This Dixon Holedall TMR Series stem hose fitting is made of investment cast Type 316 stainless steel and connects hose to a female NPT connection. It has a barbed end to create a tight seal on a hose when used with a Holedall ferrule (not included), and male National Pipe Taper (NPT) threads on the other end to connect to female NPT threaded connections. Dixon Holedall stems and ferrules are specifically designed to be used together as a coupling system. Due to differences in dimensions and tolerances, for safety reasons, do not use other manufacturer's stems or ferrules with Dixon Holedall products. This Holedall long external swage stem is made of Type 316 stainless steel for hardness and strength, and it is investment cast for accuracy, repeatability, versatility, and integrity in the casting process.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.
