Are you trying to find barbed tube fittings among various brands on the market but aren’t sure where to begin? To assist you in finding the right one, we’ve put together a list of the 7 best to help you pick the perfect one!
We investigated and evaluated a number of the top-selling barbed tube fittings on the market in order to create our list of the best. Making a decision among the many options available is never simple. There are an infinite number of models available, each with a distinct price. And as you’ll find out, the best options aren’t usually the ones you imagine! This comparison is rich and relevant because of the numerous factors that were employed. You will find products featured in this ranking not only based on their pricing but also on their features and other customers reviews. To write this review, we completed 21 hours of research and did 16 barbed tube fittings tests. You won’t need to pick products at random any more. If you’re unsure of what to look for, browse our list and consult the buying guide!
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The best barbed tube fittings you can buy today
- Stem fitting for connecting pipes or tubes in a straight line
- Stem fitting inserts into tubing to connect pipes or tubes with different ends
- Made of acetal copolymer plastic for low moisture absorption and high tensile and flexural strength
- Working pressure of up to 150 psi
- Meets NSF/ANSI standards 14, 51, and 61 for quality assurance
- For use in connecting NPT pipe to schedule 40 PE flexible tubing in a straight run
- Barbed fitting creates a tight seal on flexible tubing when used with a hose clamp (sold separately)
- Maximum working temperature of 140 degrees F
- PVC for strength and resistance to reactions with acids, gasoline, alcohol, and hydrocarbons
- Meets ASTM D2609 standards for plastic insert fittings and NSF 61 certified for use with potable water
- 【ALL SIZES INCLUDED】Included 10 sizes of outer diameter and Total 30pcs plastic Hose Barb Fittings, Hose Barb Fittings kit, Hose Barb Fittings assortment: 3Pcs 5/32"x5/32", 3Pcs 7/32"x7/32", 3Pcs 3/16"x3/16", 3Pcs 5/16"x5/16", 3Pcs 7/16"x7/16", 3Pcs 3/8"x3/8", 3Pcs 5/8"x5/8", 3Pcs 1/4"x1/4", 3Pcs1/2"x1/2", 3Pcs 3/4"x3/4". Almost all sizes are included to accommodate different pipe diameters.
- 【Material】 The 3/4"x3/4" barbed hose fittings are made of milky white PE (polyethylene) plastic, and other Hose Barb Fittings assortment are made of PP polypropylene plastic, they are durable, strong, water resistant, chemical-resistant materials to assure long life.
- 【Working Temperature & Pressure】 1. Translucent PP (polypropylene) temperature range: -22 °F to 284 °F. It is resistant to corrosion by acid, alkali, salt solution and various organic solvents below 176 °F, and can be decomposed under high temperature and oxidation. The melting point is 329 °F, and it softens at about 311 °F. 2. Milky white PE (polyethylene) temperature range: -76 °F to 197.6 °F. Melting point is 233.6°F.
- 【Easy Installation】 The Hose Barb Fittings kit is easy to install without glue, or other tools required. Barbed ends grab the tubing tightly that won't leak; If necessary, you can use a heat gun or blower to soften the end of the tube before inserting it, after cooling, the tube will remain tight.
- 【Wide Application】 Pipe connectors Suitable for applications in pharmaceutical, food and beverage, laboratory, chemical processing and others, Aquarium Adapters Gas Liquid Air.
- 【Beautiful packaging】 Straight 2way equal diameter hose connector, 10 sizes, a total of 30pcs of Hose Barb Fittings assortments, a great value package, packed in a pp box, easy for you to access and storage
- 【ALL SIZES INCLUDED】Included 10 kinds of Unequal diameter total 66pcs plastic Hose Barb Fittings, Hose Barb Fittings kit, Hose Barb Fittings assortment: 7Pcs 1/2"x1/4", 7Pcs 1/2"x3/8", 7Pcs 1/2"x5/8",7Pcs 1/4"x3/8", 7Pcs 1/4"x3/16", 7Pcs 1/4"x5/32", 7Pcs 3/8"x3/16", 7Pcs 1/8"x1/4", 5Pcs 3/4"x5/8", 5Pcs 25/32"x1". Almost all sizes are included to accommodate different pipe diameters.
