SME 8-8N
90-Degree Stainless Steel Elbow – 1/2" Tube x 1/2" Male NPT
- Model: SME 8-8N (1/2" tube x 1/2" Male NPT, 316 stainless steel)
- Type: 90-Degree Male Elbow (tube-to-male threaded elbow fitting)
- Material: 316 Stainless Steel (corrosion-resistant alloy)
- Pressure Rating: Suitable for high-pressure fluid and gas systems (based on tubing and thread specs)
- Size: 1/2" tube outer diameter (O.D.) x 1/2" Male NPT
- Finish: Machined, sanitary-grade surface
- Equivalent To: Swagelok® SS-810-2-8
| Angle | 90? |
|---|---|
| End Size | 44198in |
| End Type | Female National Pipe Thread (NPT) |
| Inch/Metric | Inch |
| Tube Outside Diameter D | 1/2in, mm |
| Width Across Flats h | 13/16in, mm |
| Dimension A | 22.86mm |
|---|---|
| Dimension B | 21.84mm |
| Dimension I | 25.90mm |
| Dimension L | 36.06mm |
| Dimension L1 | 33.02mm |
| Dimension d [Min] | 10.41mm |
90-Degree Stainless Steel Elbow – 1/2" Tube x 1/2" Male NPT (SME 8-8N)
The SME 8-8N is a 90-degree male elbow designed for 1/2" tubing and 1/2" Male NPT threaded ports. Engineered for hygienic fluid processors and industrial systems, it delivers clean directional flow while maintaining a tight, reliable seal in compact layouts.
Made from 316 stainless steel, this fitting resists corrosion and supports frequent clean-in-place cycles. It’s ideal for food and beverage, pharmaceutical, and industrial applications where cleanliness, performance, and durability are critical.
The SME 8-8N installs easily and integrates with standard fittings, making it a dependable option for engineers working with hygienic valves and process piping.
Key Benefits
- Seal: Tapered NPT and tube connection provide secure, leak-tight performance
- Durability: Stands up to vibration, pressure changes, and repeated cleanings
- Maintenance: Reusable with no loss in sealing integrity
- Compatibility: Connects with standard stainless and process tubing
- Material: 316 stainless steel supports hygienic systems and CIP environments
Typical Applications
- Hygienic fluid processors
- Pharmaceutical and food-grade systems
- Sanitary valve assemblies
- Clean-in-place (CIP) instrumentation
- Industrial process lines
The SME 8-8N offers high-performance fluid control with clean, durable construction at a better value.
| Swagelok® | 810-2-8 |
|---|---|
| Parker (Alok)® | 8MSEL8N |
| Hy-Lok® | CLMA 8-8N |
| Tylok (CBC-Lok)® | 8-DME-8 |
| Ham-Let (Let-Lok)® | 769L 1/2 X 1/2 |
| Hoke (Gyrolok)® | 8LM8 |
| Dk-Lok® | DLM8-8N |
| Bi-Lok (Series D)® | DLN-8-8 |
| SSP (DUlok)® | D8ME8 |
