Midland Industries 98840 Industrial Interchange Coupler

Product Description

The MIDLAND INDUSTRIES 98840 is a steel industrial interchange hose barb coupler designed for pneumatic line connections in industrial and shop environments. One end features a female industrial interchange profile with a 3/8-inch body, and the other end terminates in a 1/4-inch hose barb for direct attachment to pneumatic hose. Rated to a maximum operating pressure of 250 psi, this coupler is built for the demands of production floors, maintenance shops, and general compressed-air service. The all-steel construction provides durability under repeated connect and disconnect cycles typical of industrial interchange quick-connect systems.

This coupler is used in pneumatic systems where industrial interchange-style quick-connect fittings are the standard. Typical applications include connecting air tools, blow guns, and pneumatic accessories to compressed-air supply lines. The hose barb end accepts 1/4-inch ID hose, making it a common choice for retrofitting or extending existing pneumatic hose assemblies in both light and heavy industrial settings. Installation is handled by maintenance technicians, pipefitters, or industrial mechanics working on compressed-air distribution systems.

Key Features

• Female industrial interchange profile on the coupler end for compatibility with standard interchange-style plugs
• 1/4-inch hose barb end for direct attachment to pneumatic hose
• 3/8-inch body size for appropriate flow capacity in light industrial pneumatic service
• 250 psi maximum operating pressure rating
• All-steel construction for durability in industrial environments

Compatibility

Designed as an OEM-style replacement or add-on coupler for pneumatic systems using standard industrial interchange quick-connect fittings with a 3/8-inch body and 1/4-inch hose barb connections.

Installation Notes

Shut off and bleed compressed-air supply lines completely before installing or removing any pneumatic fittings. Secure the hose barb connection with an appropriate hose clamp to prevent blow-off under pressure. Verify that the connected hose is rated at or above the system operating pressure before returning the line to service. Installation should follow applicable OSHA compressed-air safety guidelines and local codes governing pneumatic systems.