A PTC (Push-to-Connect) Connector 3/8" x 1/4" NPT is a type of fitting used to connect tubes or hoses to a 1/4" National Pipe Thread (NPT) threaded port. The push-to-connect feature enables easy and tool-free installation of tubing into the connector, which locks it into place, ensuring a secure and leak-free connection. Here's an overview of this fitting's features and applications:
Key Features:
Push-to-Connect (PTC) Design:
o Tool-Free Connection: PTC connectors are designed to allow users to push the tubing directly into the connector. The internal mechanism automatically secures the tubing in place, making installation quick and simple.
o Easy Disconnection: Many PTC connectors also offer an easy-to-use release mechanism for disconnecting the tubing when needed, facilitating maintenance and system changes.
3/8" Tube Size:
o This fitting is designed to work with 3/8-inch outer diameter tubing, which is common in pneumatic, fluid, or gas systems. The tube is pushed into the connector, and the PTC mechanism grips it firmly, providing a strong and leak-proof connection.
1/4" NPT (National Pipe Thread):
o The male threaded end of the fitting is designed with a 1/4" NPT thread, which is widely used in the U.S. for connecting to female NPT threaded ports or valves. NPT threads are tapered, meaning they provide a tight, leak-resistant seal as they are screwed into a female NPT fitting.
o NPT Threads are standard in a variety of industries, particularly in fluid and gas systems, and are known for their reliability.
SKU: 1868X6X4
