{"product_id":"manguito-roscado-hembra-hembra","title":"Female-female threaded socket for compressed air","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJoin two male-threaded parts in line firmly, neatly and without leaks.\u003c\/strong\u003e Sometimes what you need is not a bend or a change of size, but simply to join two male-threaded accessories one after the other: a hex nipple with a coupler, a threaded pipe with a valve, or two sections of an installation. This threaded socket is a straight fitting with two female threads of the same size, designed precisely for that in compressed air installations.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAvailable in 1\/4\", 3\/8\" and 1\/2\", the standard sizes on workshop compressors, air receivers, regulators and air networks. It is the part that turns two male threads into a solid, airtight joint and, combined with hex nipples and reducers, lets you put together almost any configuration.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eAdvantages\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStraight connection:\u003c\/strong\u003e does not change the direction of the air or add bends.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFemale-female:\u003c\/strong\u003e connects two male-threaded parts of the same size.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThree sizes:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1\/4\", 3\/8\" and 1\/2\".\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSimple installation:\u003c\/strong\u003e all you need is PTFE tape and a spanner.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat it is for\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExtending an air line by joining two threaded sections.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eJoining hex nipples, quick couplers and shut-off valves in line.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRepairing or extending workshop compressed air installations.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eTechnical specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eType:\u003c\/strong\u003e straight female-female socket\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSizes:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1\/4\" · 3\/8\" · 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\u003eSeal the male threads going into the socket with PTFE tape, in the direction of the thread, and tighten while holding the other part with a second spanner so you do not strain the installation. Then check the joint with soapy water.\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 the difference from a hex nipple?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe socket has two female threads; the hex nipple has two male threads.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhich size do I need?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe same as the male thread of the two parts you are going to join: 1\/4\", 3\/8\" or 1\/2\".\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCan I join different sizes?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eNot with this socket, because both threads are the same. For different sizes, combine it with a threaded reducer.\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 the difference from a hex nipple?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"The socket has two female threads; the hex nipple has two male threads.\"}},{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"Which size do I need?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"The same as the male thread of the two parts you are going to join: 1\/4\\\", 3\/8\\\" or 1\/2\\\".\"}},{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"Can I join different sizes?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"Not with this socket, because both threads are the same. For different sizes, combine it with a threaded reducer.\"}},{\"@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\/4\"","offer_id":54641443832155,"sku":"CEVIK-CA-280\/5","price":4.61,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"3\/8\"","offer_id":54641443864923,"sku":"CEVIK-CA-280\/8","price":4.31,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"1\/2\"","offer_id":54641443897691,"sku":"CEVIK-CA-280\/10","price":6.27,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0276\/9698\/8257\/files\/ca-280_5.jpg?v=1793866726","url":"https:\/\/vetonek.com\/en\/products\/manguito-roscado-hembra-hembra","provider":"Vetonek","version":"1.0","type":"link"}