Fairview 488C Brass Flare Male Pipe Connector, 1/2" Tube OD. x 3/8" Pipe
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Fairview 488C brass flare male pipe connector designed to adapt a 1/2" tube OD flare connection to a 3/8" pipe (male) connection. Made for secure, leak-resistant fitting when matched to the correct tubing and sealing surfaces.
Key Features
- Brass flare fitting for connecting 1/2" tube OD to a 3/8" male pipe end
- SAE 45° flare style connector (tube flare connection)
- Fairview 48-8C / 488C series male pipe connector configuration
Intended Use
- Fuel and gas line components (when permitted by system requirements)
- Refrigeration and refrigeration-related tubing connections
- Other non-potable plumbing and fluid transfer applications where a flare-to-pipe adapter is appropriate
Product Details
- Product title: Fairview 488C Brass Flare Male Pipe Connector, 1/2" Tube OD. x 3/8" Pipe
- SKU: 687-488C
- Type: Male pipe connector (tube flare to male pipe configuration)
- Tube side: 1/2" Tube OD (SAE flare tube connection)
- Pipe side: 3/8" Pipe (male pipe connection)
- WARNING NOTE: NOT TO BE USED IN POTABLE WATER SYSTEMS
Parts Desk Insights
Best Use Case: Use when you need to connect 1/2" tube OD flare tubing to a 3/8" male pipe threaded connection using the correct flare nut/tube preparation and mating surfaces.
Common Issues: Common leak points are incorrect tube flare formation, damaged flare seating surfaces, or mismatched end types/thread standards. Confirm tubing OD and flare angle compatibility before assembly, and inspect the connector’s flare seating faces for defects.
Related Products & Accessories
- Browse flared adapters and fittings for gas/plumbing applications - Explore the relevant fittings category for compatible 45° flare connectors and mating flare nuts/line parts.
Shipping information
In-stock and OEM parts: ship same or next business day.
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Special-order items: timeline confirmed after order.
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