Stainless Steel Quick Connect Plug 1/4 in NPT

This is the plug half of a quick connect set, with a 1/4 inch NPT male thread and a stainless steel body. It is rated for 5000 psi, so it is built for high pressure airless spray lines. Quick connect plugs and sockets let you join hose runs and swap guns quickly, and the stainless body stays rust free through regular wash down.

Key Features

• Rated for 5000 psi working pressure
• Stainless steel body resists corrosion
• 1/4 inch NPT male thread
• Quick connect plug for fast hose changes
• Suits high pressure airless spray systems

Specifications

• Type: quick connect plug
• Thread: 1/4 inch NPT male
• Pressure rating: 5000 psi
• Material: stainless steel
• Part number: QRM14M

Applications

• Ending a hose run for connection to a pump or gun
• Joining airless hose sections with a matching socket
• Replacing corroded mild steel fittings on spray lines
• Wet and wash down environments

What You Need To Complete The Job

Match the plug with a quick connect socket and a length of airless hose to build your spray line. The full range of fittings is in the Paint Machine and Accessories category.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a quick connect plug?

A quick connect set has a plug on one end and a socket on the other. They push together for a sealed connection and release with a pull of the collar, so you can swap hose lengths and guns without undoing threads each time.

Is 5000 psi enough for my sprayer?

Yes. Most electric airless sprayers run at or below 3300 psi, and even the highest pressure diaphragm units sit under 5000 psi. A fitting rated at 5000 psi has good margin for normal airless work.

Will the stainless fitting seal well?

NPT is a taper thread, so it seals as the thread tightens, and stainless steel gives a clean, corrosion free mating surface. Use thread sealant approved for solvents and paints on the joint to be sure of a leak free connection.

What does the 5000 psi rating mean?

The fitting is rated to hold 5000 psi working pressure, which is well above the output of most electric and pneumatic airless sprayers. The rating gives you margin, so the connection is not the weak point in the spray line.

Does the plug come with a socket?

No. This is the plug half of the quick connect set. It pairs with a matching socket, such as the 3/8 inch NPT socket in the same range, to make a complete connection.

How do I know the plug is sealed?

The NPT thread is a taper, so it seals as it tightens into the socket. Use a thread sealant approved for paint solvents on the joint, then pressure test the line with cleaning fluid before you spray paint.