Brass 3/8" Female to 1/4" Male Adapter

Use this convenient adapter fitting when a pipe size reduction is needed or you want to change the type of connection. It has a 3/8" FNPT port on one end and a 1/4" MNPT port on the other end. It is ideal for high-pressure levels up to 1,200 PSI. Use with aluminum tubing, brass pipe, bronze pipe, copper tubing, and polyethylene tubing in a variety of industrial applications. The 28-193L Adapter is made of brass, which is durable and has excellent rust and corrosion resistance. We nearly always have plenty of stock of this fitting for fast processing and shipping - add to your cart and order today at a low distributor price!

Item Specifications and Product Details

• Max PSI: 1200
• Temperature Range: -65°F to +250°F
• Connections: 3/8" female NPT thread x 1/4" male NPT thread
• Material: Brass (not lead-free)
• Hex: 0.81
• Length: 1.12"
• Weight: .07 lb
• SKU Number: 28-193L

Common Uses

• Car Wash Systems
• Air Lines
• Hydraulic Lines
• Gas, Oil, and Fuel Hookups
• Grease Lines
• Ice Makers
• Water Softeners
• Refrigeration Systems

Other 3/8in. x 1/4in. Brass Fittings Available

• 28-222L Brass Reducing Hex Pipe Nipple Fitting
• 28-104L Brass Hex Bushing
• 10-263 Brass Adapter SAE 45 Degree Flare Adapter

We also offer a variety of stainless steel fittings in a number of different sizes.

Understanding the Difference Between Male and Female Connections

You'll commonly hear the types of connections used with pipes and hoses and the associated fittings for those applications. This is a simple but important concept to understand so you buy the correct components to create secure, reliable connection points in fluid and gas lines to allow for uninterrupted, leak-free flow. This is crucial for plumbing systems, hydraulic lines, and industrial machinery, where maintaining a tight seal is necessary for operational safety and efficiency. Male connections are designed to fit inside female connections. They have external threading that can be screwed precisely into the internal threading of female connection. Male connections are frequently referred to as "plugs," while female connections are referred to as "sockets." Understanding the distinction between the two, and the intuitive way they're used together, helps in selecting the correct adapter or fitting to ensure compatibility with existing systems, thereby preventing potential leaks and ensuring optimal performance.

WARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals including Lead, which is known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm (For more information go to www.p65warnings.ca.gov).