3/8 in. x 1/4 in. Composite Stainless Steel Male Connector
3/8 in. x 1/4 in. Composite Stainless Steel Male Connector
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The 3/8 in. x 1/4 in. Composite Stainless Steel Male Connector is a 316 stainless steel hose barb tee fitting that creates a branch connection off a main tubing or hose run. 316 stainless steel construction provides excellent corrosion resistance for chemical, marine, and aggressive process environments.
Technical Specifications
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Body Material | 316 Stainless Steel |
| Connection Type | hose barb |
| Shape | Tee |
| End Connections | See product title for sizes |
| Pressure Rating | 150 WOG (nylon/polypropylene) / 250 WOG (brass) |
| Temperature Range | −20°F to 250°F (nylon/poly) / −20°F to 366°F (brass/SS) |
Key Features
- 316 stainless steel — compatible with chlorinated water, mild acids, and marine environments
- Non-magnetic; suitable for hygienic and food-adjacent applications
- Barbed shank grips flexible hose ID for a pull-resistant, pressure-rated seal
- Use with a properly sized hose clamp for maximum working pressure
- Compatible with PVC, polyethylene, silicone, and rubber hose
- Creates branch without cutting or rerouting main supply line
Common Applications
Widely used in chemical dosing and metering systems, cooling water circuits, irrigation and drip systems, laboratory fluid distribution, pool and spa equipment, and any system connecting flexible hose to a valve port or threaded pipe fitting.
Technical Resources
- Hose Barb Sizing Chart: ID to Fitting Match — Match barb OD to hose ID
- 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 268PP-SS-6B. Searching one of those? This is your match.