3/8 inch Galvanized Iron 90 Degree Street Elbow Female x Male

3/8 inch Galvanized Iron 90° Street Elbow – Threaded Elbow for Directional Transitions in Rigid Systems

The 3/8 inch Galvanized Iron 90-Degree Street Elbow is designed to facilitate directional changes in rigid pipe systems while minimizing fitting count and installation space. Featuring a female NPT inlet and a male NPT outlet, this elbow enables direct connections without the need for an additional coupling, streamlining pipe layout in tight or confined areas.

Manufactured from malleable iron and hot-dip galvanized for extended corrosion resistance, this elbow supports applications where mechanical strength and long-term exposure to moisture or vapor are considerations. The threaded design allows for repeatable joint assembly and service disconnection without damaging the system’s structural integrity.

Key Functional Benefits

• ✅ Malleable Iron Body: Provides mechanical durability under system pressure and thermal expansion.
• ✅ Hot-Dip Galvanized Coating: Improves resistance to corrosion in water and air-handling environments.
• ✅ Street Elbow Design: One-piece male-to-female configuration allows direct insertion into fittings, conserving space and reducing component count.

Specifications

• Nominal Size: 3/8 inch
• Material: Galvanized malleable iron
• Connection Type: Female NPT x Male NPT
• Bend Angle: 90 degrees
• Use Case: Pipe routing where direction changes and spatial constraints require tight offsets

Application Overview

This 90° street elbow is commonly installed in mechanical piping layouts, water supply lines, air compressor loops, and equipment connections where standard elbows cannot be accommodated due to space or alignment restrictions. It is suitable for use in both horizontal and vertical orientations within rigid iron pipe systems.

Technical Insight

Street elbows provide a practical advantage in system layout by eliminating the need for a coupling at one end. This not only reduces installation time and material cost but also supports more compact installations in valve assemblies, manifolds, and control stations.

The 3/8 inch Galvanized Iron 90° Street Elbow delivers a balance of corrosion resistance, structural performance, and dimensional accuracy—qualities essential for maintaining integrity in industrial-grade and commercial plumbing systems.