A Better Fit for 45° Hydraulic Routing
Hydraulic lines do not always have enough room for a straight connection or a sharp 90-degree turn. The FS2503 45° elbow provides an intermediate routing angle that can help position hoses and tubing more naturally within the equipment.
This makes it useful when you need to route a hydraulic line around machinery, frames, valves, manifolds, or other components without creating an unnecessarily tight bend.
ORFS to Pipe Connection in One Fitting
The FS2503 combines two connection types into one compact adapter:
Male ORFS → 45° Elbow → Male Pipe/NPTF
This allows ORFS hydraulic lines to connect directly with compatible pipe-threaded ports while also changing the direction of the hydraulic line.
It is a practical solution for hydraulic assemblies where different connection systems need to work together.
Reliable ORFS O-Ring Face Seal
The ORFS side uses an O-Ring Face Seal designed for hydraulic applications where dependable sealing is important.
The sealing interface uses a flat face and O-ring to help create a leak-resistant connection when the fitting is correctly sized, aligned, and assembled.
For best performance, inspect the sealing surface and O-ring before installation and ensure the mating connection is clean and undamaged.
45° Elbow for Compact Installations
The 45-degree configuration gives you more routing flexibility than a straight adapter while avoiding the sharper directional change of a 90-degree elbow.
The FS2503 can help:
- Redirect hydraulic lines by 45°
- Improve hose and tube positioning
- Work around equipment components
- Reduce awkward routing
- Save installation space
- Create cleaner hydraulic assemblies
- Connect ORFS lines with pipe-threaded ports
Steel Construction for Demanding Hydraulic Service
The FS2503 collection is listed with steel construction and is designed for high-pressure hydraulic applications, including systems exposed to continuous mechanical shock. Gear House lists working pressures up to 6,000 PSI depending on tube and fitting size.
Selecting the correct fitting size and matching the fitting's pressure capability to the complete hydraulic system are essential for safe and reliable operation.
Multiple Size Options
The FS2503 collection provides multiple ORFS-to-pipe combinations for different hydraulic connection requirements.
Available configurations include:
- FS2503-04-02 — 1/4" ORFS × 1/8" Pipe
- FS2503-04-04 — 1/4" ORFS × 1/4" Pipe
- FS2503-06-04 — 3/8" ORFS × 1/4" Pipe
- FS2503-06-08 — 3/8" ORFS × 1/2" Pipe
- FS2503-08-06 — 1/2" ORFS × 3/8" Pipe
- FS2503-08-08 — 1/2" ORFS × 1/2" Pipe
- FS2503-08-12 — 1/2" ORFS × 3/4" Pipe
- FS2503-10-08 — 5/8" ORFS × 1/2" Pipe
- FS2503-12-12 — 3/4" ORFS × 3/4" Pipe
- FS2503-16-16 — 1" ORFS × 1" Pipe
- FS2503-20-20 — 1-1/4" ORFS × 1-1/4" Pipe
The Gear House collection includes multiple equal and reducing configurations to support different hydraulic system layouts.
Where FS2503 Hydraulic Elbows Are Used
The FS2503 is well suited for hydraulic systems that require both connection conversion and directional routing.
Common applications include:
- Construction equipment
- Mobile hydraulic machinery
- Agricultural equipment
- Industrial hydraulic systems
- Hydraulic manifolds
- Pumps and valves
- Manufacturing equipment
- OEM hydraulic assemblies
- Heavy-duty fluid-power systems
- Equipment exposed to vibration and mechanical shock
Why Choose FS2503 ORFS to Pipe Elbows?
The FS2503 solves two common hydraulic installation requirements at the same time: connection conversion and directional change.
Key Benefits
- Male ORFS × Male Pipe connection
- 45° hydraulic routing
- O-Ring Face Seal design
- Steel construction
- Multiple size combinations
- Suitable for high-pressure hydraulic systems
- Helps simplify tight hydraulic installations
- Useful for ORFS-to-pipe transitions
- Suitable for demanding mobile and industrial equipment
Choose Gear House Hydraulics
When your hydraulic assembly needs a 45-degree directional change between an ORFS connection and a pipe-threaded port, the FS2503 Hydraulic Elbow Adapter provides a practical solution.
Gear House Hydraulics offers multiple FS2503 sizes to help you match the fitting to your hydraulic line and port requirements.
Choose the correct FS2503 configuration and build a hydraulic connection designed for dependable performance in demanding applications.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is an FS2503 ORFS to Pipe Elbow?
The FS2503 is a 45-degree hydraulic adapter that connects a Male ORFS connection to a Male Pipe/NPTF connection.
What is the advantage of a 45° hydraulic elbow?
A 45° elbow helps redirect a hydraulic line while providing a more gradual directional change than a 90° elbow. It can be useful for routing around equipment components and improving installation clearance.
Does the FS2503 use an ORFS O-ring seal?
Yes. The ORFS side uses an O-Ring Face Seal connection designed for hydraulic sealing.
What pressure can the FS2503 handle?
Gear House lists working pressure up to 6,000 PSI depending on tube and fitting size. The fitting must be correctly sized and installed for the specific hydraulic system.
What material is used for the FS2503?
The Gear House collection lists steel as the material.
What sizes are available?
The FS2503 collection includes multiple ORFS-to-pipe combinations, with sizes ranging from smaller 1/4-inch connections through 1-1/4-inch configurations.
Where can FS2503 elbows be used?
They are suitable for mobile and construction equipment, industrial hydraulic systems, agricultural machinery, manifolds, OEM assemblies, and other high-pressure fluid-power applications.
