Midland Industries
Midland Lead-Free Bronze 90 Degree Elbow
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Description
Midland Lead-Free Bronze 90 Degree Elbow
Midland Lead-Free Bronze 90° Elbows are designed to create dependable right-angle directional changes in threaded piping systems used for potable water, plumbing, commercial, industrial, and marine applications.
Manufactured from durable lead-free bronze, these fittings provide excellent corrosion resistance, dependable mechanical strength, and long service life. Precision-machined female NPT connections on both ends provide secure installation with compatible male-threaded pipe, nipples, valves, fittings, and equipment connections.
Product Highlights
- Lead-free bronze construction
- 90° elbow configuration
- Female NPT x Female NPT threaded connections
- Creates a right-angle change in piping direction
- Precision-machined NPT threads
- Excellent corrosion resistance
- Suitable for compatible potable water applications
- Compact design for efficient pipe routing
- Suitable for commercial, industrial, plumbing, and marine systems
- Manufactured by Midland Industries
Technical Specifications
| Product Type | 90° Threaded Elbow |
|---|---|
| Brand | Midland |
| Material | Lead-Free Bronze |
| Connection Type | Female NPT x Female NPT |
| Thread Type | NPT |
| Angle | 90° |
| Configuration | Standard Elbow |
| Primary Function | Creating a 90° Directional Change in Threaded Piping |
| Potable Water Use | Suitable for Compatible Potable Water Applications |
| Typical Applications | Potable Water, Plumbing, Commercial, Industrial, Marine, Mechanical, and General Fluid Handling Systems |
Elbow Configuration
Female NPT Connection
One end features a precision-machined female NPT connection for use with compatible male-threaded pipe, nipples, fittings, valves, or equipment.
90° Direction Change
The elbow redirects the piping system by 90 degrees, making it useful for routing pipe around corners, equipment, and structural obstructions.
Female NPT Connection
The opposite end also features a female NPT connection for joining another compatible male-threaded piping component.
Construction Details
Midland Lead-Free Bronze 90° Elbows are manufactured from premium lead-free bronze to provide dependable strength, corrosion resistance, and long-term performance in demanding threaded piping systems.
Precision-machined female NPT threads on both ends help provide consistent engagement with compatible male-threaded components when installed using accepted piping practices.
The compact right-angle body allows efficient pipe routing where space is limited while maintaining a durable threaded connection between system components.
Why Choose a Lead-Free Bronze 90° Elbow?
Efficient Pipe Routing
- Changes piping direction by 90 degrees
- Useful for corners and confined spaces
- Connects two male-threaded piping components
- Suitable for new installations and repairs
- Compact one-piece fitting design
Lead-Free Bronze Construction
- Excellent corrosion resistance
- Dependable mechanical strength
- Suitable for compatible potable water systems
- Useful in commercial and marine environments
- Designed for long-term threaded service
NPT Threaded Connections
Female NPT x Female NPT
Both ends use female NPT threads for connection to compatible male NPT pipe, nipples, fittings, valves, or equipment connections.
Thread Sealing
Use an appropriate thread sealant or PTFE tape on mating male NPT connections according to the piping material, system media, and installation requirements.
Typical Applications
Potable Water & Plumbing
- Potable water systems
- Residential plumbing
- Commercial plumbing
- Water distribution systems
- Fixture and equipment connections
Industrial & Marine
- Industrial piping systems
- Marine piping applications
- Mechanical equipment
- Utility piping
- Compatible general fluid handling systems
Size Selection
Midland Lead-Free Bronze 90° Elbows are designed for compatible threaded piping systems using female NPT connections on both ends.
Confirm the required nominal pipe size and verify that both mating components use compatible male NPT threads before ordering.
Our pipe and fitting specialists can help review your nominal pipe size, female NPT connections, 90° piping layout, potable water application, system media, pressure, temperature, and material compatibility before you order.
Email the GetPipe.com Team Visit Quick SupportFrequently Asked Questions
What material is this elbow made from?
It is manufactured from lead-free bronze.
What type of connections does it use?
It uses female NPT threaded connections on both ends.
What angle does this elbow provide?
The fitting changes the piping direction by 90 degrees.
What is a 90° elbow used for?
It is used to create a right-angle directional change in a threaded piping system.
Is this suitable for potable water?
The supplied product information identifies lead-free bronze construction suitable for compatible potable water applications.
Why choose bronze?
Bronze provides dependable mechanical strength and excellent corrosion resistance in compatible plumbing, industrial, and marine environments.
Should thread sealant be used?
Use an appropriate thread sealant or PTFE tape on mating male NPT connections according to the application requirements.
Can this fitting be used in marine piping systems?
The supplied product information identifies marine piping systems among the intended applications.
Can this elbow be used in tight spaces?
Yes. The compact 90-degree configuration can be useful for routing piping around corners or equipment where space is limited.
What should I verify before ordering?
Confirm the nominal pipe size, both mating male NPT connections, 90-degree layout requirements, potable water requirements, system pressure, temperature, and media compatibility.
Important Ordering & Installation Notes
- This listing is for Midland Lead-Free Bronze 90° Elbows.
- Both ends use female NPT threaded connections.
- Verify both mating components use compatible male NPT threads.
- Confirm the required nominal pipe size before ordering.
- Confirm the 90° elbow configuration matches the intended piping layout.
- Use an appropriate thread sealant or PTFE tape on threaded connections.
- Verify lead-free bronze is suitable for the intended potable water or fluid handling application.
- Confirm pressure and temperature requirements before installation.
- Verify media compatibility before placing the fitting into service.
- Avoid excessive tightening that could damage the elbow or mating threads.
- Orient the elbow correctly before final tightening.
- Support connected piping to prevent excessive mechanical loading.
- Inspect all threaded connections for damage or contamination before assembly.
- Check completed connections for leakage before placing the system into service.
- Install according to applicable plumbing requirements and Midland manufacturer recommendations.
