Parker FAMS-412 Male Straight Adapter 1/4 Inch Tube Od

Product Description

The PARKER FAMS-412 is a compression tube male straight adapter designed for 1/4 inch outside diameter tubing. It provides a leak-resistant, straight-run connection between compression tubing and a male threaded port. The fitting is constructed from Perfluoroalkoxy (PFA) and Polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE), two high-performance fluoropolymers that resist aggressive chemicals, high-purity media, and elevated operating temperatures. The plastic grip type simplifies hand-tightening during installation. This fitting is specified by plumbing engineers, industrial maintenance technicians, and instrumentation specialists working with fluoropolymer tubing systems where chemical compatibility and purity are critical.

This adapter is suited for use in chemical processing, semiconductor fabrication, laboratory fluid handling, and high-purity fluid distribution systems. Its straight configuration allows direct inline connections where tubing must transition to a male threaded fitting without bends or offsets. It is appropriate for both residential and light commercial instrumentation applications where PFA or PTFE tubing is the specified media-contact material.

Key Features

• Fits 1/4 inch outside diameter compression tubing
• Male straight adapter configuration for direct inline connections
• PFA and PTFE construction for broad chemical resistance and high-purity compatibility
• Plastic grip type allows tool-free or hand-assisted tightening
• Lightweight at 0.05 pounds, suitable for space-constrained instrumentation panels

Compatibility

Designed as an OEM-style replacement or new-installation compression fitting for systems using 1/4 inch OD fluoropolymer tubing, including PFA and PTFE tubing lines requiring a male straight threaded termination.

Installation Notes

Installation of compression tube fittings should be performed by a qualified plumbing or instrumentation technician familiar with fluoropolymer tubing systems. Shut off all line pressure and depressurize the system before making or breaking any connections. Ensure tubing is cut cleanly and squarely to achieve a proper compression seal. Do not overtighten — follow the fitting manufacturer's recommended hand-tight-plus-turns procedure for compression fittings to avoid deforming the PFA or PTFE components.