{"product":{"id":10017967538518,"title":"APEX DESIGN USA 3\/8\" Braided Hose to 1\/4\" NPT Male Fitting with Cover Nut - Air System Adapter","body_html":"\u003ch2\u003eAPEX 3\/8\" Braided Hose to 1\/4\" NPT Male Air Fitting\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe APEX DESIGN USA 3\/8\" braided hose to 1\/4\" NPT male fitting with cover nut is a hose-end air system adapter for customers building, repairing or refining an APEX braided air line. It connects APEX 3\/8\" braided hose to a female 1\/4\" NPT fitting, helping off-road, overland and workshop air setups stay serviceable without replacing larger components.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat This Air System Adapter Does\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eAir systems depend on matching hose ends and threaded ports. If the hose and port do not match, a compressor, tyre inflation setup or pneumatic accessory cannot be connected cleanly. This APEX DESIGN USA fitting is designed to thread together and clamp onto the end of APEX braided hose, creating a 1\/4\" NPT male connection for a female 1\/4\" NPT fitting.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdapts APEX 3\/8\" braided hose to a 1\/4\" NPT male connection.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMates with female 1\/4\" NPT fittings where the rest of the system is compatible.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncludes a cover nut as part of the hose-end assembly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUseful for servicing air lines or fittings while on the trail or on the go.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuited to onboard air, portable air and workshop air-line builds where the sizes match.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWho This APEX Air Fitting Is For\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eChoose this fitting if you are working with APEX braided hose and need a 1\/4\" NPT male hose-end connection. It is a small supporting component, not a complete compressor kit, tyre inflation system or vehicle-specific upgrade.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eCompatibility is based on hose size and thread size rather than vehicle model. Ford Raptor, 4x4 and overlanding owners should confirm the actual air-line dimensions and port type before ordering.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eBuilding the Rest of an APEX Air Line\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eIf you are assembling a broader tyre inflation or air-management setup, this fitting can be matched with other APEX components. For multi-tyre layouts, compare the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/apex-design-usa-3-8-free-flow-y\"\u003eAPEX DESIGN USA 3\/8\" Free Flow Y Fitting\u003c\/a\u003e. For an alternative air-line adapter, see the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/apex-design-usa-banjo-fitting-1-4-npt-crs-to-apex-3-8-braided-air-hose\"\u003eAPEX DESIGN USA Banjo Fitting\u003c\/a\u003e. If you need a quick-connect style 1\/4\" NPT connection, the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/apex-design-usa-compact-quick-coupler-to-1-4-npt\"\u003eAPEX DESIGN USA Compact Quick Coupler to 1\/4 NPT\u003c\/a\u003e is also worth checking.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eManufacturer\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAPEX DESIGN USA\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eProduct Type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBraided hose to NPT male air fitting\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSKU\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eX02-06-006\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eHose Compatibility\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAPEX 3\/8\" braided hose\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eThread Connection\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1\/4\" NPT male\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMating Connection\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFemale 1\/4\" NPT fitting\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eIncluded Item\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFitting with cover nut\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eApplication\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAir-line service and connection for compatible APEX braided hose systems\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003eBefore Ordering and Installation Checks\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eConfirm that your hose is APEX 3\/8\" braided hose and that the part you are connecting to uses a female 1\/4\" NPT fitting. Check the full air-system layout before assembly, especially if you are combining compressor outlets, gauges, valves, couplers or tyre inflation accessories.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe fitting is designed to thread together and clamp onto the hose end. After assembly, inspect the connection before pressurising the system. If your application requires a specific material, pressure rating or temperature rating, confirm suitability before use.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIs this a complete tyre inflation kit?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo. This is a hose-end fitting with a cover nut. It is used as one component within a compatible air system.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat hose does this fitting suit?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt is sized for APEX 3\/8\" braided hose. Other hose types should be checked carefully before use.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat thread does the fitting use?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe threaded end is 1\/4\" NPT male and is intended to connect to a female 1\/4\" NPT fitting.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIs it vehicle specific?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo exact vehicle fitment is confirmed. Choose it by hose size, thread type and your air-system layout.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCan it be carried as a trail spare?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes, it is useful for servicing compatible air lines or fittings while on the trail or on the go.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eAre material and pressure ratings listed?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo verified material, pressure rating or temperature rating is available for this item. Confirm suitability if those details are critical to your build.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePayment Terms\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor UK customers, the price shown includes VAT, customs charges and supplier shipping costs, so you can order with confidence and avoid unexpected customs bills after purchase. If any customs-related questions or issues arise, Hoonies Adrenaline will handle them for you.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor orders outside the UK, please contact us through the contact form before purchasing so we can prepare a personalised quote.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eShipping and Lead Times\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe aim to keep strong stock availability across the products we sell, but imported, specialist and custom-order items may have a lead time. If you need an estimated delivery window before ordering, please contact us and we will be happy to check this for you.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you place an order for an item that is currently out of stock or already on order with a supplier, Hoonies Adrenaline will contact you as soon as possible with an update.\u003c\/p\u003e","vendor":"APEX DESIGN USA","product_type":"Performance","created_at":"2025-12-04T15:54:14+00:00","handle":"apex-design-usa-3-8-braided-hose-to-1-4-npt-male-w-cover-nut","updated_at":"2026-09-08T19:03:37+01:00","published_at":"2025-12-04T15:55:09+00:00","template_suffix":"","published_scope":"global","tags":"Air, Air Compressor, APEX DESIGN USA, brand:apex-design-usa, cat:air-systems, Compressor, dept:vehicle-accessories, Ford Raptor, Overlanding, Performance, type:inflation-deflation, universal-fit, valve","variants":[{"id":52022029091158,"product_id":10017967538518,"title":"Default Title","price":"13.70","sku":"X02-06-006","position":1,"compare_at_price":"","fulfillment_service":"manual","inventory_management":"shopify","option1":"Default Title","option2":null,"option3":null,"created_at":"2025-12-04T15:54:14+00:00","updated_at":"2026-09-08T19:03:37+01:00","taxable":true,"barcode":null,"grams":0,"image_id":null,"weight":0.0,"weight_unit":"kg","requires_shipping":true,"quantity_rule":{"min":1,"max":null,"increment":1},"price_currency":"GBP","compare_at_price_currency":"","quantity_price_breaks":[]}],"options":[{"id":12904225210710,"product_id":10017967538518,"name":"Title","position":1,"values":["Default Title"]}],"images":[{"id":69795132047702,"product_id":10017967538518,"position":1,"created_at":"2025-12-04T15:54:43+00:00","updated_at":"2025-12-04T15:54:47+00:00","alt":"APEX Design USA 3\/8 braided hose to quarter inch NPT male fitting with cover nut","width":1080,"height":1080,"src":"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0952\/1849\/9926\/files\/nut1.png?v=1764863687","variant_ids":[]}],"image":{"id":69795132047702,"product_id":10017967538518,"position":1,"created_at":"2025-12-04T15:54:43+00:00","updated_at":"2025-12-04T15:54:47+00:00","alt":"APEX Design USA 3\/8 braided hose to quarter inch NPT male fitting with cover nut","width":1080,"height":1080,"src":"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0952\/1849\/9926\/files\/nut1.png?v=1764863687","variant_ids":[]}}}