Parker 372HB-8-6N Male Branch Tee 1/2 in Barb 3/8 Npt

Product Description

The PARKER 372HB-8-6N is a barbed tube male branch tee fitting designed for fluid and air distribution lines in trade and industrial plumbing applications. Molded from nylon, this white fitting accepts 1/2 inch barbed tubing on the branch and run ports and connects to a 3/8 inch NPT male thread on the tee outlet. The barbed design creates a secure, vibration-resistant grip on flexible tubing without the need for threaded fittings on the tube side. Plumbers, HVAC technicians, and fluid-system assemblers use this fitting where a branch connection must tap off a main tubing run while also threading into a ported manifold, valve body, or equipment housing.

This fitting is suited for residential and light commercial fluid distribution systems, pneumatic lines, and low-pressure liquid transfer applications where nylon construction is appropriate. The 3/8 inch NPT male thread is a widely used standard size found on pumps, manifolds, solenoid valves, and control equipment. The 1/2 inch barb diameter accommodates standard flexible tubing used in HVAC condensate lines, pool and spa plumbing, and general-purpose pneumatic circuits. This item ships individually but carries a minimum order quantity of 5 units.

Key Features

• Male branch tee configuration allows a single barbed line to split into two flow paths while connecting to an NPT-threaded port
• 1/2 inch barb size grips standard flexible tubing securely without clamps on low-pressure lines
• 3/8 inch NPT male thread for direct connection to threaded ports on valves, manifolds, and equipment
• Nylon construction resists corrosion and is lightweight for easy handling and installation
• White color for visual identification in multi-line systems

Compatibility

Designed as an OEM-style barbed branch tee for flexible tubing systems using 1/2 inch inside-diameter barbed connections and 3/8 inch NPT threaded ports in low-pressure fluid and pneumatic applications.

Installation Notes

Installation is typically performed by a licensed plumber or HVAC technician. Shut off and relieve pressure from the fluid or air system before removing or installing any fittings. Secure barbed connections with appropriate clamps when required by system pressure ratings or applicable codes. Apply thread sealant to the NPT male threads per the fitting manufacturer and applicable IPC or IFGC guidelines before threading into a ported component.