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A38A02 ✓ Verified by PartsTable
· HOSE FITTING
WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW
PTFE tape on tapered threads (NPT/BSPT) JIC/AN flare connections seal metal-to-metal — no tape
NPT != BSPT — look identical, NOT interchangeable
PRODUCT OVERVIEW

The ADAPTER,STRAIGHT,PIPE TO BOSS is a the manufacturer industrial component. Key specifications include material: STEEL OVERALL, flow_angle: 45.0 DEGREES, leg_length: 0.766 INCHES NOMINAL FIRST END IN, seat_angle: 37.0 DEGREES FIRST END, thread_class: 3A FIRST END A, connection_type: THREADED EXTERNAL TUBE FIRST END. This part is cataloged in the Federal Logistics Information System (FLIS) under NSN 4730-00-231-3960, indicating validated use in U.S.

government and defense logistics supply chains. Available through authorized enterprise resellers and TPM (Third Party Maintenance) channels. Verify compatibility with your specific system configuration before ordering.

WHERE IT FITS
A38A02
NSN: 4730-00-231-3960
FSC: 4730
CAGE: 58588 — SURFACE COMBUSTION INC (USA)
SPECIFICATIONS
materialSTEEL OVERALL
flow_angle45.0 DEGREES
leg_length0.766 INCHES NOMINAL FIRST END IN
seat_angle37.0 DEGREES FIRST END
thread_class3A FIRST END A
connection_typeTHREADED EXTERNAL TUBE FIRST END
connection_stylePLAIN (PIPE) SECOND END
surface_treatmentCADMIUM OUTSIDE
nominal_thread_size0.438 INCHES FIRST END IN
thread_series_designatorUNF FIRST END
nominal_pipe_size_accommodated0.125 INCHES SECOND END IN
reduced_passage_nominal_inside_diameter0.890 INCHES SECOND END IN
NSN4730-00-231-3960
COMPONENT DIAGRAM
HOSE FITTING — THREAD TYPE IS CRITICAL END A: — STRAIGHT END B: — SPECIFICATIONS Thread: — Material: — Pressure: — PN: A38A02 · OEM ⚠ VERIFY BEFORE ORDERING NPT ≠ BSPT — tapered threads look identical but are NOT interchangeable. Wrong thread = leak. JIC (37°) ≠ AN (37°) ≠ SAE 45° — flare angles must match exactly. Measure thread pitch with gauge — visual identification is unreliable ✓ BROKER TIP Always use thread sealant (PTFE tape or pipe compound) on tapered threads (NPT/BSPT). JIC/AN flare fittings seal metal-to-metal — never use tape on flare connections PARTSTABLE TECHNICAL DRAWING — NOT TO SCALE
KEY FEATURES
NOMINAL THREAD SIZE: 0.438 INCHES FIRST END IN
CONNECTION STYLE: FLARED (TUBE) FIRST END
THREAD SERIES DESIGNATOR: UNIFIED NATIONAL JOINT FINE (UNJF) FIRST END
MATERIAL: STEEL COMP 1137 OR STEEL COMP 1141 OVERALL
MAXIMUM OPERATING TEMP: 225.0 FAHRENHEIT SINGLE RESPONSE DEGF
MATERIAL DOCUMENT AND CLASSIFICATION: 66,AISI/SAE C1137 OR C1141 FED STD SINGLE MATERIAL RESPONSE OVERALL
SEAT ANGLE: 37.0 DEGREES FIRST END
SPECIFICATION/STANDARD DATA: 96906-MS20823 GOVERNMENT STANDARD
TECHNICAL CHARACTERISTICS (FLIS)
NOMINAL THREAD SIZE0.438 INCHES FIRST END IN
CONNECTION STYLEFLARED (TUBE) FIRST END
THREAD SERIES DESIGNATORUNIFIED NATIONAL JOINT FINE (UNJF) FIRST END
MATERIALSTEEL COMP 1137 OR STEEL COMP 1141 OVERALL
MAXIMUM OPERATING TEMP225.0 FAHRENHEIT SINGLE RESPONSE DEGF
MATERIAL DOCUMENT AND CLASSIFICATION66,AISI/SAE C1137 OR C1141 FED STD SINGLE MATERIAL RESPONSE OVERALL
SEAT ANGLE37.0 DEGREES FIRST END
SPECIFICATION/STANDARD DATA96906-MS20823 GOVERNMENT STANDARD
FLOW ANGLE45.0 DEGREES
SURFACE TREATMENTCADMIUM AND CHROMATE OVERALL
VERIFIED SUBSTITUTES & CROSS-REFERENCES 30
MS20823-8JInterchangeable
interchangeable cross-reference
interchangeable
AS5196J0806Interchangeable
interchangeable cross-reference
interchangeable
AS5196J1212Interchangeable
interchangeable cross-reference
interchangeable
AN823-12JInterchangeable
interchangeable cross-reference
interchangeable
AS5196Interchangeable
interchangeable cross-reference
interchangeable
AS48421/1Interchangeable
interchangeable cross-reference
interchangeable
LIFECYCLE
StatusCANCELLED
Availability
RoHS CompliantEAR99Not HAZMAT
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What is A38A02?
A38A02 is a ADAPTER,STRAIGHT,PIPE TO BOSS.
What parts can replace A38A02?
There are 30 known substitutes for A38A02: MS20823-8J, AS5196J0806, AS5196J1212 and 27 more. Substitute compatibility should be verified for your specific system.
Is A38A02 still available?
A38A02 is currently cancelled.
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