BL06-U02 - 6 mm Tube x 1/4 Universal Thread Nickel-Plated Brass Male Swivel Elbow
The Pneuforce BL06-U02 is an all-metal nickel-plated brass male swivel elbow for 6 mm outside-diameter tubing and a 1/4 Universal Thread connection. Its male elbow layout helps connect pneumatic or vacuum tubing to the correct type of equipment port.
The fitting includes a positive Click-Click grip collar release feature, providing audible and tactile feedback when the collar is depressed during tube removal.
Technical Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Product Type | Male Swivel Elbow; push-to-connect fitting |
| Part Number | BL06-U02 |
| Tube Size | 6 mm tube OD |
| Thread / Port Size | 1/4 Universal Thread |
| Body Material | All-metal nickel-plated brass |
| Tube Release | Positive Click-Click grip collar feedback during tube disengagement |
| Media | Compressed air and vacuum |
| Operating Pressure | Full vacuum (29inHg) to 12 bar (176 PSI) |
| Operating Temperature | -40°C to +120°C / -40°F to +248°F |
| HS / HTS Code | HS Code 7412.20 & HTS Code 7412.20.0035 |
Industrial Nickel-Plated Brass Fitting
This B-Series all-metal fitting is intended for applications where plastic-bodied fittings may not be preferred. Nickel-plated brass provides excellent mechanical strength, corrosion resistance and long service life in demanding pneumatic and vacuum installations.
Typical Applications
- Turning pneumatic tubing immediately at a machine port
- Connecting air lines to compact cylinders and valves
- Routing vacuum lines around tooling obstructions
- Avoiding sharp tubing bends in control cabinets
Fitting Function
A swivel elbow turns the tube approximately 90 degrees at a threaded port to simplify routing near valve banks or pneumatic cylinders.
Installation Note: Cut tubing squarely and push the tube fully into the fitting before pressurizing or applying vacuum. To remove tubing, depress the grip collar; the Click-Click release feedback helps confirm the collar has been disengaged for tube removal. Always confirm tubing compatibility for pressure, temperature and media.
Selecting and Installing This Fitting
For BL06-U02, match the specified 6 mm tubing outside diameter and 1/4 Universal Thread mating thread. Do not rely on approximate inch/metric equivalence without checking tubing tolerances. Cut the tubing squarely, insert it fully and leave access to the release collar. Check actual tubing pressure and temperature limits, which may be lower than the metal fitting limits.
Frequently Asked Questions
When is a 90-degree male swivel elbow useful?+
It directs tubing away from a threaded port without forcing a sharp bend in the tube, helping with compact cylinder, valve or manifold layouts.
What tubing and port sizes fit this elbow?+
BL06-U02 is specified for 6 mm outside-diameter tubing and a 1/4 Universal Thread threaded connection. Check the mating port and the tube outside diameter independently.
Can I rotate the elbow to direct the tube?+
The swivel geometry helps orient the tube run during installation. Follow the fitting installation requirements; do not loosen a threaded seal or reposition a pressurized connection.
What should I check for a leak-free elbow installation?+
Allow clearance for the release collar, avoid tubing side load, respect the tube bend radius and make sure the threaded joint uses the proper sealing method.
Is this fitting suitable for compressed air and vacuum?+
The published all-metal B-Series range is specified for compressed air and vacuum service, subject to compatible tubing, proper sealing and the limits of the assembled system. Other fluids need separate compatibility confirmation.
What are the pressure and temperature limits?+
The published fitting-family limits extend from full vacuum to 176 psi (12 bar, as listed for the fitting family), with a fitting temperature range of -40 to +248 °F (-40 to +120 °C). Actual system limits also depend on tubing, seals and installation; do not treat these as fluid-compatibility certifications.
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