3/8 in. x 1/4 in. Brass Compression x Male NPT Branch Tee
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The 3/8 in. x 1/4 in. Brass Compression x Male NPT Branch Tee is a brass compression tee fitting that creates a branch connection off a main tubing or hose run. Dezincification-resistant brass body ensures long service life in water, oil, gas, and compressed air systems.
Technical Specifications
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Body Material | Brass (dezincification-resistant) |
| Connection Type | compression |
| Shape | Tee |
| End Connections | See product title for sizes |
| Pressure Rating | 500 WOG (brass) / 150 WOG (nylon/polypropylene) |
| Temperature Range | −20°F to 250°F (nylon/poly) / −20°F to 366°F (brass/SS) |
Key Features
- Dezincification-resistant brass — resists corrosion in water, gas, and oil service
- Precision machined for repeatable, leak-free connections
- Compression connection — no soldering, brazing, or special tools required
- Ferrule (sleeve) forms permanent seal on copper, brass, and compatible plastic tubing
- Reusable on copper tube; single-use on soft plastic tubing
- Creates branch without cutting or rerouting main supply line
Common Applications
Standard in HVAC refrigerant and chilled-water piping, residential gas appliance connections, instrument tubing, water heater and boiler supply lines, and any application requiring a reliable tube-to-thread or tube-to-tube joint without soldering or brazing.
Technical Resources
- Compression Fitting Sizing Chart — Tube OD to fitting size reference
- NPT Thread Tightening Reference — Proper thread engagement turns
- Brass Fitting Types and Sizes Guide — All fitting styles explained
Cross-References
This part is an equivalent for industry part numbers 00072-0604, 1015056, 172-6-4, 172640, 172C-0604, 172C-6-4, 272-6-4, 272X6X6X2, 50915K518, 672-6B, 72-64, 72-6-4, 726B, 72-6B, 72A-6B, 72EE, 72-EE, 72-F-06x04, 72F-64, 272X6, 72x6, 90158, C72-6-4, D726B, D72-6B, P-72-64, S72-6-4. Searching one of those? This is your match.