handling applications where lead-free components are required.
Product Highlights
- Lead-free brass construction
- Barstock fitting construction
- Street elbow configuration
- FIP x MIP threaded connections
- 90° directional change
- Female pipe thread on one end
- Male pipe thread on the opposite end
- Compact threaded connection without a separate nipple
Technical Specifications
| Product Type | Street Elbow |
|---|---|
| Material | Lead-Free Brass |
| Construction | Barstock |
| Connection 1 | Female Pipe Thread (FIP) |
| Connection 2 | Male Pipe Thread (MIP) |
| Connection Configuration | FIP x MIP |
| Angle | 90° |
| Fitting Style | Street Elbow |
| Connection Method | Threaded |
| Primary Function | 90° Direction Change Between Male- and Female-Threaded Components |
Construction Details
The fitting features a durable lead-free brass barstock body configured as a compact 90-degree street elbow.
One end provides an internal female pipe thread while the opposite end provides an external male pipe thread. This combination allows the fitting to connect a compatible male-threaded component directly to a compatible female-threaded component.
The street-elbow design combines the function of an elbow and threaded transition in one fitting, helping reduce the need for additional nipples or adapters in compact piping installations.
Connection Configuration
Female Pipe Thread - FIP
The female pipe-thread connection accepts a compatible male-threaded pipe, nipple, valve, adapter, fitting, or equipment connection.
Male Pipe Thread - MIP
The male pipe-thread connection installs into a compatible female-threaded fitting, coupling, valve, manifold, adapter, or equipment port.
How a Street Elbow Works
A FIP x MIP street elbow provides a 90-degree directional change while transitioning directly between a female pipe-thread connection and a male pipe-thread connection.
The MIP end threads directly into a compatible female-threaded component. The FIP end accepts a compatible male-threaded component to complete the piping connection.
Because the fitting already incorporates both male and female threads, a separate threaded nipple is generally not required between the elbow and the female-threaded component.
Connection Reference
| Fitting Style | Connection 1 | Connection 2 | Direction | Function |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Street Elbow | FIP | MIP | 90° | Male-to-Female Threaded Direction Change |
Street Elbow Design
Male-to-Female Configuration
The combination of one MIP connection and one FIP connection allows the elbow to install directly between compatible male- and female-threaded components.
90° Direction Change
The elbow body positions the FIP and MIP connections at a right angle for compact changes in piping direction.
Street Elbow vs. Standard Elbow
Street Elbow
FIP x MIP
Uses one female and one male pipe-thread connection, allowing the male end to thread directly into a compatible female-threaded component.
Standard Female Elbow
FIP x FIP
Uses female pipe threads on both ends and requires compatible male-threaded components at each connection.
Common Applications
Plumbing & Water Systems
- Compatible potable-water piping
- Residential plumbing systems
- Commercial plumbing systems
- Water distribution piping
- Pump and valve connections
- Compact threaded piping layouts
Industrial & General Service
- Agricultural piping systems
- Construction applications
- Industrial water systems
- Maintenance and repair installations
- Equipment and manifold connections
- Compatible general fluid-handling systems
Barstock Lead-Free Brass Benefits
Lead-free brass provides durable metal construction and corrosion resistance for compatible plumbing and fluid-handling systems where lead-free fitting materials are required.
The barstock FIP x MIP street-elbow configuration combines male and female threaded connections with a 90-degree directional change in one compact fitting.
Installation & Selection Considerations
- Confirm the required FIP and MIP connection sizes before ordering.
- Verify the application requires a 90° street-elbow configuration.
- Use a thread-sealing method suitable for brass fittings and the intended media.
- Avoid excessive tightening that could damage the fitting or mating threads.
- Verify pressure, temperature, media, and lead-free application requirements before installation.
Use the Midland Industries catalog to review lead-free brass fitting information, street elbow configurations, threaded connection details, dimensional data, and related product information before ordering.
Midland Industries Catalog PDFNeed Help Selecting a Lead-Free Brass Fitting?
Our plumbing, brass fitting, and industrial product specialists can help review your FIP and MIP connection requirements, 90° street-elbow configuration, barstock construction, lead-free material requirements, and application before you order.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a Lead-Free Brass Street Elbow?
A street elbow is an angled fitting with a female pipe-thread connection on one end and a male pipe-thread connection on the other.
What does FIP x MIP mean?
FIP x MIP means the fitting combines one female pipe-thread connection with one male pipe-thread connection.
What angle does this street elbow provide?
This street elbow provides a 90-degree change in piping direction.
Why use a street elbow instead of a standard elbow?
A street elbow includes a male threaded end that can install directly into a compatible female-threaded component, potentially eliminating the need for a separate threaded nipple.
What connects to the FIP end?
The FIP connection accepts a compatible male-threaded pipe, nipple, fitting, valve, adapter, or other component.
What connects to the MIP end?
The MIP connection installs into a compatible female-threaded fitting, valve, coupling, manifold, adapter, or equipment port.
What does barstock mean?
Barstock identifies the construction style of the brass fitting body.
Should thread sealant be used?
Use a thread-sealing method appropriate for brass pipe-thread connections, the transferred media, and the requirements of the piping system.
Where can I find additional fitting information?
Use the Midland Industries Catalog PDF linked in the Willy section above to review additional lead-free brass fitting information, connection configurations, dimensional data, and related products.
Important Ordering & Installation Notes
- Connection configuration is FIP x MIP.
- The fitting provides a 90° directional change.
- Confirm both threaded connection sizes before ordering.
- Use an appropriate thread-sealing method and avoid overtightening.
- Verify lead-free, pressure, temperature, media, and application requirements before use.
