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Eaton 1468X10X6 Male Connector 3/8-18 5/8 In Tube Sz solar
Male connector joins 5/8 inch tube to 3/8-18 pipe threads at 150 PSI with brass compression fitting
- TypeAccessories & Compressors
- Brass construction resists corrosion for long service life
- Compression fitting seals 5/8 in tube without special tools
- Rated 150 PSI for reliable hydraulic connections
- Operates from -40 to 200 °F in extreme environments
- Meets SAE and DOT FMVSS 571/131 safety standards
Eaton 1468X10X6 Male Connector
This Eaton Weatherhead 1468X10X6 male connector joins 5/8 inch tube to a 3/8-18 pipe thread using a compression fitting. Brass construction meets SAE and DOT FMVSS 571/131 standards for solar and fluid-transfer systems. Rated to 150 PSI across a temperature range of -40 to 200 F. Nut and sleeve are included for immediate assembly.
Upgrading from worn or mismatched fittings
Replace corroded, leaking, or incorrectly threaded connectors in existing solar-loop or hydraulic lines. The jump is worth it when a secure, standards-compliant seal is required at 150 PSI and the tube size matches 5/8 inch. Not for installations needing a different tube diameter, thread pitch, or pressure rating beyond the listed specification.
Straightforward compression installation
Slide the supplied nut and sleeve onto clean, square-cut 5/8 inch nylon tube, insert into the body, and tighten to the manufacturer's torque value. Common issues include under-tightening, which leaves a leak path, or over-tightening, which distorts the sleeve. Ensure tube material and temperature limits match the -40 to 200 F range before commissioning.
Highlights
- Brass construction resists corrosion for long service life
- Compression fitting seals 5/8 in tube without special tools
- Rated 150 PSI for reliable hydraulic connections
- Operates from -40 to 200 °F in extreme environments
- Meets SAE and DOT FMVSS 571/131 safety standards
Specifications
| Brand | EATON WEATHERHEAD |
|---|---|
| Type | Accessories & Compressors |
Questions about this item
What tube diameter does the 1468X10X6 male connector accept?
The connector is built for 5/8 inch tube size with a 3/8-18 thread and includes the matching nut and sleeve for a compression fit.
Which step is most often missed when installing this compression fitting?
Many installers forget to slide the nut and sleeve onto the tubing before inserting it into the body, so the ferrule cannot seal against the 3/8 inch pipe thread.
How often should the brass connector and its nylon-tube seal be inspected?
Check the joint at least once a year or whenever the system sees temperature swings near the -40 to 200 F limits, looking for corrosion or sleeve deformation.
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