Custom adapters
NPT to Hose barb adapters, machined to order
One machined part that connects NPT to hose barb in the exact sizes you need, instead of a stack of off the shelf adapters. Pick the shape, material and finish, see the price as you go, and get it in 2 weeks.
Common sizes
Straight adapters in c360 brass, priced each at 10 pieces. Any size is available on either end, and you can change the shape, length, bore and material in the builder.
| NPT end | Hose barb end | Rated to | Each at 10 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1/16 NPT male | 3/32 in barb | 150 psi | $12.15 | Build this |
| 1/16 NPT male | 1/8 in barb | 150 psi | $12.15 | Build this |
| 1/16 NPT male | 4 mm barb | 150 psi | $12.16 | Build this |
| 1/8 NPT male | 6 mm barb | 150 psi | $12.68 | Build this |
| 1/4 NPT male | 1/4 in barb | 150 psi | $13.56 | Build this |
| 3/8 NPT male | 3/8 in barb | 100 psi | $15.20 | Build this |
| 1/2 NPT male | 12 mm barb | 100 psi | $17.12 | Build this |
| 3/4 NPT male | 5/8 in barb | 70 psi | $20.87 | Build this |
| 3/4 NPT male | 3/4 in barb | 70 psi | $20.77 | Build this |
| 1 NPT male | 1 in barb | 70 psi | $29.54 | Build this |
Ratings are for c360 brass at room temperature, limited by the lower rated end. Single parts start at $120.
About NPT
American tapered pipe thread. The taper wedges tight and seals on the thread flanks with sealant or PTFE tape. Found on pumps, compressors, gauges, valves and general plumbing across North America.
ASME B1.20.1. Seals by: taper, sealant or ptfe tape.
About Hose barb
Barbed spigot for soft tube such as vinyl, silicone, PU and PE, sized to the tube inside diameter from 1/16 in to 1 in and 2 to 25 mm. Sharp ridges grip the tube; add a clamp or ferrule above 30 psi. Used for dosing, lab fluidics, coolant, aquariums, beverage and irrigation lines.
Hose barb, tube ID. Seals by: tube grips the barb ridges, clamp or ferrule for pressure.
One part, fewer leaks
A single machined adapter replaces a stack of two or three, so there are fewer joints to leak and the run is shorter and lighter.
Any shape
Straight, 45°, 90°, street 90, tee, Y, cross or a manifold with up to 8 outlets. Stainless, steel, brass, aluminum or engineering plastics.
Checked before it ships
Threads are checked with go and no-go gauges and every order ships with a certificate of conformance. Pressure test reports on request.
Questions
What pressure is an NPT to Hose barb adapter rated for?
It depends on the size and material. In c360 brass, the common sizes on this page are rated from 70 to 150 psi, set by the lower rated end. The builder shows the exact rating for your part, including a wall thickness check.
Can I get an NPT to Hose barb adapter as an elbow or tee?
Yes. Choose straight, 45°, 90°, street 90, tee, cross or a manifold, then set the length, bore, material and finish. The price and pressure rating update as you design.
How many do I have to order?
There is no minimum. Single parts start at $120, pairs at $55 each, and the price per part drops as quantity goes up.
How fast will it ship?
Standard orders ship in 2 weeks. 1 week and 3 day delivery are available. Every thread is gauged, and every order ships with a certificate of conformance.
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