{"product_id":"plastic-l-shaped-elbow-2-way-hose-connector-385-pump-8-12-16mm","title":"Plastic L-Shaped Elbow 2-Way Hose Connector for 385 Pump — Equal Dia O.D. 8 \/ 12 \/ 16mm","description":"\u003cscript type=\"application\/ld+json\"\u003e\n{\n  \"@context\": \"https:\/\/schema.org\",\n  \"@type\": \"FAQPage\",\n  \"mainEntity\": [\n    {\n      \"@type\": \"Question\",\n      \"name\": \"How do I choose the right hose connector size?\",\n      \"acceptedAnswer\": {\n        \"@type\": \"Answer\",\n        \"text\": \"Measure the outer diameter (O.D.) of your hose before ordering. This connector is designed for equal-diameter connections, so both hose ends must share the same O.D. Available sizes are 8mm (≈5\/16\\u201d), 12mm (≈15\/32\\u201d), and 16mm (≈5\/8\\u201d). 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Available in three outer diameter sizes — 8mm (≈5\/16\"), 12mm (≈15\/32\"), and 16mm (≈5\/8\") — it pairs directly with hoses used on 385-series DC water pumps. You can order as few as 1 piece or stock up with packs of up to 100 for workshop or project use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eTypical use cases include aquarium filtration and circulation loops, desktop fountain water routing, DIY hydroponics or misting systems, and small-scale cooling or irrigation rigs where a compact 90° elbow connector for pump tubing is needed to navigate around enclosures or tight corners.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"hdiy-compat\"\u003e\n    \u003cspan class=\"hdiy-compat-icon\"\u003e🔗\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003cstrong\u003eCompatibility:\u003c\/strong\u003e Designed for 385-series small DC water pumps. Fits hoses with O.D. of \u003cstrong\u003e8mm\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003e12mm\u003c\/strong\u003e, or \u003cstrong\u003e16mm\u003c\/strong\u003e. Equal-diameter ports only — both hose ends must share the same O.D. Select your size from the variant options above.\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"hdiy-note\"\u003e\n    \u003cspan class=\"hdiy-note-icon\"\u003e⚠️\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003cstrong\u003eBefore ordering:\u003c\/strong\u003e Measure your hose outer diameter (O.D.) carefully. This is \u003cem\u003enot\u003c\/em\u003e a reducer fitting. If your hose O.D. does not match one of the three listed sizes, please contact us to confirm fit.\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003ch2\u003e✅ Key Features of These L-Shaped Elbow Hose Connectors\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003cul class=\"hdiy-features\"\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"hdiy-icon\"\u003e📐\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTrue 90° Elbow Design\u003c\/strong\u003e — Provides a clean right-angle turn for hose routing in compact pump enclosures, aquarium sumps, and DIY water circulation builds where straight runs aren't possible.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"hdiy-icon\"\u003e🔄\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEqual-Diameter Barbed Ports\u003c\/strong\u003e — Both inlet and outlet share the same inner bore, maintaining consistent flow velocity through the bend without restriction or turbulence from mismatched diameters.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"hdiy-icon\"\u003e💧\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBarbed Grip for Leak Resistance\u003c\/strong\u003e — The barbed end profile bites into the hose wall to resist pull-out and reduce the risk of drips in low-pressure pump tubing applications.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"hdiy-icon\"\u003e🧱\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLightweight Plastic Construction\u003c\/strong\u003e — The plastic body resists corrosion in wet environments, making it suitable for aquarium hose fittings, fountain plumbing, and other continuous-contact water applications.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"hdiy-icon\"\u003e📦\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFlexible Quantity Options\u003c\/strong\u003e — Order from 1 to 100 pieces per SKU, so you can grab a single replacement or stock a full supply for multi-pump projects and workshop inventory.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"hdiy-icon\"\u003e🎯\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThree Size Options for Exact Fit\u003c\/strong\u003e — Available in 8mm, 12mm, and 16mm O.D. to match the most common hose sizes used with 385-series pump tubing connectors, reducing the need for adapters or makeshift solutions.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n  \u003ch2\u003e📐 Technical Specifications — L-Shaped Elbow Hose Connector\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"hdiy-table-wrap\"\u003e\n    \u003ctable\u003e\n      \u003ctbody\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eConnector Type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eL-Shaped Elbow (90°), 2-Way\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePort Configuration\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEqual diameter — both ports same O.D.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eAvailable Hose O.D. Sizes\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e8mm (≈5\/16\"), 12mm (≈15\/32\"), 16mm (≈5\/8\")\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMaterial\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePlastic (see variant options; contact us to confirm specific grade)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCompatible Pump Type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e385-series small DC water pumps\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eConnection Method\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBarbed push-fit (hose clamp recommended for high-flow use)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePressure Rating\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSuitable for low-pressure pump applications — see variant options or contact us to confirm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eQuantity per Order\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1 \/ 2 \/ 3 \/ 4 \/ 5 \/ 10 \/ 15 \/ 20 \/ 30 \/ 40 \/ 50 \/ 100 pcs (select above)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eColor \/ Finish\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSee variant options\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eApplication\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAquariums, fountains, hydroponics, DIY water systems\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n    \u003c\/table\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"hdiy-faq\"\u003e\n    \u003ch2\u003e❓ Frequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n    \u003cdetails\u003e\n      \u003csummary\u003eHow do I choose the right hose connector size?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"hdiy-faq-body\"\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003eMeasure the \u003cstrong\u003eouter diameter (O.D.)\u003c\/strong\u003e of your hose before ordering — not the inner diameter. This connector is designed for equal-diameter connections, so both hose ends must share the same O.D. Available sizes are \u003cstrong\u003e8mm (≈5\/16\")\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003e12mm (≈15\/32\")\u003c\/strong\u003e, and \u003cstrong\u003e16mm (≈5\/8\")\u003c\/strong\u003e. When in doubt, size up slightly — a snug fit is generally better than a loose one.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n    \u003cdetails\u003e\n      \u003csummary\u003eWhat pump types is this connector compatible with?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"hdiy-faq-body\"\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003eThis connector is specifically designed for \u003cstrong\u003e385-series small DC water pumps\u003c\/strong\u003e commonly used in aquariums, desktop fountains, and DIY water circulation systems. It is generally compatible with any pump or tubing setup that uses hoses with an O.D. of 8mm, 12mm, or 16mm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n    \u003cdetails\u003e\n      \u003csummary\u003eCan this connector be used outdoors or in wet environments?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"hdiy-faq-body\"\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003eThis connector is made from plastic and is suitable for use in wet environments such as aquariums and indoor water features. For prolonged outdoor exposure to UV or extreme temperatures, we recommend confirming suitability with your specific application before use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n    \u003cdetails\u003e\n      \u003csummary\u003eIs this an equal-diameter connector or a reducer?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"hdiy-faq-body\"\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003eThis is an \u003cstrong\u003eequal-diameter\u003c\/strong\u003e L-shaped elbow connector. 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The barbed design helps grip the hose and resist pull-out under normal pump pressure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n    \u003cdetails\u003e\n      \u003csummary\u003eWhat is the maximum pressure or flow rate this connector supports?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"hdiy-faq-body\"\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003eThis connector is designed for \u003cstrong\u003elow-pressure applications\u003c\/strong\u003e typical of 385-series pumps. Exact pressure ratings depend on the specific plastic grade and hose fit. It is typically suitable for the flow rates produced by small aquarium and fountain pumps. 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