{"product_id":"machon-roscado-macho-macho","title":"Male-male threaded hex nipple for compressed air","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJoin two parts with female threads in seconds, of the same size or of different sizes.\u003c\/strong\u003e In an air installation, almost everything has a female thread: quick couplers, regulators, filters, shut-off valves or air receiver outlets. The threaded hex nipple is the fitting with two male threads, equal or of different sizes, that lets you join these parts directly, without lengths of pipe or makeshift adaptors.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAvailable in six combinations: 1\/8\"-1\/4\", 1\/4\"-1\/4\", 1\/4\"-3\/8\", 3\/8\"-3\/8\", 3\/8\"-1\/2\" and 1\/2\"-1\/2\". The reducing versions act as both a connector and a size adaptor, so with a couple of hex nipples you can handle most workshop installations.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eAdvantages\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDirect connection:\u003c\/strong\u003e joins two female parts without an intermediate pipe.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReducing hex nipples:\u003c\/strong\u003e join and adapt sizes in a single part.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSix sizes:\u003c\/strong\u003e from 1\/8\" to 1\/2\".\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCompact assembly:\u003c\/strong\u003e shorter installations with fewer leak points.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat it is for\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFitting a quick coupler to the outlet of a regulator or filter.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eJoining shut-off valves, filters and regulators in line.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdapting a 3\/8\" outlet to a 1\/2\" accessory (or vice versa).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eTechnical specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eType:\u003c\/strong\u003e male-male hex nipple\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSizes:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1\/8\"-1\/4\" · 1\/4\"-1\/4\" · 1\/4\"-3\/8\" · 3\/8\"-3\/8\" · 3\/8\"-1\/2\" · 1\/2\"-1\/2\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUse:\u003c\/strong\u003e compressed air\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eVetonek tip\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eWrap the threads with PTFE tape in the direction of the thread, leaving the first thread clear so no debris gets into the installation. Hold the female part with a second spanner while tightening so you do not strain the accessory.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDo I need to use PTFE tape?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes, apply PTFE tape or thread sealant to tapered male threads to prevent leaks.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat is a reducing hex nipple for?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eFor joining two female parts of different sizes, for example a 3\/8\" outlet with a 1\/2\" coupler.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat is the difference from a socket?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe hex nipple has two male threads; the socket has two female threads.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow do I know which size I need?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eCheck the female thread of the two parts you are going to join and choose the hex nipple with those two sizes.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIs it suitable for water?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt is designed for compressed air installations; for other fluids, please contact us first.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cscript type=\"application\/ld+json\"\u003e{\"@context\":\"https:\/\/schema.org\",\"@type\":\"FAQPage\",\"mainEntity\":[{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"Do I need to use PTFE tape?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"Yes, apply PTFE tape or thread sealant to tapered male threads to prevent leaks.\"}},{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"What is a reducing hex nipple for?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"For joining two female parts of different sizes, for example a 3\/8\\\" outlet with a 1\/2\\\" coupler.\"}},{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"What is the difference from a socket?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"The hex nipple has two male threads; the socket has two female threads.\"}},{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"How do I know which size I need?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"Check the female thread of the two parts you are going to join and choose the hex nipple with those two sizes.\"}},{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"Is it suitable for water?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"It is designed for compressed air installations; for other fluids, please contact us first.\"}}]}\u003c\/script\u003e","brand":"Vica Work","offers":[{"title":"1\/8\" - 1\/4\"","offer_id":54641443373403,"sku":"CEVIK-CA-290\/2","price":3.09,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"1\/4\" - 1\/4\"","offer_id":54641443406171,"sku":"CEVIK-CA-290\/5","price":3.09,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"1\/4\" - 3\/8\"","offer_id":54641443438939,"sku":"CEVIK-CA-290\/6","price":3.33,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"3\/8\" - 3\/8\"","offer_id":54641443471707,"sku":"CEVIK-CA-290\/8","price":3.33,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"3\/8\" - 1\/2\"","offer_id":54641443504475,"sku":"CEVIK-CA-290\/9","price":4.02,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"1\/2\" - 1\/2\"","offer_id":54641443537243,"sku":"CEVIK-CA-290\/10","price":4.02,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0276\/9698\/8257\/files\/machon-roscado-macho-macho-vica-work-1.jpg?v=1793865571","url":"https:\/\/vetonek.com\/en\/products\/machon-roscado-macho-macho","provider":"Vetonek","version":"1.0","type":"link"}