Anderson Metals Corp 717002-0402 Brass Barb Insert

Product Description

The ANDERSON METALS CORP 717002-0402 is a brass barb insert fitting designed to connect flexible tubing to threaded ports in fluid-handling systems. It features a 1/4-inch hose ID barb on one end and a 1/8-inch female pipe thread (FPT) on the other, allowing a barbed tube connection to mate with a male-threaded fitting or port. Constructed from brass, this insert delivers solid corrosion resistance in water and low-pressure fluid applications. It meets lead-free compliance requirements under Public Law 111-380, making it suitable for potable water systems where lead-free fittings are mandated.

This barb insert is used in residential and light commercial plumbing, HVAC condensate lines, refrigeration equipment, and water treatment systems where a flexible hose must terminate at a threaded port. It is sold in a package of 10 individual units, making it practical for service technicians stocking their vans or completing multiple connections on a single job. Plumbers, HVAC technicians, and water treatment installers are the typical trades that specify this type of fitting.

Key Features

• 1/4-inch hose ID barb for secure grip on compatible flexible tubing
• 1/8-inch female pipe thread for direct connection to male NPT ports
• Brass construction provides corrosion resistance in water and fluid service
• Lead-free compliant per Public Law 111-380 for potable water use
• Sold in a package of 10 units for multi-connection jobs

Compatibility

Designed as a standard barb insert fitting for 1/4-inch ID flexible hose connecting to 1/8-inch male NPT threaded ports in plumbing, HVAC, and fluid-handling applications.

Installation Notes

Shut off water supply and relieve system pressure before installation. Push the barb end fully into compatible flexible tubing and secure with a clamp appropriate for the operating pressure. Thread the female pipe end onto the male NPT port by hand before tightening with a wrench. Installation should comply with applicable local plumbing codes and IPC requirements.

WARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals including lead, which are 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.