Air Compressor Coupler Types

Further confusing matters some styles carry multiple names.

Air compressor coupler types.

Larger compressors 150 200 litres and up often come with no regulator or fittings as these size of air compressors may have or fittings fitted to suit the users requirements. The husky 1 4 in. More information about our privacy practices more information about our privacy practices. Air hose fittings and quick connect air fittings 1 4 inch npt brass female air coupler plug 10 piece industrial type d air compressor fittings 4 7 out of 5 stars 39 9 99 21 99.

Industrial style plug for quick easy changes. Npt the husky 1 4 in. Add to wish list. Compatible with most air hose and piping fittings the couple has heat treated lock balls and a brass construction for long tool life.

Npt female industrial coupler connects with a 1 4 in. There are two main types of air compressor couplers. For example automotive t style and tru flate all refer to the same fitting. What type of fittings do new compressors come with.

These compressor fittings are used in a variety of manners from connecting an air hose to the compressor itself to attaching an air tool to an air line. 1 4 mnpt m style push type coupler. Once assembled insert the barbed end into hose and secure with a clamp or a crimp on hose ferrule. Also known as ball seat hose nipples these fittings consist of a barbed shaft with a rounded end that sits inside a female threaded nut.

When mated with a male threaded fitting the rounded end presses tightly against the inside of the male threads for a better seal than a single piece fitting. Many times the compressor fittings are a quick release design which allows an air hose to be connected to and disconnected from an air line in a matter of seconds. On the plug the industrial style is slightly longer and different. Most of the air compressors that we currently sell 15 come fitted with the shorter german coupler.