- 【Material】 The 3/4"x3/4" barbed hose fittings are made of milky white PE (polyethylene) plastic, and other Hose Barb Fittings assortment are made of PP polypropylene plastic, they are durable, strong, water resistant, chemical-resistant materials to assure long life.
- 【Working Temperature & Pressure】 1. Translucent PP (polypropylene) temperature range: -22 °F to 284 °F. It is resistant to corrosion by acid, alkali, salt solution and various organic solvents below 176 °F, and can be decomposed under high temperature and oxidation. The melting point is 329 °F, and it softens at about 311 °F. 2. Milky white PE (polyethylene) temperature range: -76 °F to 197.6 °F. Melting point is 233.6°F.
- 【Easy Installation】 The Hose Barb Fittings kit is easy to install without glue, or other tools required. Barbed ends grab the tubing tightly that won't leak; If necessary, you can use a heat gun or blower to soften the end of the tube before inserting it, after cooling, the tube will remain tight.
- 【Wide Application】 Pipe connectors Suitable for applications in pharmaceutical, food and beverage, laboratory, chemical processing and others, Aquarium Adapters Gas Liquid Air.
- 【Beautiful packaging】 Straight 2way equal diameter hose connector, 12 sizes, a total of 80pcs of Hose Barb Fittings assortments, a great value package, packed in a pp box, easy for you to access and storage
- Package include: 2 pcs fittings.
- This Fitting is 1/4" barb to 3/8" NPT male, suitable for hose tubing with 1/4" ID.
- Material: Made of 304 stainless steel, strength and resistance to corrosion.
- Maximum working pressure of 2800 psi, Temperatures range from -868 to 1472 ℉/-500 to 800 °C
- Barbed retracting locks for easy slide-back connecting and disconnecting.
- ★ 100% new and high quality material.
- ★ Can be connected with 1/8" Hose ID.
- ★ Can be easily connected with tubing hose line.
- ★ Smooth surface and inner wall, durable Light and Small. Exquisite craftsman makes it safe and reliable.
- ★ Wide range of use: Suitable for applications in pharmaceutical,fooand beverage,laboratory,chemical processing and handing,and printing and labeling.
- Connections: 3/16” to 3/16”. Our hose barb fitting is long enough,which make sure it can insert hose but not easy to be apart. Our barb union will provide good seal when you use it to connect hose.
- Application of our barb splicer is very wide, such as Temperature control circuits, pneumatic circuits, vacuum and fluid systems test apparatus, lubricant, coolant lines.(Air/Water/Fuel/Boat/Gas) .
- Connects to a hose on both ends. Union coupling for connecting two hoses with the same diameter in a straight run.
- Brass barb union for corrosion resistance, ductility at high temperatures, and low magnetic permeability.
- The barbed stems create better tight seal on flexible and semi-rigid hose when used with a hose clamp or crimp sleeve or ferrule (not include).
- 【VALUE PACK】:This pack includes 20Pcs Barb Splicer:3/16",1/4" ,5/16" ,3/8" ,1/2" ;10Pcs Barb Tee: 1/8" ,3/16" ,1/4" ,3/8" ,1/2" ;26Pcs Male Coupler:3/16"Tube x 1/8"NPT,1/4"Tube x 1/8"NPT,1/4"Tube x 1/4"NPT,5/16"Tube x 1/4"NPT,5/16"Tube x 3/8"NPT,3/8"Tube x 1/4"NPT,3/8"Tube x 3/8"NPT,1/2"Tube x 3/8"NPT),1/2"Tube x 1/2"NPT;14Pcs Male Elbow:1/4"Tube x 1/8"NPT,1/4"Tube x 1/4"NPT,5/16"Tube x 1/4"NPT,5/16"Tube x 3/8"NPT,3/8"Tube x 1/4"NPT,3/8"Tube x 3/8"NPT,1/2"Tube x 3/8"NPT;36Pcs Pipe Clamps.
