Parker PT-00580 Bite-type Tube Male Connector 12mm 1/4 Npt

Product Description

The PARKER PT-00580 is a flareless bite-type tube male connector designed for secure, leak-resistant tubing connections in hydraulic and instrumentation plumbing systems. The bite-type design uses a ferrule that bites into the tube OD on assembly, eliminating the need for tube flaring and allowing clean, repeatable connections in the field. This fitting accepts a 12 mm tube OD and threads into a 1/4 inch NPT female port. It is installed by licensed plumbers, hydraulic technicians, and HVAC or industrial piping tradespeople working on fluid or gas distribution systems.

This connector is suited for instrumentation lines, hydraulic circuits, and process piping applications where a threaded NPT port must transition to a 12 mm metric tube run. The flareless construction simplifies assembly in tight spaces and reduces the number of tools required on the job. It is commonly found in both residential and light commercial mechanical systems wherever a reliable tube-to-pipe transition is needed without a flared fitting.

Key Features

• Flareless bite-type design eliminates tube flaring for faster field assembly
• 12 mm tube OD connection for metric tubing compatibility
• 1/4 inch NPT male thread for direct connection to standard NPT female ports
• Compact form factor suited for installations in restricted spaces
• Sold in a package quantity of 5 units

Compatibility

Designed as an OEM-style replacement or service fitting for hydraulic, instrumentation, and fluid-handling systems using 12 mm OD tubing with 1/4 inch NPT ported components.

Installation Notes

Installation should be performed by a qualified plumbing or hydraulic technician. Depressurize and isolate the system fully before removing or installing any fittings. Hand-tighten the NPT thread first, then apply thread sealant appropriate for the fluid service before final wrench tightening. Follow applicable IPC and system manufacturer guidelines for fitting assembly torque and tube insertion depth to ensure a proper ferrule bite and leak-free seal.