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AQ68-P-8X8 ✓ 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 TUBE is a the manufacturer industrial component. Key specifications include material: COPPER ALLOY OVERALL, connection_type: UNTHREADED INTERNAL TUBE FIRST END, connection_style: SOCKET (TUBE) FIRST END, operating_pressure: 1000.0 POUNDS PER SQUARE INCH (PSI) MAXIMUM SINGLE RESPONSE LBS, nominal_thread_size: 0.500 INCHES SECOND END IN, maximum_operating_temp: -10.0 FAHRENHEIT FIRST RESPONSE DEGF. This product is currently in active production with full OEM support.

This part is cataloged in the Federal Logistics Information System (FLIS) under NSN 4730-01-500-0167, 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
AQ68-P-8X8
NSN: 4730-01-500-0167
FSC: 4730
CAGE: 96358 — ALKON PRODUCTS CORP (USA)
SPECIFICATIONS
materialCOPPER ALLOY OVERALL
connection_typeUNTHREADED INTERNAL TUBE FIRST END
connection_styleSOCKET (TUBE) FIRST END
operating_pressure1000.0 POUNDS PER SQUARE INCH (PSI) MAXIMUM SINGLE RESPONSE LBS
nominal_thread_size0.500 INCHES SECOND END IN
maximum_operating_temp-10.0 FAHRENHEIT FIRST RESPONSE DEGF
nominal_overall_length1.100 INCHES IN
end_item_identification5P RAM FLAT COMPACTOR
media_for_which_designedAIR SINGLE RESPONSE
thread_quantity_per_inch27 SECOND END
thread_series_designatorNPTF SECOND END
nominal_width_across_flats0.875 INCHES FIRST END IN
NSN4730-01-500-0167
COMPONENT DIAGRAM
HOSE FITTING — THREAD TYPE IS CRITICAL END A: — STRAIGHT END B: — SPECIFICATIONS Thread: — Material: — Pressure: — PN: AQ68-P-8X8 · 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: 0.500 INCHES SECOND END IN
OPERATING PRESSURE: 1000.0 POUNDS PER SQUARE INCH (PSI) MAXIMUM SINGLE RESPONSE LBS
NOMINAL OUTSIDE DIAMETER TUBE ACCOMMODATED: 0.500 INCHES FIRST END IN
NOMINAL WIDTH ACROSS FLATS: 0.875 INCHES FIRST END IN
FURNISHED ITEMS AND QUANTITY: 1 PREFORMED PACKING
MATERIAL: COPPER ALLOY OVERALL
TECHNICAL CHARACTERISTICS (FLIS)
NOMINAL THREAD SIZE0.500 INCHES SECOND END IN
SPECIAL FEATURESMRC CQGM IS BURST PRESSURE OF TUBING, MAX WORKING PRESSURE VARIES WITH TUBING USED; 1ST END OF FITTING IS A QUICK CONNECT-DISCONNECT TYPE FITTING, TUBING IS PUSHED INTO THE FITTING TO CONNECT, TO DISCONNECT HOLD DOWN ON INSERT WITH TWO FINGERS AND PULL TUBING OUT; COMES WITH BUNA-N O-RING; SIMILAR TO NSN 4730-01-462-4077.
OPERATING PRESSURE1000.0 POUNDS PER SQUARE INCH (PSI) MAXIMUM SINGLE RESPONSE LBS
PART NAME ASSIGNED BY CONTROLLING AGENCYPUSH-IN TUBE FITTING; AQ68-P MALE CONNECTOR
NOMINAL OUTSIDE DIAMETER TUBE ACCOMMODATED0.500 INCHES FIRST END IN
NOMINAL WIDTH ACROSS FLATS0.875 INCHES FIRST END IN
FURNISHED ITEMS AND QUANTITY1 PREFORMED PACKING
MATERIALCOPPER ALLOY OVERALL
THREAD SERIES DESIGNATORNPTF SECOND END
NOMINAL OVERALL LENGTH1.100 INCHES IN
VERIFIED SUBSTITUTES & CROSS-REFERENCES 1
200-068Interchangeable
interchangeable cross-reference
interchangeable
LIFECYCLE
StatusACTIVE
AvailabilityOEM and secondary market
RoHS CompliantEAR99Not HAZMAT
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What is AQ68-P-8X8?
AQ68-P-8X8 is a ADAPTER,STRAIGHT,PIPE TO TUBE.
What parts can replace AQ68-P-8X8?
There is 1 known substitute for AQ68-P-8X8: 200-068. Substitute compatibility should be verified for your specific system.
What is the NSN for AQ68-P-8X8?
AQ68-P-8X8 is cataloged in the Federal Logistics Information System (FLIS) under NSN 4730-01-500-0167. This indicates validated use in U.S. government and defense supply chains.
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