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JULY 2026Technical Data Sheet

2-8-12Adapter,straight,tube to Boss

Formrite Tube Co · NSN 4730-00-494-6568 · FSC 4730 · No Item Name Available
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NSN 4730-00-494-6568 — this item is cataloged by the U.S. Government under National Stock Number 4730-00-494-6568. Primary manufacturer part number: 2-8-12.
Features
  • Adapter,straight,tube to Boss — FSC 4730
  • Nominal Outside Diameter Tube Accommodated: 0.500 INCHES FIRST END IN
  • Maximum Operating Temp: 400.0 FAHRENHEIT SINGLE RESPONSE DEGF
  • Seat Angle: 37.0 DEGREES FIRST END
  • Surface Treatment: CADMIUM OVERALL
  • Furnished Items and Quantity: 1 FLARED SLEEVE AND 1 PREFORMED PACKING AND 1 SHORT COUPLING NUT
  • Thread Series Designator: UNF FIRST END
  • Specification/standard Data: 96906-MS51525 GOVERNMENT STANDARD
Applications
  • Fluid conveyance
  • Hydraulic system plumbing
  • Pneumatic line routing
  • Applications requiring Steel Overall construction
General Description

The Adapter,straight,tube to Boss, cataloged under National Stock Number 4730-00-494-6568, is classified within Federal Supply Class 4730 (No Item Name Available) of the Pipe, Tubing, Hose, and Fittings group. The primary manufacturer of record is Formrite Tube Co. Government technical data includes 18 verified specifications, sourced from the Federal Logistics Information System (FLIS). This item has 19 commercial cross-references from 15 manufacturers, enabling identification through both NSN and commercial part number lookups. 12 verified substitutes exist in the FLIS interchangeability database. Current acquisition status: Cancelled.

Technical Specifications
ParameterValue
NSN4730-00-494-6568
Primary Part Number2-8-12
Item NameAdapter,straight,tube to Boss
FSC / FSG4730 / 47 — No Item Name Available
ManufacturerFormrite Tube Co
StatusCANCELLED
Nominal Outside Diameter Tube Accommodated0.500 INCHES FIRST END IN
Maximum Operating Temp400.0 FAHRENHEIT SINGLE RESPONSE DEGF
Seat Angle37.0 DEGREES FIRST END
Surface TreatmentCADMIUM OVERALL
Furnished Items and Quantity1 FLARED SLEEVE AND 1 PREFORMED PACKING AND 1 SHORT COUPLING NUT
Thread Series DesignatorUNF FIRST END
Specification/standard Data96906-MS51525 GOVERNMENT STANDARD
Connection TypeTHREADED EXTERNAL BOSS SECOND END
Connection TypeTHREADED EXTERNAL TUBE FIRST END
Connection StyleEXTERNAL SEAT FOR GASKET SEAL (BOSS) SECOND END
Thread Series DesignatorUN SECOND END
Nominal Overall Length1.760 INCHES IN
Thread Quantity Per Inch12 SECOND END
Connection StyleFLARED (TUBE) FIRST END
Nominal Thread Size0.750 INCHES FIRST END IN
MaterialSTEEL OVERALL
Thread Class2A ALL ENDS A
Nominal Thread Size1.062 INCHES SECOND END IN
Lifecycle & Compliance
Acquisition StatusCANCELLED
HAZMATNo
Verified Substitutes 12
4720-00-106-550282371-07 INTERCHANGEABLE
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Cross-Reference Index
Part NumberManufacturer
2-8-12 Formrite Tube Co (USA)
4105-3/4-8 Lenz Inc Dba the Lenz Company (USA)
C35315X8X12 Danfoss Power Solutions II, Llc (USA)
6400-8-12-0 Air-Way Manufacturing Company (USA)
C35315X8X12 Dana Corp Weatherhead Div (USA)
705LV9 Linde Lift Truck Corp. (USA)
MIL-DTL-18866 Military Specifications Promulgated by Military Departments/agencies Under Authority of Defense Standardization Manual 4120 3-M
A1000C8-12 Lube Devices Inc Flodar Fluid Power Fittings Div (USA)
8-12F5BXS Parker-Hannifin Corporation Dba Pneutronics Div Tube Fittings Division (USA)
000198 Linde Lift Truck Corp. (USA)
8-12F5BXS Parker Hannifin Corp Dba Pneutronics Div Stratoflex Products Division (USA)
44Z590D0 Morris Material Handling, Inc. (USA)
84000905-014 Woodward Hrt Inc (USA)
MS51525A8-12 Military Standards Promulgated by Military Departments Under Authority of Defense Standardization Manual 4120 3-M
C5315X812 Dana Corp Weatherhead Div (USA)
8-12F5BXS Parker-Hannifin Corporation Dba Pneutronics Div Corporate Headquarters (USA)
MS51525-B8-12 Military Standards Promulgated by Military Departments Under Authority of Defense Standardization Manual 4120 3-M
000198 Linde Material Handling North America Corporation (USA)
MS51525B8-12S Military Standards Promulgated by Military Departments Under Authority of Defense Standardization Manual 4120 3-M
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TABLE,OPHTHALMIC INSTRUMENT
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is NSN 4730-00-494-6568?

NSN 4730-00-494-6568 is a Adapter,straight,tube to Boss, manufactured by Formrite Tube Co, classified under FSC 4730 (No Item Name Available). Status: cancelled.

What are the part numbers for NSN 4730-00-494-6568?

NSN 4730-00-494-6568 has 19 cross-referenced part numbers: 2-8-12 (Formrite Tube Co), 4105-3/4-8 (Lenz Inc Dba the Lenz Company), C35315X8X12 (Danfoss Power Solutions II, Llc), 6400-8-12-0 (Air-Way Manufacturing Company), C35315X8X12 (Dana Corp Weatherhead Div) and 14 more.

What NSN replaces 4730-00-494-6568?

There are 12 known substitutes for 4730-00-494-6568: 4720-00-106-5502, 1005-00-344-6241, 4730-00-885-7277 and 9 more. Verify interchangeability with system specifications before substitution.

What are the specifications of 2-8-12?

Key specifications for 2-8-12: Nominal Outside Diameter Tube Accommodated: 0.500 INCHES FIRST END IN; Maximum Operating Temp: 400.0 FAHRENHEIT SINGLE RESPONSE DEGF; Seat Angle: 37.0 DEGREES FIRST END; Surface Treatment: CADMIUM OVERALL. 18 total characteristics are documented in the Federal Logistics Information System.

Is NSN 4730-00-494-6568 still in active supply?

NSN 4730-00-494-6568 is currently cancelled. Check with the Defense Logistics Agency for current availability and authorized substitutes.

Validated with multiple authoritative sources, including Government, OEM, and Certified sources.
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