Anderson Metals 57001 Brass Hose Fitting, Adapter, 3/8" Barb x 1/4" NPT Male Pipe

• Adapter for connecting a hose to a male threaded connection of a different diameter
• Hose barb on one end and male NPT threads on the other
• Brass for corrosion resistance, ductility at high temperatures, and low magnetic permeability
• Barbed fitting for a tight seal on hoses and NPT threads for a tighter seal than straight threads

Hose fittings connect, control, change the direction of, and terminate the flow in piping and hose systems. They are made of brass, stainless steel, galvanized steel, and other materials that resist corrosion, pressure, and wear. Hose fittings have various types of connections, including threaded, barbed, push-to-connect, dry disconnect, and others including those based on internationally-accepted specifications. Hose fittings are used in systems such as air compressors, automatic manufacturing operations, aircraft controls, and tire installation in industries including agriculture, mining, road construction, firefighting, and aviation. Anderson Metals manufactures brass fittings, valves, and pipe nipples. The company, founded in 1951, is headquartered in Kansas City, MO.