Fairview 486B Brass Flare Male Pipe Connector, 3/8" Tube OD. x 1/4" Pipe
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Fairview 486B Brass Flare Male Pipe Connector provides a flare tube connection on one side and a 1/4" pipe connection on the other—ideal for making a compact tube-to-pipe transition in compatible non-potable plumbing and mechanical systems.
Key Features
- Brass connector for tube-to-pipe plumbing transitions
- Flare male tube connection: 3/8" Tube OD
- Male pipe connection: 1/4" pipe
- Fairview 486B series fitting (SKU 687-486B)
Intended Use
- Non-potable plumbing and general mechanical piping where this style of flare-to-pipe connection is appropriate
- Marine and RV plumbing projects that require a 3/8" tube OD to 1/4" pipe transition
- Low/medium pressure fluid lines using flare tube fittings (confirm exact system requirements before installation)
Product Details
- Brand/Series: Fairview 486B
- Type: Flare male pipe connector (tube to male pipe)
- Connection 1: 3/8" Tube OD (flare male)
- Connection 2: 1/4" pipe (male pipe end)
- SKU: 687-486B
- Material: Brass
- Includes: 1 connector
Parts Desk Insights
Best Use Case: Use this connector when you need to transition from 3/8" tube OD to a 1/4" male pipe connection using a flare-style tube interface.
Common Issues: Improper flare formation or mismatched tube OD/thread standards can lead to leaks. Before final tightening, verify the tube OD and the exact pipe thread type required by your system, and ensure the mating surfaces are clean and undamaged.
Related Products & Accessories
- Browse related Fairview flare & pipe fittings - Search the fittings-and-valves category for matching 3/8" and 1/4" flare-to-pipe styles.
Shipping information
In-stock and OEM parts: ship same or next business day.
Locally warehoused items: ship within 1-3 business days.
Special-order items: timeline confirmed after order.
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