Dixon Valve Coupling 1040202C Barbed Hose Fitting Brass

Product Description

The DIXON VALVE COUPLING 1040202C is a brass barbed hose fitting designed to connect flexible hose lines to female-threaded ports in fluid-handling systems. The fitting features a 1/8 inch hose barb on one end and a 1/8 inch female NPTF thread on the other, creating a secure, leak-resistant connection between hose and threaded fittings. Constructed from brass, it offers solid corrosion resistance for use in low-pressure plumbing, pneumatic, and general fluid transfer applications. The overall length is 0.96 inches and the hex head measures 0.5 inches across flats for wrench engagement. Licensed plumbers, HVAC technicians, and industrial service professionals routinely use this style of fitting during hose assembly and equipment hookups.

This fitting is suited for residential and light commercial applications where 1/8 inch ID flexible hose must terminate at a female NPT threaded port. Typical install scenarios include compressed air lines, water supply connections, and equipment fluid circuits requiring a reliable barb-to-threaded transition. The NPTF thread form provides a pressure-tight seal when properly torqued and may be used with or without thread sealant depending on the service fluid and system requirements.

Key Features

• 1/8 inch hose barb sized for 1/8 inch ID hose inside diameter
• 1/8 inch female NPTF threaded connection for pressure-tight sealing
• Brass construction for corrosion resistance in fluid and air service
• 0.5 inch hex head allows standard wrench installation
• Compact overall length of 0.96 inches suits tight installation spaces
• Threaded end connection type compatible with standard pipe fittings assemblies

Compatibility

Designed as an OEM-style replacement or new-installation fitting for systems using 1/8 inch ID flexible hose with 1/8 inch female NPTF threaded port connections in plumbing, pneumatic, and fluid transfer applications.

Installation Notes

Installation is typically performed by licensed plumbers or HVAC technicians using an appropriately sized open-end or adjustable wrench on the hex head. Always depressurize and shut off fluid supply to the system before removing or installing hose fittings. Apply thread sealant tape or compound per the system requirements and applicable plumbing codes before threading the fitting into the port. Do not overtighten the barbed end connection, as this can crack the hose or distort the barb.