Parker 68HB-16-16 Brass Barbed Hose Fitting 1 in Npt

Product Description

The PARKER 68HB-16-16 is a brass male connector barbed hose fitting designed for secure, leak-resistant hose connections in fluid transfer applications. It features a 1-inch hose barb on one end and a 1-inch male NPT threaded connection on the other, providing a straight transition from flexible hose to a threaded port. The beaded hose barb design improves grip and retention on the hose end. Rated for use from -40 degrees F to 160 degrees F, this fitting suits a wide range of fluid handling systems where reliable brass construction and NPT compatibility are required. Licensed trade professionals and experienced installers use this fitting in plumbing, HVAC, and industrial fluid systems.

This fitting is suited for residential and light commercial applications involving flexible hose runs connected to threaded ports. Typical installations include water supply lines, coolant circuits, and general fluid transfer systems where a 1-inch ID hose must terminate at a 1-inch NPT male connection. The beaded barb helps secure the hose under pressure and reduces the risk of blowoff. It is commonly installed by plumbers and mechanical contractors working on systems that operate within the rated temperature range.

Key Features

• Beaded 1-inch hose barb for improved hose retention and resistance to blowoff
• 1-inch male NPT threaded end for standard threaded port connections
• Brass construction offers corrosion resistance in water and fluid transfer service
• Operating temperature range of -40 degrees F to 160 degrees F
• Overall length of 2.31 inches fits compact installation spaces
• Hex head size of 1.38 inches allows use of standard wrenches during installation

Compatibility

Designed as an OEM-style replacement or direct-install fitting for systems using 1-inch ID flexible hose with 1-inch NPT threaded ports in plumbing, HVAC, and fluid transfer applications.

Installation Notes

Installation should be performed by a licensed plumber or qualified mechanical contractor following applicable IPC or local plumbing code requirements. Shut off and depressurize the fluid system before removing or installing any fittings. Use a wrench on the hex head to tighten the NPT threads — do not over-tighten brass fittings, as the material can crack. Secure the hose onto the barb with an appropriate clamp to maintain a leak-free connection under working pressure.