{"product_id":"midland-industries-973888-hose-barb-to-mip-adapter","title":"Midland Industries 973888 Hose Barb to Mip Adapter","description":"\u003ch3\u003eProduct Description\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe MIDLAND INDUSTRIES 973888 is a combination king nipple adapter designed to connect a 2-inch hose barb end to a 1-1\/2-inch male iron pipe (MIP) thread. Constructed from steel with a zinc-plated finish, this fitting delivers corrosion resistance suitable for demanding fluid-transfer applications. The MIP end carries a 1-1\/2-11-1\/2 NPT thread specification. Plumbers, pipefitters, and industrial maintenance technicians install this type of adapter when transitioning between hose assemblies and threaded pipe systems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis adapter is well suited for residential and light commercial plumbing, irrigation, and general fluid-handling systems where a hose barb connection must mate to a male NPT-threaded port. The zinc-plated steel construction makes it appropriate for water service and non-corrosive fluid lines. It is a direct-install fitting requiring no specialized tooling beyond standard pipe wrenches and thread sealant, and is catalogued under Midland Industries combination king nipple hose fittings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e2-inch hose barb end securely grips hose ID for leak-resistant connections\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e1-1\/2-inch MIP end with 1-1\/2-11-1\/2 NPT thread for standard threaded pipe ports\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSteel construction with zinc-plated finish for corrosion resistance\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eCombination king nipple design bridges hose assemblies to threaded pipe systems\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eMinimum order quantity of 1 for individual replacement or service use\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDesigned as an OEM-style hose barb to male NPT adapter for use in plumbing, irrigation, and general fluid-transfer systems requiring a 2-inch barb to 1-1\/2-inch MIP transition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eInstallation Notes\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInstallation should be performed by a licensed plumber or qualified pipefitter in accordance with applicable IPC and local plumbing codes. Shut off water supply and depressurize the line before removing or installing any fitting. Apply an appropriate thread sealant or PTFE tape to the MIP threads before making up the connection. Secure the hose end with an appropriate clamp rated for the system pressure and fluid type.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eConnection Size 1\u003c\/strong\u003e: 2 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eConnection Type 1\u003c\/strong\u003e: Hose Barbed\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eConnection Size 2\u003c\/strong\u003e: 1-1\/2 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eConnection Type 2\u003c\/strong\u003e: Male Iron Pipe (MIP)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThread Specification\u003c\/strong\u003e: 1-1\/2-11-1\/2 NPT\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial\u003c\/strong\u003e: Steel\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFinish\u003c\/strong\u003e: Zinc-Plated\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eStandard Information\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\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: 973888\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"MIDLAND INDUSTRIES","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67949657522482,"sku":"973888","price":49.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0270\/4519\/9983\/files\/92e2fd9cfeb59827f3229c45741e10a1.jpg?v=1791697191","url":"https:\/\/voomisupply.com\/products\/midland-industries-973888-hose-barb-to-mip-adapter","provider":"Voomi Supply","version":"1.0","type":"link"}