{"product_id":"parker-68ptc-8-6-push-to-connect-male-connector-1-2-od","title":"Parker 68PTC-8-6 Push-to-connect Male Connector 1\/2 Od","description":"\u003ch3\u003eProduct Description\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe PARKER 68PTC-8-6 is a push-to-connect male connector tube fitting designed for air brake and pneumatic plumbing applications. It provides a tube-to-male NPT connection on both ends, allowing quick, tool-free tube insertion on the push-to-connect side while threading directly into a female NPT port. Constructed from brass with a nitrile O-ring seal, the fitting handles working pressures up to 250 psi and operates across a temperature range of -40 degrees F to 200 degrees F. It is a DOT-compliant air brake fitting meeting FMVSS 571.106, SAE J2494, and SAE J2494-3 standards. Licensed plumbers, HVAC mechanics, and fleet maintenance technicians are the typical installers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis fitting is suited for commercial vehicle air brake systems, compressed air distribution lines, and pneumatic control circuits where a reliable push-to-connect tube entry is needed alongside a threaded port connection. The 1\/2 inch OD tube entry and 3\/8 inch NPTF thread make it a common choice for mid-size air lines in both mobile and stationary pneumatic systems. Its brass construction and nitrile O-ring resist the oils and moisture found in typical compressor-fed air circuits.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003ePush-to-connect design allows fast, tool-free tube insertion for 1\/2 inch OD tubing\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e3\/8 inch NPTF male thread for leak-resistant tapered thread engagement\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eBrass body construction for corrosion resistance in air and pneumatic service\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eNitrile O-ring seal rated for oil-laden and moisture-containing compressed air\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e250 psi maximum working pressure with a wide service temperature range of -40 to 200 degrees F\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDOT-compliant: meets FMVSS 571.106, SAE J2494, and SAE J2494-3 for air brake service\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDesigned as a DOT air brake fitting for commercial vehicle air brake systems and pneumatic plumbing circuits using 1\/2 inch OD tubing with 3\/8 inch NPTF female port connections.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eInstallation Notes\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDepressurize and drain the air system completely before removing or installing any fittings. The push-to-connect end accepts tubing with a clean, square-cut end; inspect tubing for burrs or ovality before insertion. The NPTF thread is a tapered dry-seal thread and typically does not require thread sealant tape, but follow the vehicle or system manufacturer guidelines and applicable DOT regulations. Air brake system service on commercial vehicles must comply with applicable federal motor carrier safety regulations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eConnection Type\u003c\/strong\u003e: Tube x MNPT x Tube x Male (Push-To-Connect)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTube Outside Diameter\u003c\/strong\u003e: 1\/2 inch\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThread Size\u003c\/strong\u003e: 3\/8 inch NPTF\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThread Type\u003c\/strong\u003e: NPTF\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaximum Working Pressure\u003c\/strong\u003e: 250 psi\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOverall Length\u003c\/strong\u003e: 1.49 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHex Size\u003c\/strong\u003e: 7\/8 inch\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial\u003c\/strong\u003e: Brass\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eO-Ring Material\u003c\/strong\u003e: Nitrile\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMinimum Working Temperature\u003c\/strong\u003e: -40 degrees F\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaximum Working Temperature\u003c\/strong\u003e: 200 degrees F\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStandards\u003c\/strong\u003e: D.O.T. 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