- 【SOLID BRASS】:Barb fitting is made of brass. It is not easy to rust and corrode. Has a long service life. NOTE: Brass barb hose fitting is not suitable for potable water.
- 【TIGHT CONNECTION】:Hose barb fitting is smooth overall without burrs. Size meets the standard. The strong barb and pipe clamps make the barbed hose splicer not easy to leak during the connection process.
- 【EASY TO INSTALL】:The set contains various types of barb fittings. Easy to Install and hold the hose together tightly, with no leaking. This barb-fitting assortment comes with a sturdy box for better storage.
- 【WIDE APPLICATION】:This brass crimp fitting is an essential component to prevent leakage of oil, gas, fluid, and fuel. Great for industrial use, automotive, aquarium, marine, and much more.
- Plastic Tee hose barb can be easily connected with 1/4" ID tubing hose line.
- Made of polyethylene(PE) high quality plastic material, firm and durable, which can withstand -9 °F to 175 °F temperature, but it's not resistant to oil.
- Wide range of use: Suitable for applications in garden, pharmaceutical, fooand beverage, laboratory, aquarium and others.
- Smooth surface and inner wall, durable Light and Small. Exquisite craftsman makes it safe and reliable.
- Plastic barbed fittings can be used with PVC, PU, Rubber hose or tubing.
- 【136 PCS PACKAGE】-Air Hose Repair Kit Hose Barb Fittings Assortment Kit includes: 22Pcs Barb Splicer:3/16",1/4" ,5/16" ,3/8" ,1/2" ;10Pcs Barb Tee: 1/8" ,3/16" ,1/4" ,3/8" ,1/2" ;22Pcs Female Adapter:1/8"Tube x 1/8"NPT ; 22Pcs Male Coupler:3/16"Tube x 1/8"NPT,1/4"Tube x 1/8"NPT,1/4"Tube x 1/4"NPT,5/16"Tube x 1/4"NPT,3/8"Tube x 1/4"NPT,5/16"Tube x 3/8"NPT,3/8"Tube x 3/8"NPT,1/2"Tube x 3/8"NPT);8Pcs 90°Barb Male Elbow:1/4"Tube x 1/8"NPT,5/16"Tube x 1/8"NPT,1/4"Tube x 1/4"NPT,5/16"Tube x 1/4"NPT,3/8"Tube x 1/4"NPT;70Pcs Pipe Clamps.
- 【SOLID BRASS QUALITY MATERIAL】- hose connector barb fittings are made of high-quality CA360 brass, with corrosion resistance, high-temperature ductility, low permeability and hose clamps are constructed from resilient stainless steel,long service life.
- 【NO LEAKING & EASY TO INSTALL】- The air hose repair kit are smooth overall without burrs and accurate NPT threading, pipe clamps make the barbed hose splicer, hold the hose together tightly not easy to leak during the connection process.
- 【MAX WORKING INTENSITY】- The air hose fittings kit can be operated in pressures from vacuum to 250psi .Temperature range from -60°F to +250°F (-51°C to +121°C). Max Working Pressure: 1200psi.(Note: see the tubing manufacturer's recommendations for pressure and temperature mutations.)
- 【VERSATILE APPLICATION】- Brass Barb head is an essential component for connecting hoses, Male NPT end used to connect NPT pipes to prevent leakage of oil, gas, fluid, and fuel. air hose adapter fittings kit great for transportation of natural gas, oil, air, fuel ,industrial use, automotive,fuel line, aquarium,coolant lines, marine,flfluid systems test apparatusto meet your various needs. (NOTE: Brass barb hose fitting is not suitable for potable water.)
- 【Material】 Plastic barb connector, made of high-quality food grade PP（Polypropylene） material
- 【Size】Hose barb fitting equal barbed Y shaped 3 Way, can be connected with 1/4" Hose ID
- 【Applicability】 It can withstand 125 psi (70°F) pressure and temperatures from -9°F to 175°F, but it is not resistant to oil
- 【Product】 Smooth surface and inner wall, lightweight and durable
- 【Use】Suitable for applications in pharmaceutical, food and beverage, laboratory, chemical processing and handing, and printing and labeling.
