Midland Industries
Midland XH Bronze Street Elbow
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Description
Midland XH Bronze Street Elbow
Midland XH Bronze Street Elbows provide a compact 90° directional change in threaded piping systems while combining a male NPT connection on one end with a female NPT connection on the other.
Manufactured from durable bronze with extra heavy construction, these fittings are designed for demanding plumbing, commercial, industrial, and marine applications where strength, corrosion resistance, and dependable threaded performance are important.
Product Highlights
- Extra heavy (XH) bronze construction
- 90° street elbow configuration
- Male NPT x Female NPT threaded connections
- Compact design eliminates the need for an additional pipe nipple in many installations
- Precision-machined NPT threads
- Excellent corrosion resistance
- Suitable for compatible water, oil, air, and other fluid systems
- Available in multiple nominal pipe sizes
- Suitable for commercial, industrial, plumbing, and marine applications
- Manufactured by Midland Industries
Technical Specifications
| Product Type | Extra Heavy Street Elbow |
|---|---|
| Brand | Midland |
| Material | Bronze |
| Construction | Extra Heavy (XH) |
| Connection Type | Male NPT x Female NPT |
| Thread Type | NPT |
| Angle | 90° |
| Configuration | Street Elbow |
| Primary Function | Creating a Compact 90° Directional Change in Threaded Piping |
| Typical Applications | Plumbing, Commercial, Industrial, Marine, Mechanical, and Compatible Fluid Handling Systems |
Street Elbow Configuration
Male NPT End
One end features a male NPT connection that can thread directly into a compatible female-threaded fitting, valve, or equipment port.
90° Direction Change
The elbow redirects the piping system by 90 degrees while maintaining a compact overall installation footprint.
Female NPT End
The opposite end features a female NPT connection for accepting compatible male-threaded pipe, nipples, fittings, or equipment connections.
Construction Details
Midland XH Bronze Street Elbows are manufactured from high-quality bronze to provide dependable mechanical strength and excellent corrosion resistance in demanding threaded piping systems.
The extra heavy wall construction provides increased material thickness and durability compared with standard-weight fitting configurations.
Precision-machined male and female NPT threads help provide consistent engagement with compatible threaded components while the street-elbow design allows a direct male-to-female transition without requiring a separate nipple.
Why Choose an XH Bronze Street Elbow?
Compact Pipe Routing
- Creates a 90° directional change
- Male-to-female street elbow configuration
- Can eliminate the need for an additional nipple
- Useful in confined piping layouts
- Suitable for new installations and repairs
Extra Heavy Bronze Construction
- Robust fitting body
- Excellent corrosion resistance
- Dependable mechanical strength
- Suitable for demanding environments
- Designed for long-term threaded service
NPT Threaded Connections
Male NPT x Female NPT
The male end installs into a compatible female NPT connection, while the female end accepts a compatible male NPT piping component.
Thread Sealing
Use an appropriate thread sealant or PTFE tape on NPT threaded connections according to the system media, operating conditions, and installation requirements.
Typical Applications
Plumbing & Commercial
- Commercial plumbing systems
- Water distribution piping
- Valve and equipment connections
- Compact piping layouts
- Maintenance and repair
Industrial & Marine
- Industrial piping systems
- Marine piping applications
- Compatible oil and air systems
- Mechanical equipment
- General fluid handling systems
Size Selection
Midland XH Bronze Street Elbows are available in multiple nominal pipe sizes.
Confirm the required pipe size and verify that the male and female NPT connections match the mating components in your system before ordering.
Our pipe and fitting specialists can help review your nominal pipe size, male and female NPT connections, 90° routing requirements, system media, pressure, temperature, and material compatibility before you order.
Email the GetPipe.com Team Visit Quick SupportFrequently Asked Questions
What material is this street elbow made from?
It is manufactured from bronze.
What does XH mean?
XH stands for Extra Heavy and identifies the more robust construction of the fitting.
What type of connections does it use?
It uses one male NPT connection and one female NPT connection.
What angle does the fitting provide?
The fitting changes piping direction by 90 degrees.
What makes this a street elbow?
A street elbow has a male threaded connection on one end and a female threaded connection on the other, allowing it to connect directly into another female-threaded fitting.
Can this reduce the number of fittings needed?
Yes. The male-to-female configuration can eliminate the need for a separate pipe nipple in many installations.
Why choose bronze?
Bronze provides dependable mechanical strength and excellent corrosion resistance in compatible plumbing, industrial, and marine piping environments.
Should thread sealant be used?
Use an appropriate thread sealant or PTFE tape on the NPT threaded connections according to the application requirements.
What media can this fitting be used with?
The supplied product information identifies water, oil, air, and other compatible fluid systems as possible applications.
What should I verify before ordering?
Confirm nominal pipe size, male and female NPT connection requirements, 90-degree routing needs, pressure, temperature, media compatibility, and installation space.
Important Ordering & Installation Notes
- This listing is for Midland XH Bronze Street Elbows.
- The fitting uses one male NPT and one female NPT connection.
- Verify the required nominal pipe size before ordering.
- Confirm the mating connections are compatible with the male and female NPT ends.
- Confirm the 90° configuration matches the intended piping layout.
- Use an appropriate thread sealant or PTFE tape on threaded connections.
- Verify bronze is compatible with the intended system media.
- Confirm system pressure and temperature requirements before installation.
- Inspect both threaded ends for damage or contamination before assembly.
- Avoid excessive tightening that could damage the fitting or mating threads.
- Orient the street elbow correctly before final tightening.
- Support connected piping to prevent excessive mechanical loading.
- Check completed connections for leakage before placing the system into service.
- Pipe, nipples, valves, and additional fittings are sold separately unless otherwise specified.
- Install according to applicable piping requirements and Midland manufacturer recommendations.
