{"product_id":"forney-brass-air-hose-end-1-4-in-hose-barb-x-3-8-in-female","title":"Forney Brass Air Hose End 1\/4 in. Hose Barb X 3\/8 in. Female","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen you need a reliable, compact adapter to bridge your air hose and tool ports, the Forney Brass Air Hose End 1\/4 in. Hose Barb X 3\/8 in. Female delivers a secure, leak-resistant connection you can count on.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBuilt from solid brass, this adapter resists wear, corrosion, and everyday shop abuse while maintaining a tight seal across years of use. Its dual-end design provides a straightforward, install-it-once solution for converting a 1\/4\" ID air hose to a 3\/8\" female port.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e1\/4 in. hose barb end for quick, clamp-friendly hose attachment\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e3\/8 in. female port on the opposite end provides a standard NPT connection for compatible fittings\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eBrass construction offers durability in automotive, workshop, and fabrication environments\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eDesigned for hose clamps or ferrules to ensure a secure, non-slip connection\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eCompact form factor fits into tight spaces and simplifies routing in busy workbenches\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003ePer-package count: 1 piece\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eForney-branded reliability and compatibility with common shop air systems\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e \u003ch3\u003ePractical uses and scenarios\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp\u003eIn a typical workshop, you might use this brass air hose end to connect a 1\/4\" ID air hose from your compressor line to a tool port or accessory that accepts a 3\/8\" female NPT fitting. It’s ideal when you need a quick hose-to-port transition without swapping entire fittings, such as running inline with pneumatic grinders, riveters, or sanders that require 3\/8\" ports.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eTips for a tight, leak-free connection\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eBefore tightening, apply PTFE tape to the 3\/8\" NPT female threads to seal against leaks; wrap 2-3 turns in the direction of tightening.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eUse a wrench to secure the 3\/8\" NPT side, then snug the 1\/4\" hose barb clamp as needed—avoid overtightening to prevent damage to the hose.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eEnsure the hose ID matches the barb size (1\/4\") for a proper grip and to minimize hose slip.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003eUpgrade your air line setups with the Forney Brass Air Hose End—an economical, dependable solution that keeps your tools powered and your connections solid under pressure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Forney","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52190478172434,"sku":"1892587","price":7.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0928\/1024\/8466\/files\/1892587_A.eps_High.jpg?v=1775854684","url":"https:\/\/nationalhardwaregroup.com\/products\/forney-brass-air-hose-end-1-4-in-hose-barb-x-3-8-in-female","provider":"National Hardware Group","version":"1.0","type":"link"}