- ✔【High Quality】: Made of high-impact, high-strength plastic material, Durable, strong, water resistant, operating pressure up to 45 PSI.
- ✔【Fits 1/4 inch irrigation hose】: 1/2 inch to 1/4 Drip Irrigation Reducing Tee Connector, 1/2" tube whose outside diameter (OD) is 0.59 in (16mm), internal diameter (ID) is 0.50 in(13mm). These barbed tee fittings connect any brand 1/4" drip irrigation tubing in a straight line.
- ✔【Easy to Install】: This drip irrigation elbow connectors fits for 1/4 inch irrigation tubing is easy to be installed without glue, tools, or clamps. Push the tubing firmly over the tee fitting.Tips:Put the tubing end into 75°~80° hot water for 30 seconds before pushing them.
- ✔【Wide Application】:Our anti-drop locked barbed tee for 1/4 inch irrigation tubing helps to build a maintenance-free irrigation system, it is ideal to be applied for garden, greenhouse, farm, lawn, flower bed, patio and other agricultural watering system.
- ✔【 Package Included】: 10 pieces of irrigation barbed tee.
- ★ 100% new and high quality material.
- ★ Can be connected with 1/4" Hose ID
- ★ Can be easily connected with tubing hose line.
- ★ Smooth surface and inner wall, durable Light and Small. Exquisite craftsman makes it safe and reliable.
- ★ Wide range of use: Suitable for applications in pharmaceutical,fooand beverage,laboratory,chemical processing and handing,and printing and labeling.
- 【Package Included】 8 pieces Plastic barb connector in total, including 2pcs 3/16" x 3/16", 2pcs 1/2" x 1/2", 2pcs 5/8" x 5/8", 1pcs 1/4" x 1/4", 1pcs 3/8" x 3/8"
- 【Material】 Barbed hose fittings made of 100% PP polypropylene plastic that is durable, strong, water resistant, chemical-resistant materials to assure long life
- 【Working Temperature & Pressure】 The plastic hose fittings temperature range from -9 °F to 175 °F, but hose splicer is not resistant to oil
- 【Easy Installation】 Barb hose easy to install without glue, or other tools required. Barbed ends grab 5/8" tubing tightly that won't leak; If necessary, you can use a heat gun or blower to soften the end of the tube before inserting it, after cooling, the tube will remain tight
- 【Wide Application】 Pipe connectors Suitable for applications in pharmaceutical, food and beverage, laboratory, chemical processing and others
- 【All Sizes Included】8 kinds and 40Pcs plastic reducingl hose barb fittings assortment, including 5pcs 1/2"x1/4", 5pcs 1/2"x3/8", 5pcs 1/2"x5/8", 5pcs 1/4"x3/8", 5pcs 1/4"x3/16", 5pcs 1/4"x5/32", 5pcs 3/8"x3/16", 5pcs 1/8"x1/4" . Almost all sizes are included to meet different pipe diameters.
- 【Well-Made】100% new and high quality material, all hose barb adapters connectors are made of PP polypropylene plastic, which is durable, strong, water resistant to assure long life.
- 【Working Temperature & Pressure】 1. Translucent polypropylene temperature range: -22 °F to 284 °F. It is resistant to corrosion by acid, alkali, salt solution and various organic solvents below 176 °F, The melting point is 329 °F, and it softens at about 311 °F. 2. Milky white PE (polyethylene) temperature range: -76 °F to 197.6 °F. Melting point is 233.6°F.
- 【Easy to Install】 Barbed shape supports plug-in installation without glue, or other tools. If necessary, you can use a heat gun or blower to soften the end of the tube before inserting it, after cooling, the tube will remain tight.
- 【Wide Application】 The reducing hose barb fittings connectors are suitable for wide applications in food and beverage, laboratory, Aquarium Adapters Air Gas Water Liquid Line Catheter Tube Pump Adapters.
