Custom 304 Stainless Steel Male-Female 90-Degree Street Elbows
AODSON manufactures compact 304 stainless steel male-female 90-degree street elbows for changing flow direction between threaded pipe, tubing and equipment connections. The product shown combines a female internal thread, a male external thread and a square central body that provides wrenching surfaces during installation.
The sample is marked 1/4 inch and 304 stainless steel. Thread standard, connection size, bore, body dimensions and allowable pressure must be confirmed from the purchase specification rather than inferred from the sample alone.
Product Specifications and Custom Options
| Product type | Male-female 90-degree threaded street elbow or right-angle adapter |
|---|---|
| Material | 304 stainless steel as shown; 316L and other grades subject to service review |
| Connection arrangement | One female internal thread and one male external thread at 90 degrees |
| Thread options | G/BSPP, BSPT/R, NPT, metric or other specified thread forms |
| Size | 1/4-inch marking shown; additional nominal sizes produced to specification |
| Body style | Square wrenching block with cylindrical threaded bosses |
| Manufacturing | CNC machining, drilling, thread cutting, deburring, optional joining and finishing |
| Finish options | Machined, polished, passivated or project-specific finish |
| Ratings and tolerances | Confirmed from the approved drawing, material, thread form, temperature and test requirements |
Male and Female Threaded Connections
The male end can connect directly to a female port while the female end accepts a mating male fitting, reducing the need for a separate close nipple. The square center section provides flat wrenching surfaces and helps control orientation during assembly.
Design and Ordering Considerations
Specify material grade, male and female thread standards and sizes, bore diameter, center-to-end dimensions, body width, wrench size, thread engagement, sealing method, service medium, design pressure and temperature. If different sizes are required on the two ends, clearly identify the reducing arrangement and flow direction.
Working pressure is determined by the complete fitting design, wall section, thread geometry, material, manufacturing route, temperature and validation method. Pressure-service fittings should be ordered with an agreed standard, inspection plan and proof or leakage test requirement.
Key Features
- Compact right-angle routing: changes connection direction within a small installation envelope.
- Male-female arrangement: connects dissimilar threaded ports without an additional nipple.
- Square wrenching body: offers flat surfaces for controlled tightening and alignment.
- Machined threads: thread form, engagement length and port size can be matched to the approved specification.
- Stainless steel construction: suitable for corrosion-resistant piping and equipment applications when the correct grade is selected.
Typical Applications
- Hydraulic and pneumatic equipment connections
- Instrumentation lines, manifolds and sensor ports
- Water, gas and general process piping
- Pumps, valves and compact equipment assemblies
- Custom OEM fluid-routing systems
Quality Control and Inspection
Inspection can include material identification, port position, center-to-end dimensions, bore continuity, thread gauge verification, wrenching dimensions and surface condition. Leakage, proof-pressure or other project-specific testing can be arranged when the procedure and acceptance criteria are specified. Learn more about AODSON quality control and inspection.
OEM Customization and RFQ Requirements
For quotation, send a drawing or sample with material, both thread specifications, bore, center-to-end dimensions, pressure and temperature conditions, medium, quantity, finish and testing requirements. Submit the project through the request-a-quote page.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can the male and female ends use different sizes?
Yes. Reducing male-female combinations can be reviewed when both thread standards, sizes and required flow bore are provided.
Is this fitting rated for high-pressure service?
A pressure rating cannot be assigned from appearance alone. It must be confirmed from the material, geometry, thread standard, temperature, manufacturing route and specified validation tests.
What information is needed for a quotation?
Please provide material grade, male and female thread details, bore, overall dimensions, service conditions, quantity, finish and inspection requirements.
