Midland Industries 12250 Sae Flare Adapter Brass

Product Description

The MIDLAND INDUSTRIES 12250 is a brass SAE flare adapter designed to connect a 1/4-inch male SAE flared end to a 3/16-inch male inverted flare end. This fitting bridges two common flare standards in a single compact body, rated to 1,400 psi and suitable for service across a temperature range of -65 to 250 degrees F. At 0.43 inches across the hex and 1.03 inches in length, it fits in tight plumbing and refrigeration line configurations. Licensed plumbers, HVAC technicians, and refrigeration mechanics reach for this adapter when transitioning between SAE and inverted flare line sets on fuel, refrigerant, or hydraulic systems.

This adapter is used in residential and light commercial applications wherever an SAE flare line must mate with an inverted flare fitting. Common install scenarios include brake line fabrication, automotive fuel systems, HVAC refrigerant line transitions, and small-bore hydraulic circuits. The brass construction resists corrosion and is compatible with a wide range of media including fuel, refrigerant, and hydraulic fluid. Its compact geometry makes it well-suited for installations with limited clearance around the fitting connection point.

Key Features

• Connects 1/4-inch male SAE flared line to 3/16-inch male inverted flare fitting
• Rated to 1,400 psi working pressure
• Operating temperature range of -65 to 250 degrees F
• 0.43-inch hex for standard wrench access
• Brass construction for corrosion resistance and durability
• Compact body at 1.03 inches in length suits tight installation spaces

Compatibility

Designed as an OEM-style adapter for systems using SAE flare and inverted flare line connections, including fuel, refrigerant, and hydraulic applications requiring a 1/4-inch to 3/16-inch flare transition.

Installation Notes

Installation should be performed by a licensed plumber, HVAC technician, or qualified mechanic familiar with flare fitting assembly. Always depressurize and isolate the line before disassembly or installation. Use a backup wrench on the mating fitting to prevent line twist when torquing the adapter. Inspect flare seats on both mating lines for damage before assembly, as deformed seats are a common source of leaks in flare connections.