Value Collection SS-MC-FT6-MN2 Compression Male Connector

Product Description

The VALUE COLLECTION SS-MC-FT6-MN2 is a stainless steel compression tube male connector designed for high-integrity tube-to-pipe connections in fluid and gas handling systems. It features a 3/8-inch tube outside diameter compression end on one side and a 1/8-inch male NPT threaded end on the other. Manufactured from 316 stainless steel, this fitting meets multiple ASTM and DIN material standards, making it suitable for demanding environments where corrosion resistance and mechanical strength are required. It is installed by plumbers, pipefitters, and instrumentation technicians working on pressure or fluid conveyance lines.

This connector is used in residential and commercial applications involving tubing runs that must transition to threaded pipe connections. Typical installations include instrumentation lines, hydraulic and pneumatic systems, and fluid transfer tubing where a leak-tight compression-to-NPT interface is needed. The compression end eliminates the need for soldering or welding on the tube side, making it well suited for field service and maintenance work where torch use is impractical or restricted.

Key Features

• 316 stainless steel construction for superior corrosion resistance in wet and chemical environments
• 3/8-inch tube OD compression end provides a reliable, ferrule-based seal without solder or adhesive
• 1/8-inch male NPT thread conforms to NPT standard for broad pipe-thread compatibility
• Meets ASTM A182, ASTM A213, ASTM A269, ASTM A276, ASTM A479, DIN EN10122-5, and DIN EN10272 standards
• Overall length of approximately 1.39 inches fits into compact installation spaces
• Single-piece fitting ships individually, no minimum bulk purchase required

Compatibility

Designed as an OEM-style replacement or direct-install compression tube male connector for systems using 3/8-inch OD tubing with 1/8-inch NPT threaded ports. Cross-references Swagelok part number SS-600-1-2 for fitment reference.

Installation Notes

Installation should be performed by a qualified plumber, pipefitter, or instrumentation technician in accordance with applicable codes including ASME B31.1 or B31.3 where pressure piping is involved. Depressurize and isolate the line completely before disassembling any existing fitting or making new connections. When making up the compression end, follow standard ferrule-seating procedure for the tubing material and wall thickness in use. Do not overtighten the NPT end into cast or soft-metal ports, as thread damage can result.