1/2 inch Copper Street 90 Degree Elbow Copper x Fitting

1/2 inch Copper Street 90° Elbow – Compact Turn Fitting for Copper Tube Systems

The 1/2 inch Copper Street 90° Elbow is a compact directional fitting designed for use in soldered copper piping systems. With a male (street) and female end, this elbow facilitates 90-degree changes in direction without requiring an additional short segment of tubing, making it ideal for confined installations and precise offsets.

Manufactured from lead-free copper alloy, the fitting provides corrosion resistance and mechanical strength for a wide range of applications, including domestic water distribution, hydronic systems, and low-pressure process piping.

Fitting Advantages for System Designers and Installers

Street elbows are preferred in tight or space-restricted applications. This fitting is engineered to meet key performance criteria for professional installations:

• ✅ Space-Efficient Layout – Allows direct insertion into another fitting, eliminating the need for additional pipe stubs.
• ✅ Lead-Free Construction – Suitable for potable water systems in accordance with federal and state regulations.
• ✅ Reliable Solder Joint Integrity – Smooth interior and uniform wall thickness ensure consistent capillary action and bonding during soldering.
• ✅ Mechanical Stability – Withstands system vibration and thermal expansion within standard design tolerances.
• ✅ Code-Compliant Design – Complies with applicable plumbing and mechanical codes across jurisdictions.

Technical Specifications

• Material: Wrought Copper (Lead-Free, per ASTM B75)
• Nominal Size: 1/2 inch
• End Connections: Street (Male Sweat) x Female Sweat
• Bend Angle: 90 Degrees
• Standards Compliance: ASME B16.22, NSF/ANSI 61, NSF/ANSI 372

Installation Guidance

Install using standard plumbing soldering procedures. Clean both mating surfaces, apply approved flux, and use lead-free solder for potable water systems. Apply uniform heating to ensure full joint penetration. Not suitable for threaded, compression, or push-to-connect systems unless specified by the manufacturer.

Applications

This street elbow is commonly used in domestic water lines, back-to-wall fixture connections, risers, and hydronic heating loops where compact directional changes are required. Its reduced profile enables cleaner layout within wall cavities, utility spaces, and mechanical closets.

Compliance Note

All fittings intended for potable water systems must be certified lead-free in accordance with the Safe Drinking Water Act. This fitting meets those requirements and is labeled accordingly for inspection and code verification.