{"product_id":"midland-industries-973865-combination-king-nipple","title":"Midland Industries 973865 Combination King Nipple","description":"\u003ch3\u003eProduct Description\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe MIDLAND INDUSTRIES 973865 is a combination king nipple designed to transition between a 2-1\/2 inch hose barbed connection and a 3 inch male NPT (MNPT) thread. Constructed from steel with a zinc-plated finish, it provides corrosion resistance in demanding fluid transfer and plumbing applications. The fitting features a 3\/8-22 thread specification and is built to handle the mechanical stress common in industrial hose assemblies. Plumbers, pipefitters, and industrial maintenance technicians install this type of fitting where a flexible hose must be joined to a rigid threaded pipe connection.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis king nipple is suited for industrial and commercial fluid transfer systems where a hose barb-to-male NPT transition is required. Typical installations include water, air, and compatible fluid lines in mechanical rooms, process piping, and irrigation or fire suppression systems. The zinc plating makes it appropriate for environments with moderate moisture exposure. It is installed by hand-threading the MNPT end into a female NPT port and securing the hose barb end with a clamp or crimp over compatible hose.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2-1\/2 inch hose barbed end for secure hose attachment with clamp or crimp\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e3 inch MNPT end for direct thread connection to female NPT ports\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteel construction with zinc-plated finish for corrosion resistance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e3\/8-22 thread specification for precise fit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCombination king nipple design simplifies hose-to-pipe transitions in a single fitting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch4\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eDesigned as a replacement or new-installation king nipple for systems requiring a 2-1\/2 inch hose barbed to 3 inch male NPT transition in steel construction.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eInstallation Notes\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eInstallation is typically performed by licensed plumbers or pipefitters following applicable IPC or IFGC guidelines. Depressurize and drain the line before removing or installing any fitting. Apply thread sealant or PTFE tape to the MNPT threads before engagement, and secure the hose barb end with an appropriately rated clamp or crimp fitting. Do not over-torque the threaded connection, as this can damage the threads or sealing surfaces.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eConnection Size 1\u003c\/strong\u003e: 2-1\/2 inches (Hose Barbed)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eConnection Size 2\u003c\/strong\u003e: 3 inches (MNPT)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThread Specification\u003c\/strong\u003e: 3\/8-22\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial\u003c\/strong\u003e: Steel, Zinc-Plated\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeight\u003c\/strong\u003e: 3.65 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLength\u003c\/strong\u003e: 7.3 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWidth\u003c\/strong\u003e: 3.45 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight\u003c\/strong\u003e: 2.46 pounds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch4\u003eStandard Information\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrand\u003c\/strong\u003e: MIDLAND INDUSTRIES\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eManufacturer Part Number\u003c\/strong\u003e: 973865\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"MIDLAND INDUSTRIES","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67949336920370,"sku":"973865","price":72.18,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0270\/4519\/9983\/files\/6fe5cda8d066426ccc5a58fb517ce931_291940fb-3560-448e-abfa-0e458f4d69a0.jpg?v=1791689292","url":"https:\/\/voomisupply.com\/products\/midland-industries-973865-combination-king-nipple","provider":"Voomi Supply","version":"1.0","type":"link"}