A Southbend Range 1173218 Elbow connects gas or fluid lines at an angle to maintain smooth flow within the unit.
The elbow directs flow through the steamer's piping while joining an NPT inlet to a compression outlet for a secure change in direction. Its 3/8" x 3/8" connection design matters because it maintains proper sealing, supports consistent pressure and fluid delivery and reduces the chance of leaks at the fitting.
The elbow may be approaching failure if the steamer shows reduced flow, inconsistent heating performance or pressure-related issues caused by leakage or restriction at the fitting. Physical signs can include cracks, thread wear or corrosion and environmental signs may include moisture buildup, mineral deposits or visible dripping around the connection point.
Definitely! We provide same-day shipping on in-stock real OEM parts Monday—Friday until 9 PM ET and on Saturday until 4 PM ET for online air orders. Orders placed after the cutoff times are processed and shipped the next business day.
View shipping details on your real OEM replacement parts by visiting our Track My Order page and typing in your order number or purchase order (PO) number and zip code. This gives you instant access to updates on the delivery status of your order at any time.
Absolutely! Customer support for real OEM replacement parts is available 8 AM to 9 PM ET Monday—Friday with chat, email and phone among the options. Go to our Contact Us page to learn how to get in touch with us easily.
We allow you to return most new, unopened real OEM parts within 90 days of delivery, so visit our Returns page for more details. For orders fulfilled by a third-party seller, you'll need to follow their own policy.