- 【Beautiful packaging】 Thru 2way reducing diameter hose connector, 8 sizes, a total of 40pcs of Hose Barb Fittings assortments, a great value package, packed in a pp box, easy for you to access and storage
- Made of PP Polypropylene plastic,100% new and good quality material
- Plastic Y Tee hose Can be easily connected with tubing hose line, and connected with 1/8", 5/32", 3/16", 1/4", 5/16", 3/8", 7/16", 1/2", 9/16" Hose ID
- Smooth surface and inner wall, durable Light and Small. Exquisite craftsman makes it safe and reliable.
- TIPS:The plastic Y tee hose can hold -9 °F to 175 °F temperature, but it's not resistant to oil.
- Wide range of use: Suitable for applications in pharmaceutical, food and beverage,laboratory and others.
- Made of high-quality Polypropylene material, crack and longer lasting service.
- Can be easily connected with tubing hose line.
- Smooth surface and inner wall, durable Light and Small. Exquisite craftsman makes it safe and reliable.
- Wide range of use: Suitable for applications in pharmaceutical,fooand beverage,laboratory,chemical processing and handing,and printing and labeling.
- Plastic barb connector barbed fitting for a tight seal on hoses.
- ❀Product Includes: Comes with 10pcs in a bag. Suitable for most brands 1/2" size tubing and 1/4" drip line (.51 ID to .15 ID)
- ❀Operating Pressure: up to 45 PSI, 8pcs per bag. One 1/2" Tube can be divided into four 1/4" Tubes. For use with Drip Distribution Tubing, Drip Bubbler Tubing and emitter line.
- ❀Anti-drop Design: Secure and easy installation. Press the barb tee into tubing. Lock the tube with srew caps.
- ❀High Quality: High quality hard plastic fitting, recyle material. Our barbed tee is made of high-quality plastic, We increased the wall thickness.
- ❀Application : Ideal for use with raised garden beds, residential, farm, lawn，greenhouse gardening and agricultural watering applications.
- 【Package Included】 50 pieces Plastic barb connectors in total, including 5pcs 5/32"x5/32", 5pcs 3/16"x3/16", 5pcs 7/32"x7/32", 5pcs 1/4"x1/4", 5pcs 5/16"x5/16", 5pcs 3/8"x3/8", 5pcs 7/16"x7/16", 5pcs 1/2"x1/2", 5pcs 5/8"x5/8", 5pcs 3/4"x3/4".Almost all sizes are included to meet different diameter pipes.
- 【Material】The 3/4"x3/4" barbed hose fittings are made of milky white PE (polyethylene) plastic, and the others are made of PP polypropylene plastic, they are durable, strong, water resistant, chemical-resistant materials to assure long life.
- 【Working Temperature & Pressure】 1. Translucent PP (polypropylene) temperature range: -22 °F to 284 °F. It is resistant to corrosion by acid, alkali, salt solution and various organic solvents below 176 °F, and can be decomposed under high temperature and oxidation. The melting point is 329 °F, and it softens at about 311 °F. 2. Milky white PE (polyethylene) temperature range: -76 °F to 197.6 °F. Melting point is 233.6°F.
- 【Easy Installation】 Barb hose is easy to install without glue, or other tools required. Barbed ends grab the tubing tightly that won't leak; If necessary, you can use a heat gun or blower to soften the end of the tube before inserting it, after cooling, the tube will remain tight.
- 【Wide Application】 Pipe connectors Suitable for applications in pharmaceutical, food and beverage, laboratory, chemical processing and others.
- Package Content: You will receive 10 sets of thru-bulk bulkhead plastic hose barb fittings, each set includes a thru-bulk barbed bulkhead fitting, a hexagon threaded nut and a gasket. Please check if the products can fit your hose inner diameter before buying.
- Premium Material: Our thru-bulk bulkhead fittings are made of good-premium PP material, sturdy and long-lasting, ensuring long-time service.
- Product Feature: With smooth surface and inner wall; light in weight and small in volume. Excellent craftsmanship makes them more long-lasting. They can well withstand the pressure of 125 PSI and the temperature from -9°F / -22.8°C to 176°F / 80°C. but please note that they are not oil-proof.
- How to Use: Firstly, reserve hole to ensure that the hose fitting can pass through the panel from one side of panel; then, tighten the hexagon threaded nut from another side of panel; next, install gasket to prevent leakage; lastly, connect hoses (not included).
