Value Collection 16376 Steel Flared Tube Connector 5/16 in

Product Description

The VALUE COLLECTION 16376 is a steel flared tube connector designed to join tubing to threaded pipe fittings in hydraulic, pneumatic, and fluid transfer systems. It features a 37-degree flare seat on the tube end and a 1/4-18 NPTF thread on the pipe end, providing a reliable, leak-resistant connection. The 5/16 inch tube OD sizing makes it a common choice in small-bore line assemblies. Fabricated from steel, this connector handles the mechanical demands of industrial and trade installations where tube-to-pipe transitions are required. It is sold in a package quantity of five units.

This connector is used in applications requiring a transition from 5/16 inch OD flared tubing to a 1/4-18 NPTF threaded port. Typical install scenarios include refrigeration and HVAC copper or steel tubing runs, hydraulic control lines, and pneumatic systems where a 37-degree JIC-style flare meets a tapered pipe thread port. The NPTF thread standard provides a dry-seal connection that resists leakage without relying solely on thread sealant. Installers working on fuel, oil, air, or refrigerant lines in light industrial or commercial environments will encounter this fitting size regularly.

Key Features

• 37-degree flare angle seats securely against mating flare fittings for leak-resistant tube connections
• 1/4-18 NPTF thread provides a dry-seal tapered pipe thread connection on the port end
• 5/16 inch tube OD sizing suits small-bore fluid and gas line assemblies
• Steel construction offers durability in demanding mechanical and fluid system environments
• Sold in a package of five connectors, reducing per-unit cost on multi-connection jobs

Compatibility

Designed as an OEM-style replacement or new-installation fitting for systems using 5/16 inch OD flared tubing with 1/4-18 NPTF threaded ports, conforming to UNSPSC category 27121707 for tube fittings and connectors.

Installation Notes

Installation is typically performed by licensed HVAC technicians, plumbers, or pipefitters. Depressurize and isolate the line completely before disassembling any existing fitting. Inspect the tube flare for cracks or deformation before seating against the connector; a damaged flare face will not seal correctly regardless of thread torque. NPTF threads are designed as dry-seal connections, but confirm compatibility with your system fluid and pressure rating before assembly.