This Dixon ME130 LP gas hose coupling adapts 3-1/4" female Acme thread to 2" National Pipe Taper (NPT) thread and is suitable for use in LP gas connections. The steel nipple provides strength and durability and the brass nut provides corrosion resistance, ductility at high temperatures, and low magnetic permeability. This fitting complies with applicable Compressed Gas Association (CGA), National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), Canadian Gas Association, and American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME) standards.
Hose fittings connect, control, change the direction of, and terminate the flow in piping and hose systems. They are made of brass, stainless steel, galvanized steel, and other materials that resist corrosion, pressure, and wear. Hose fittings have various types of connections, including threaded, barbed, push-to-connect, dry disconnect, and others including those based on internationally-accepted specifications. Hose fittings are used in systems such as air compressors, automatic manufacturing operations, aircraft controls, and tire installation in industries including agriculture, mining, road construction, firefighting, and aviation.
Dixon Valve & Coupling Company manufactures pipe and hose fittings and accessories. The company, founded in 1916, is headquartered in Chestertown, MD.