{"product_id":"john-guest-3-8-u-bend","title":"3\/8\" U Bend (JG)","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"420\" data-end=\"755\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong data-start=\"424\" data-end=\"462\"\u003eJohn Guest 3\/8\" Grey Acetal U-Bend\u003c\/strong\u003e is a push-fit fitting designed to create a smooth 180° return in \u003cstrong data-start=\"528\" data-end=\"552\"\u003e3\/8\" imperial tubing\u003c\/strong\u003e within drinks dispense and water systems. Manufactured from durable grey acetal, this connector allows tubing to loop back on itself without kinking, helping maintain consistent flow through the system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"757\" data-end=\"1027\"\u003eUsing John Guest’s trusted push-fit technology, tubing simply pushes into the fitting to create a secure and leak-resistant connection without the need for tools or clamps. 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This helps maintain proper flow within the system and keeps tubing runs tidy when space is limited.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2032\" data-end=\"2176\"\u003eIn drinks dispense systems, U-bend connectors can be used when routing beverage or water lines around equipment or within compact installations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"2178\" data-end=\"2181\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"z2c53o\" data-start=\"2183\" data-end=\"2202\"\u003eInstallation Tip\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2204\" data-end=\"2379\"\u003eEnsure tubing is cut squarely before inserting it into the push-fit connector. 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