Description

RO tubing & fitting accessory

Connect an RO membrane waste port to 1/4″ OD tubing with a built-in check valve

This 90° check elbow is designed for the waste/drain side of compatible RO membrane housings with a 1/8″ threaded port. The integrated check valve helps maintain one-way flow while the elbow provides compact routing to standard 1/4″ OD RO tubing.

1/8″ MNPTThreaded housing side
1/4″ OD QCWaste-line tubing
Check valveOne-way flow
SKU FT-EL-18-CHMyAquaFilter SKU

Key benefits

Compact connection hardware for clean, serviceable filtration layouts

CHECK

Built-In Check ValveHelps prevent reverse flow through the fitting.

DRAIN

Waste-Line UseDesigned for compatible RO membrane drain/waste ports.

90°

Compact ElbowReduces tubing bend and saves installation space.

QC

Quick ConnectAccepts standard 1/4″ OD tubing.

Specifications

Product details

Product type Quick-connect elbow with integrated check valve
Thread side 1/8″ MNPT
Tubing side 1/4″ OD quick-connect
Shape 90° elbow
Application RO membrane housing waste/drain line
System type Traditional under-sink RO systems
Thread sealing PTFE tape required on 1/8″ MNPT side
Quantity 1 fitting
Listed shipping dimensions 6 × 4 × 1 in
Listed shipping weight 1 oz
SKU FT-EL-18-CH

Before installation

  • Confirm tubing, stem, and thread sizes before ordering
  • Shut off water and depressurize the filtration system before service
  • Cut push-connect tubing square and insert it fully

Installation

Use thread seal only where the connection actually requires it

1

Verify the Connection

Compare the existing tubing, stem, or threaded port with the specifications above.

2

Install Fully

Seat push-connect tubing completely. Apply PTFE tape only to compatible threaded connections.

3

Pressure-Test

Restore water gradually and inspect all serviced connections before regular use.

Good to know

Similar-looking fittings may have different functions

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OD means outside diameter1/4″ and 3/8″ tubing sizes refer to tubing outside diameter.
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Do not force fittingsIf a fitting does not seat normally, re-check the connection type and size.
This is a check-valve elbow specifically described for the RO membrane waste/drain line. Do not substitute it for a plain elbow unless the system design calls for a check valve at that location.
Not sure this fitting is correct?Send a clear photo of the existing connection and tubing size.

Ask a Water Filter Specialist

Additional information

Weight 1 oz
Dimensions 6 × 4 × 1 in

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