{"product_id":"3-8-npt-to-5-16-inverted-flare-brass-fitting","title":"3\/8\" NPT to 5\/16\" Inverted Flare Brass Fitting","description":"\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"0\"\u003eThe \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"0\" data-index-in-node=\"4\"\u003e3\/8\" NPT Male to 5\/16\" Inverted Flare Female Brass Adapter Fitting (Tanks Inc. Part # BF56)\u003c\/b\u003e is a heavy-duty, precision-machined plumbing component engineered primarily for classic automotive fuel lines, transmission cooling networks, and low-pressure hydraulic systems. This straight adapter serves as a vital bridge, transitioning a standard tapered National Pipe Thread (NPT) port into a classic, high-reliability 5\/16\" inverted flare connection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"1\"\u003eMachined CA360 Brass Construction\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"2\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"2,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"2,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eSolid Brass Substrate:\u003c\/b\u003e Machined from premium-grade CA360 brass, providing excellent structural strength and natural corrosion resistance against ambient moisture, road salt, and harsh automotive fluids.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"2,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"2,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eFuel \u0026amp; Chemical Compatibility:\u003c\/b\u003e Fully compatible with a broad range of media, including standard pump gasoline, race fuels, E85, diesel, automatic transmission fluid (ATF), motor oil, LP gas, and natural gas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"2,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"2,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eExcellent Vibration Resistance:\u003c\/b\u003e The natural properties of high-quality brass help absorb harmonic chassis vibrations without fatiguing, making it an excellent choice for engine-mounted components like fuel pumps, filters, and mechanical pressure switches.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"3\"\u003eHigh-Reliability Dual-Seal Interface\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"4\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003e3\/8\" Male NPT Interface:\u003c\/b\u003e Tapered pipe thread end designed to seat tightly into larger aftermarket fuel pump bodies, high-flow fuel filters, intake manifolds, or custom fuel cell blocks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003e5\/16\" Female Inverted Flare (1\/2\"-20 UNF Threads):\u003c\/b\u003e Features an internal 45-degree inverted cone engineered to mate cleanly with a 5\/16\" steel or copper-nickel hardline carrying a standard 5\/16\" inverted flare nut. It achieves a secure metal-to-metal seal capable of handling up to \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"281\"\u003e1,000 PSI\u003c\/b\u003e maximum operating pressure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"5\"\u003eTechnical Specification Matrix\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable data-path-to-node=\"6\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMechanical Feature\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTechnical Specification\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"6,1,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"6,1,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eBrand \/ Supplier\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"6,1,1,0\"\u003eTanks Inc. \/ Affordable Street Rods\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"6,2,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"6,2,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003ePart Number\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"6,2,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"6,2,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eBF56\u003c\/b\u003e \u003ci data-path-to-node=\"6,2,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"5\"\u003e(Industry Cross-Reference: 12065 \/ 202-05-06)\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"6,3,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"6,3,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eMaterial Composition\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"6,3,1,0\"\u003eHeavy-Duty CA360 Brass\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"6,4,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"6,4,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eEnd Connection A\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"6,4,1,0\"\u003e3\/8\" Male NPT (3\/8-18 Thread)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"6,5,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"6,5,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eEnd Connection B\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"6,5,1,0\"\u003e5\/16\" Female Inverted Flare (1\/2-20 UNF Thread)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"6,6,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"6,6,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eMaximum Operating Pressure\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"6,6,1,0\"\u003eUp to 1,000 PSI\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"6,7,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"6,7,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eTemperature Envelope\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"6,7,1,0\"\u003e-65°F to +250°F (-53°C to +121°C)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"6,8,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"6,8,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eIntegrated Tool Interface\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"6,8,1,0\"\u003e3\/4\" Hex Body Flats\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cblockquote data-path-to-node=\"7\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"7,0\"\u003e🛠️ \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"7,0\" data-index-in-node=\"4\"\u003eInstallation Best Practice:\u003c\/b\u003e Always apply a dedicated, fuel-resistant Teflon thread paste or thread tape exclusively to the \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"7,0\" data-index-in-node=\"127\"\u003e3\/8\" Male NPT tapered threads\u003c\/b\u003e to ensure a leak-free seal. \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"7,0\" data-index-in-node=\"185\"\u003eNever\u003c\/b\u003e use thread sealant on the female inverted flare side—doing so will contaminate your fluid path and interfere with the critical metal-to-metal flare cone seat.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e","brand":"Tanks Inc.","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51921141203076,"sku":"TNK BF56","price":8.56,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0286\/1180\/5316\/files\/440280-131280_1_13f39a1b-59af-43f1-84c2-a090b3ab3bfd.jpg?v=1780611928","url":"https:\/\/hotrodhardware.com\/products\/3-8-npt-to-5-16-inverted-flare-brass-fitting","provider":"Hot Rod Hardware","version":"1.0","type":"link"}