Male Elbow Coupling

A 90-degree compression fitting designed to join a single HDPE pipe to a female-threaded component like a pump discharge or a ball valve. It allows for a clean right-angle transition while creating a secure, threaded connection point.

KSh110

Size 20MM x ½” 25MM x ¾” 32MM x 1” 40MM x 1 ¼” 50MM x 1 ½” 63MM x 2” 75MM x 2 ½” 90MM x 3” 110MM x 4”

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High-impact PP-B body material provides superior durability and UV resistance for long-term farm use.
Male BSPT threaded outlet allows for a 90-degree transition to valves and pumps
Precision NBR O-ring creates a watertight seal while the POM split ring provides a secure mechanical grip.
PN16 pressure rating is maintained for sizes from 20mm up to 63mm (PN10 for 75mm+).
Fully mechanical design allows the fitting to be disassembled and reused for future system changes.

Product Description

Right-Angle Terminal Connections

The Male Elbow Coupling is a vital component for finishing an irrigation line where space is limited or where you need to turn a corner into hardware. While a standard elbow connects two pipes, this version transitions directly to a male thread.

This is the preferred fitting for connecting an HDPE mainline to the female-threaded discharge port of a water pump or mounting a ball valve at a 90-degree angle. Because it is a mechanical compression fitting, you can easily relocate the fitting if your farm layout changes.

Impact Resistance for Kenyan Soils

On a working farm, fittings are often subjected to physical stress and accidental impacts. These elbows are manufactured from Polypropylene Block Copolymer (PP-B), a material selected for high shock absorption.

Unlike brittle plastics, PP-B resists cracking when dropped on rocky soil or subjected to pressure surges. Note that PP-B is softer than metal; always align the elbow carefully with the female port before tightening to avoid cross-threading the plastic threads.

Thread Mating and Sealing Standards

The threaded side features BSPT (Tapered) threads. In many setups, you will mate this to the BSPP (Parallel) female port, which is common on water pumps. Because the thread geometries differ, they do not mate perfectly along the full length.

Therefore, watertightness depends entirely on high-quality PTFE (Teflon) tape to fill the gaps. We recommend 4 to 6 wraps of tape to ensure a 100% leak-proof joint. Avoid overwrapping, as excessive tape can create radial stress that can crack the female port you are screwing into.

Available Sizes & Pricing

IrriHub supplies a range of combinations to match your pipe diameters. Sizes 75mm and above are typically rated at PN10 to ensure structural integrity.

Size (Pipe x Thread)	Price (KES)
20mm x 1/2"	110.00
25mm x 3/4"	160.00
32mm x 1"	250.00
40mm x 1 1/4"	310.00
50mm x 1 1/2"	400.00
63mm x 2"	600.00
75mm x 2 1/2"	1,050.00
90mm x 3"	1,450.00
110mm x 4"	2,800.00

Professional Installation Tips

To protect internal seals, use a pipe cutter for a square edge and chamfer (deburr) the pipe end. This ensures the HDPE pipe does not nick or displace the NBR O-ring during insertion. Ensure the pipe is pushed past the O-ring until it hits the internal "stop."

While you can hand-tighten smaller sizes, a fitting wrench is mandatory for sizes 40mm and above to achieve the torque required for a professional 16-bar (PN16) seal.

IrriHub provides reliable irrigation systems for farmers across Kenya. For help choosing the right product, reach out to us directly.

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