{"product_id":"38x14-comp-x-m-90-needle-valv-46016","title":"3\/8 in. x 1\/4 in. Compression x Male 90 Needle Valve","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"series-sizes\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSizes in This Series\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e90° angle Compression x Male NPT needle valves. Jump to another size or add it straight to your cart:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSize\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePart #\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrice\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCart\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003ca style=\"color:#FE8C03\" href=\"\/products\/14x18-compxm-hvy-ptn-90ndlvlv-46011x\"\u003e1\/4 x 1\/8 in.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e46011X\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e$21.99\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003ca style=\"color:#FE8C03\" href=\"\/cart\/48646774620375:1\"\u003eAdd to cart\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e3\/8 x 1\/4 in. (this page)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e46016\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e$14.99\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e—\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"product-description\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eOverview\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Midland Industries 46016 is a 90° angle needle valve with 3\/8 in. Compression x 1\/4 in. Male NPT connections. Rated to 150 psi over a -45 to 250°F range, its right-angle brass body turns flow while delivering the fine, repeatable throttling needle valves are known for. It is a practical metering and isolation valve for compression tubing runs that meet a male-threaded port.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eManufacturer\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMidland Industries\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePart Number (MPN)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e46016\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNominal Size\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3\/8 x 1\/4 in.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEnd Connections\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCompression x Male NPT (90° angle)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eValve Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNeedle valve\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePressure Rating\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e150 psi\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTemperature Range\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e-45 to 250°F\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMaterials of Construction\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBody Material\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBrass\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTypical Applications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNeedle valves are designed for fine flow metering and throttling where gradual, precise adjustment is required. The 90° pattern of the 46016 lets you change direction and meter in one fitting, ideal for instrumentation panels, gauge and sampling lines, and refrigeration or low-flow tubing where a compression inlet meets a male-threaded outlet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCross-Reference and Interchange\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis valve cross-references to these competitor and industry part numbers: \u003cstrong\u003e09103-0604\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003e103KEE\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003e103K-EE\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003e1046-06-06\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003e149-64\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003e2203-6\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003e303C\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003e303CC\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003e303-EF\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003e30696B\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003e3069-6B\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003e4601-06-06\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003e46010606NWO\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003e4601-06-06-NWO\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003e4601X06X06\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003e5049K4\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003e6860\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003e745-64\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003e821-64\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eA6860\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eC102-6-4\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eC104-6-4\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eD126B\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eD12-6B\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eE2203X6\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eFF1167-6-6S\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eFG4601-06-06\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eNV104-6-4\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eNV104C-6-4\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eNV106-6-4\u003c\/strong\u003e . Replacing one of these? Match nominal size, end connections, and the rating for a direct fit, or send us your part number and we will confirm the interchange.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSizing and Installation Resources\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca style=\"color:#FE8C03\" href=\"\/pages\/how-to-choose-the-right-valve\"\u003eHow to Choose the Right Valve\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca style=\"color:#FE8C03\" href=\"\/pages\/valve-pressure-temperature-ratings-chart\"\u003eValve Pressure \u0026amp; Temperature Ratings Chart\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca style=\"color:#FE8C03\" href=\"\/pages\/npt-thread-tightening-turns-past-hand-tight\"\u003eNPT Thread Tightening: Turns Past Hand Tight\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca style=\"color:#FE8C03\" href=\"\/pages\/teflon-tape-vs-pipe-dope\"\u003eTeflon Tape vs. Pipe Dope\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is a needle valve used for?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA needle valve uses a fine tapered stem for precise, gradual control of low flow rates, ideal for metering, throttling, and instrumentation rather than fast on\/off service.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat does the 90° pattern do?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe body turns flow 90 degrees, letting you meter flow and change direction in a single fitting to save space in tight runs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow does a compression connection work?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA compression end seals onto plain tubing with a ferrule and nut, no flaring or threading of the tube required; the opposite end here is male NPT pipe thread.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFlare vs. compression: which do I need?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMatch the existing fitting on your line. Compression seals on plain tubing with a ferrule; flare requires a flared tube end. Confirm before ordering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCalifornia Proposition 65 Warning:\u003c\/strong\u003e This product can expose you to chemicals including Lead, which are known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information visit www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Midland Industries","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48646774587607,"sku":"46016","price":14.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0819\/4152\/8791\/files\/MIDLANDINDUSTRIES_46016.jpg?v=1779367463","url":"https:\/\/apexflowsolutions.com\/products\/38x14-comp-x-m-90-needle-valv-46016","provider":"Apex Flow Solutions","version":"1.0","type":"link"}