Anderson Metals Corp 717001-0406 Brass Barb Insert

Product Description

The ANDERSON METALS CORP 717001-0406 is a brass barb insert fitting designed to connect flexible hose to threaded pipe assemblies. It features a 1/4-inch hose ID barb on one end and a 3/8-inch male pipe thread (MPT) on the other. The brass construction provides corrosion resistance suitable for water and fluid distribution systems. This fitting is lead free compliant and meets the requirements of Public Law 111-380, making it appropriate for use in potable water applications. Plumbers and pipefitters use this type of insert fitting in both residential and light commercial plumbing installations where hose-to-pipe transitions are required.

This barb insert is suited for installations where a flexible hose must terminate at a threaded port or fixture. Common applications include water supply lines, irrigation systems, fluid transfer assemblies, and plumbing rough-in work. The 1/4-inch hose ID barb seats inside compatible tubing, while the 3/8-inch MPT end threads into standard female pipe thread fittings. The carded packaging with a package quantity of 10 supports both single-job use and stocking for service vans or shop inventory.

Key Features

• Lead free compliant — meets Public Law 111-380 for potable water use
• Brass construction for corrosion resistance in water and fluid service
• 1/4-inch hose ID barb end for secure hose retention without a clamp in low-pressure applications
• 3/8-inch male pipe thread (MPT) for connection to standard female-threaded ports
• Sold in a package of 10 units for efficient stocking and service use

Compatibility

Designed as an OEM-style replacement or standard fitment for plumbing and fluid distribution assemblies requiring a 1/4-inch hose ID barb to 3/8-inch male pipe thread transition in brass.

Installation Notes

Installation is typically performed by a licensed plumber. Shut off the water supply and relieve system pressure before making any fitting connections. Apply thread sealant tape or pipe dope to the male pipe threads per local plumbing code requirements. Ensure the hose is pushed fully onto the barb and secured with an appropriately rated hose clamp where required by the application or applicable IPC guidelines.