Midland Industries LF29-46 Hose Barb Adapter 1/4 X 3/8 Mpt Brass

Product Description

The MIDLAND INDUSTRIES LF29-46 is a rigid hose barb adapter designed to connect a 1/4-inch hose to a 3/8-inch male pipe thread (MPT) fitting. Constructed from lead-free brass, it meets requirements for potable water and fluid handling applications where lead content must be minimized. The adapter measures 1.72 inches in length with a 0.68-inch hex for wrench engagement. It is rated for a maximum operating pressure of 150 psi and an operating temperature range of -40 to 160 degrees F. Plumbers, HVAC technicians, and mechanical contractors install this type of fitting in low-pressure fluid lines where a hose-to-threaded-pipe transition is required.

This adapter is suited for residential and light commercial plumbing, HVAC condensate lines, water supply connections, and similar low-pressure fluid systems. The barbed end accepts a 1/4-inch hose secured with a hose clamp, similar-type clamp, or a crimped ferrule. The 3/8-inch MPT end threads directly into a female pipe thread port. Its compact size makes it practical in tight spaces where a rigid, leak-resistant hose-to-pipe transition is needed.

Key Features

• Lead-free brass construction for compliance in potable water and low-lead applications
• 1/4-inch hose barb to 3/8-inch MPT rigid adapter configuration
• Rated to 150 psi maximum operating pressure
• Operating temperature range of -40 to 160 degrees F
• 0.68-inch hex allows standard wrench installation
• Compatible with hose clamps, similar-type clamps, or crimped ferrules

Compatibility

Designed as an OEM-style replacement or direct-install fitting for 1/4-inch hose assemblies requiring a 3/8-inch MPT threaded port connection in low-pressure fluid handling systems.

Installation Notes

Installation is typically performed by a licensed plumber or HVAC technician. Shut off the fluid supply and relieve system pressure before removing or installing any fitting. Apply thread sealant tape or pipe thread compound to the MPT threads before assembly. Secure the hose end with an appropriately rated hose clamp or crimped ferrule to prevent leaks; do not overtighten the barb clamp to the point of cutting the hose material.