Parker FAMS-66 Male Straight Adapter 3/8 Inch Tube Od

Product Description

The PARKER FAMS-66 is a compression tube male straight adapter designed to connect 3/8-inch OD tubing to male-threaded fittings in fluid and gas handling systems. Constructed from Perfluoroalkoxy (PFA) and Polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE), this adapter delivers strong chemical resistance and low friction characteristics suited to demanding process environments. The plastic grip type allows secure hand-tightening during installation, and the compression fitting design provides a reliable, leak-resistant seal without brazing or soldering. It is used by plumbers, process technicians, and industrial service professionals working with corrosion-sensitive or high-purity fluid lines.

This adapter is well suited for residential and light commercial applications where chemically aggressive media, ultra-pure fluids, or corrosive gases are present. Typical installations include laboratory tubing systems, chemical feed lines, semiconductor process equipment, and similar environments where metal fittings are unsuitable due to contamination or corrosion concerns. The PFA and PTFE construction makes this fitting compatible with a broad range of acids, solvents, and oxidizers commonly encountered in process and specialty gas service.

Key Features

• 3/8-inch tube outside diameter for precise compression fit
• PFA and PTFE construction provides excellent chemical and thermal resistance
• Male straight adapter configuration for direct inline threaded connections
• Plastic grip type allows tool-free or minimal-tool hand assembly
• Compression design eliminates the need for brazing, soldering, or flaring

Compatibility

Designed as an OEM-style compression fitting for use with 3/8-inch OD tubing in process, laboratory, and specialty fluid or gas handling systems where PFA or PTFE wetted materials are required.

Installation Notes

Installation should be performed by a qualified plumber or process piping technician familiar with compression fittings and applicable codes such as the IPC. Shut off and depressurize the fluid or gas line completely before disassembly or installation. Do not overtighten PFA and PTFE fittings, as these materials are softer than metal and can be damaged by excessive force. Verify thread compatibility and tube OD before final assembly to ensure a leak-free connection.