Midland Industries 440486 Beaded Insert Adapter Hose Barb

Product Description

The MIDLAND INDUSTRIES 440486 is a beaded insert adapter designed to connect a 1/2-inch hose barb to a 3/8-inch male NPTF threaded port. Constructed from steel, this fitting delivers the mechanical strength needed in hydraulic and fluid-transfer plumbing lines. The beaded barb profile creates a secure, leak-resistant grip on hose assemblies without requiring additional ferrules in many standard applications. The 3/8-18 NPTF thread ensures a pressure-tight, dry-seal connection at the male pipe end. At 0.08 pounds, the fitting is lightweight but built to handle the demands of industrial and hydraulic service environments. Licensed trades and hydraulic technicians rely on fittings like this for field repairs and new plumbing installations.

This adapter is suited for hydraulic systems, fluid-transfer lines, and general industrial plumbing where a hose must terminate at a NPTF-threaded port. The 4404 Series beaded design is commonly used in mobile hydraulic equipment, shop fabrication, and maintenance applications requiring a reliable hose-to-pipe transition. The steel construction makes it appropriate for use with petroleum-based hydraulic fluids and compatible industrial media. Both OEM assembly and field-service scenarios are typical use cases for this fitting type.

Key Features

• 1/2-inch hose barb end accepts standard hose for a secure, bead-retained grip
• 3/8-inch male NPTF thread provides a dry-seal, pressure-tight pipe connection
• 3/8-18 thread specification for precise fit at the pipe port
• Steel construction suited for hydraulic and industrial fluid-transfer service
• Compact profile at 2.4 inches length for use in space-constrained installations
• Part of the 4404 Series Steel Beaded Hose Fittings line

Compatibility

Designed as an OEM-style replacement or new-build fitting for hydraulic and fluid-transfer plumbing systems requiring a 1/2-inch hose barb to 3/8-inch male NPTF adapter in steel construction.

Installation Notes

This fitting is typically installed by hydraulic technicians or licensed plumbers working on industrial or mobile hydraulic systems. Depressurize and drain the hydraulic circuit fully before disconnecting any fittings or hose assemblies. NPTF threads rely on thread-form interference for sealing; inspect threads for damage before installation and apply thread sealant only if required by the system specification. Secure the hose over the barb with an appropriately sized clamp or crimp fitting per the hose manufacturer's guidelines.