- Versatile: The thru-bulk bulkhead plastic hose barb fittings can be widely applied for home aquarium, fish tank, garden, laboratory, food and beverage factory, etc.
How to choose a good barbed tube fittings
Does the idea of finding a fantastic barbed tube fittings make you anxious? When it comes to purchasing this product, specifically when deciding which model to select, has your head been spinning between options? You are not alone if that is the case. We are aware of the pressure involved in the purchasing process!
Your presence here indicates that you are interested in barbed tube fittings. Before choosing which product would be the best for your needs after being inundated with information, locate a reliable source with genuine selections. You can get that information from a variety of sources, including buying guides and rating websites, word-of-mouth recommendations from friends and family, online discussion forums where users can share their own experiences, product reviews that can be found all over the internet, and YouTube channels. You can only get the right product through exhaustive analysis. But you realize that’s not always simple. In order to ease your concerns, we have taken the time to develop a list of the top barbed tube fittings products available right now. You might be wondering how we came up with the list. How was this buying guide developed?
First, we used our algorithms to gather as much reliable data as we could about these products. To verify all the data gathered, we used both artificial intelligence and a lot of algorithms.
Then, our experts used criteria that are recognized in the business to evaluate them according to their quality to price ratio, allowing us to choose the top barbed tube fittings on the market right now!
The selection of the goods is not arbitrary. Before creating a list, we take into account a number of factors. Below are some of the criteria discussed:
Brand Value: What happens if you choose a dubious brand just because it appears to be a good deal? So the likelihood of receiving a product with a short shelf life increases. That is due to the fact that well-known brands have a reputation to uphold, while others do not. Top barbed tube fittings brands strive to provide some distinctive traits that set them apart from the competition. So, hopefully one or more of the items on our list will be perfect for you.
Features: Useful features are all you need, not tons of them. We consider the important aspects and select the top barbed tube fittings based on those.
Specifications: Numbers always help you measure the quality of a product in a quantitative way. We try to find products with higher specifications, but with the right balance.
Quality: A product’s quality may always be quantified with the aid of numbers. We look for goods with better standards that strike the proper balance. The best quality product that gets highly appreciated and recommended by experienced users.
Customer ratings: Would it be accurate to suggest that the barbed tube fittings were used by hundreds of customers before you? Superior ratings indicate that many customers had better service.
Customer Reviews: Like ratings, provide you with accurate and reliable information about the product from genuine customers. Customer ratings are very important to all of us because they contain accurate and reliable information about the customer service we received from several hundred customers.
Seller Rank: This is very intriguing! Not only do you need a good barbed tube fittings, you also need a product with rising sales that is trendy. It accomplishes two goals. First, the expanding user base proves the quality of the product. Second, given that number, producers must be able to offer greater quality and after-sales support.
Value: You get what you pay for, they say, so consider the value. Cheap isn’t always good and expensive isn’t always bad. However, that does not imply that spending a lot of money on a product that is flashy but underwhelming is a good idea. Before adding them to the list, we make an effort to evaluate how much value you can get for your money from your barbed tube fittings.
Durability: Durability and reliability are closely related concepts. You will benefit from a strong and long-lasting barbed tube fittings for months and years to come.
Product availability: Products come and go, and new ones replace the old ones. Most likely, a few new features and required changes were made. What use is it to use a supposedly good product if the maker no longer supports it? We make an effort to highlight products that are current and offered by one or more trustworthy sellers, if not more.
Negative Reviews: Yes, we do take that into account as well! The goods with the majority of bad reviews are filtered out and disregarded when we choose the best-rated one on the market.
These are the standards by which we selected our barbed tube fittings. Do we end our process there? Hell no. The most crucial fact about us that you should be aware of is that we regularly update our website with current and pertinent information. We have one more layer of filtration since we place the greatest importance on reader satisfaction. Please let us know if any product included here is incorrect, irrelevant, subpar, or simply out of date. We always value your opinions, and we’ll work hard to make any necessary corrections to our list in response to them.
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