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

Product Description

The PARKER GAMS-412 is a compression tube male straight adapter designed to create a secure, leak-resistant connection between a 1/4-inch OD tube and a male-threaded port. Constructed from Perfluoroalkoxy (PFA) and Polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE) materials, this fitting offers excellent chemical resistance and is well suited for high-purity fluid and gas handling applications. The plastic grip-style compression mechanism allows for straightforward hand-tightening during installation. At 0.1 pounds, it is a lightweight single-piece fitting supplied in individual packaging. Plumbers, instrumentation technicians, and industrial piping contractors commonly install this type of adapter in tubing systems that require a reliable inline straight connection.

This adapter is used in residential, commercial, and industrial fluid handling systems where 1/4-inch OD tubing must transition to a male-threaded fitting. Typical applications include chemical distribution lines, laboratory instrumentation, pneumatic control circuits, and any process piping system where PFA and PTFE materials are specified for corrosion resistance or purity requirements. The straight-through design keeps flow paths direct and minimizes pressure drop across the connection point.

Key Features

• PFA and PTFE construction provides broad chemical compatibility and high-purity performance
• Compression-style fitting design creates a reliable seal without solvents or adhesives
• Plastic grip type simplifies hand installation and removal
• Male straight adapter configuration suits direct tube-to-port connections
• Lightweight at 0.1 pounds, minimizing load on tubing assemblies

Compatibility

Designed as an OEM-style compression fitting for systems using 1/4-inch OD tubing with male-threaded port connections in chemical, pneumatic, or instrumentation applications.

Installation Notes

A licensed plumber or instrumentation technician should install this fitting. Shut off all fluid or gas supply and depressurize the line before beginning work. Insert the tube fully into the compression body and hand-tighten the nut until snug, then follow the fitting manufacturer guidelines for final make-up turns. Do not overtighten, as PFA and PTFE components can be damaged by excessive torque.