Dixon Valve Coupling 1260604C Brass Barbed Hose Fitting

Product Description

The DIXON VALVE COUPLING 1260604C is a brass female swivel barbed hose fitting designed to connect threaded pipe or equipment ports to flexible hose in fluid-handling systems. The female end features a 1/4 inch NPSM swivel with a gasket seat, allowing hand-tight rotational positioning without twisting the hose. The barbed end accepts 3/8 inch inside diameter hose and holds under pressure through mechanical grip. This fitting is installed by plumbers, HVAC technicians, and industrial maintenance professionals wherever a leak-resistant, reusable hose-to-thread connection is required in low-to-moderate pressure service.

This fitting is suited for residential and light commercial plumbing, HVAC equipment connections, irrigation, and general fluid-transfer applications where a threaded port must transition to flexible hose. The 1/4 inch NPSM female swivel end connects to male NPSM-threaded fittings or equipment ports. The 3/8 inch hose barb end is compatible with standard flexible hose of matching inside diameter. Brass construction makes it appropriate for water, air, and many hydraulic fluid services in environments where corrosion resistance is needed.

Key Features

• 1/4 inch NPSM female swivel with gasket seat allows rotational positioning during installation
• 3/8 inch ID hose barb provides secure mechanical grip on compatible flexible hose
• Brass construction offers corrosion resistance for water, air, and light fluid-transfer service
• Threaded connection type suits standard plumbing and equipment port applications
• Hex head size of 0.625 inches accommodates standard open-end or adjustable wrenches
• Compact, lightweight design at 0.1 pounds for easy handling and installation in tight spaces

Compatibility

Designed as an OEM-style replacement or new-installation fitting for systems using 1/4 inch NPSM male-threaded ports and 3/8 inch inside diameter flexible hose in plumbing, HVAC, and general fluid-transfer service.

Installation Notes

Installation is performed by licensed plumbers or qualified HVAC or maintenance technicians. Shut off fluid supply and relieve system pressure before removing or installing any hose fitting. Apply an appropriate thread sealant or gasket to the NPSM swivel seat connection as required by local plumbing codes. Do not overtighten the swivel nut; secure the hose barb end with a properly rated hose clamp to prevent pull-off under pressure.