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SMC Fitting: 3/8 in OD x 1/4 in Pipe Size, Compression x NPT - PFA Compression Tube Fittings
SMCPFA Compression Tube Fittings

SMC Fitting: 3/8 in OD x 1/4 in Pipe Size, Compression x NPT

The SMC LQ1 Series PFA Compression Tube Fitting (MPN LQ1L3A-MN) is a compression x NPT adapter for 3/8 in OD tube to 1/4 in pipe size. This RoHS_6 and RoHS_10 compliant fitting is part of SMC's LQ1 line of PFA…

SKU 3G-OTH-474340

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Fitting: 3/8 in OD x 1/4 in Pipe Size, Compression x NPT
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PFA Compression Tube Fittings
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Manufacturer Part Number
LQ1L3A-MN
Series
LQ1
Type
Compression x NPT, PFA
Standards
RoHS_6, RoHS_10
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Product Description

The SMC LQ1 Series PFA Compression Tube Fitting (MPN LQ1L3A-MN) is a compression x NPT adapter for 3/8 in OD tube to 1/4 in pipe size. This RoHS_6 and RoHS_10 compliant fitting is part of SMC's LQ1 line of PFA compression fittings.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the SMC LQ1L3A-MN PFA compression tube fitting used for?

The SMC LQ1L3A-MN is a PFA compression x NPT adapter used to connect 3/8 in OD tubing to a 1/4 in NPT threaded port. It is commonly applied in semiconductor, chemical processing, and high-purity fluid systems where corrosion resistance and cleanliness are critical.

What are the specifications of the SMC LQ1L3A-MN fitting?

The SMC LQ1L3A-MN is a compression x NPT adapter from the LQ1 series. It connects 3/8 in OD tube to 1/4 in pipe size, is made of PFA, and complies with RoHS_6 and RoHS_10 standards. The manufacturer part number is LQ1L3A-MN.

Where to buy the SMC LQ1L3A-MN fitting worldwide?

3G Electric supplies the SMC LQ1L3A-MN PFA compression fitting to customers worldwide. As a global industrial solutions provider, we handle full logistics, customs clearance, and delivery to your location. Contact us for pricing and lead time on this SMC fitting.

How to install the SMC LQ1L3A-MN compression x NPT fitting?

To install the SMC LQ1L3A-MN, first ensure the tube end is cut square and deburred. Insert the tube fully into the compression nut and ferrule, then tighten the nut by hand. Use a wrench to tighten an additional 1/4 to 1/2 turn. Do not overtighten to avoid damaging the PFA.

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Common applications for SMC
Automotive assembly — SMC ZP3 flat vacuum pads for handling small components in pick-and-place robots
Semiconductor manufacturing — SMC ZM series vacuum generators with needle valves for precise wafer handling
Food packaging — SMC AW-D series filter regulators for clean compressed air in pneumatic actuators
General industrial automation — SMC AS2211F speed control valves for regulating cylinder speeds in conveyor systems
Vacuum conveying — SMC ZH series box-type vacuum generators for material transport in packaging lines
Machine tool coolant systems — SMC ZF series in-line filters to protect vacuum ejectors from debris

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3G Electric supplies SMC pfa compression tube fittings. We supply genuine products with in-stock availability on common SKUs, technical documentation, commissioning support, and warranty service — worldwide.

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