5/8 in. x 3/8 in. Single Barb x Male Adapter
5/8 in. x 3/8 in. Single Barb x Male Adapter
Product Overview
The 5/8 X 3/8Sngl Barb X Male Adapter is an industrial-grade hose barb adapter made from brass for connecting flexible tubing in chemical metering pump installations. The barbed design grips tubing securely when clamped, creating a leak-free connection for chemical feed lines.
Technical Specifications
| Part Number | 32963 |
| Size | 5/8" |
| Material | Brass |
| Temperature Range | -65°F to 400°F (-54°C to 204°C) |
| Max Working Pressure | 200 WOG / 125 WSP |
| Sold Per | EA |
Application Guide
This product is commonly used in the following chemical metering and fluid handling applications:
- Flexible Tubing Connections — Connects flexible tubing to rigid piping, valves, and pump ports. Secure with hose clamps for leak-free operation.
- Chemical Tank Fittings — Connects suction tubing to tank bulkhead fittings and foot valves.
- Quick Field Connections — Easy to install for temporary or permanent chemical feed line connections.
- Water Treatment — Municipal and industrial water/wastewater treatment chemical feed systems.
- Cooling Tower Treatment — Chemical dosing for scale and corrosion control.
- Boiler Treatment — Chemical feed for boiler water chemistry management.
Chemical Compatibility
Good resistance to water, oil, gas, and many industrial chemicals. Not recommended for ammonia or strong acids.
Common chemicals handled:
- Water (potable and process)
- Mild Acids and Alkalis
- Oils and Fuels
- Glycol Solutions
- Compressed Air and Gas
Metering Pump Compatibility
Compatible with chemical metering pumps from Blue-White, Stenner, LMI (Iwaki), Pulsafeeder, Walchem, Etatron, Emec, Seko, Hanna Instruments, Tacmina, and Milton Roy. The 5/8" size is one of the most common connection sizes in metering pump installations.
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