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QD-INDMC4-4F - 1/4 Inch Industrial Air Coupler Female NPT Manual Disconnect

Packaging: 1 of each
$10.62/ea

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OVERVIEW

Technical Overview of the QD-INDMC4-4F Pneumatic Coupler

The QD-INDMC4-4F is a standard industrial-grade pneumatic air coupler designed for general purpose compressed air applications. It features a 1/4-inch body size conforming to the Industrial Interchange standard (often referred to as Type M or MIL-C-4109). This profile is the most common in the industry, ensuring compatibility with a vast array of existing air plugs and tools found in manufacturing facilities, automotive shops, and maintenance departments.

The unit is equipped with 1/4-inch Female National Pipe Threads (FNPT), allowing for direct installation onto male-threaded air hoses, hard piping, or tool inlets. The coupler utilizes a manual sleeve mechanism; to connect, the user must pull back the sleeve, insert the plug, and release the sleeve to lock the ball bearings into the plug's groove. This manual operation provides a positive lock and prevents accidental disconnection. Constructed typically from zinc-plated steel, the coupler offers resistance to mechanical stress and corrosion, making it suitable for environments with standard humidity and wear factors. It is rated for standard shop air pressures, typically up to 300 PSI, and includes a Buna-N seal for leak-free performance.

Key Specifications:

  • Interchange: 1/4" Industrial (Type M)
  • Thread: 1/4" FNPT
  • Locking Mechanism: Manual Sleeve, Ball Lock
  • Material: Steel (Zinc Plated)
Additional Information
Item:Accessory
Diameter:1/4 in
Packaging Description:1 per each
Connection Type:Industrial Interchange, Type M
Thread Size:1/4" FNPT
Operation:Manual
Body Size:1/4"
Material:Zinc Plated Steel

INCLUDED

  • 1 x Pneumatic Air Coupler (1/4" Body, 1/4" FNPT)

APPLICATIONS

  • Connecting pneumatic hand tools (grinders, sanders, drills)
  • Plasma cutter air supply lines
  • General shop air hose extensions
  • Automotive repair and maintenance
  • Industrial assembly lines
  • Maintenance and Repair Operations (MRO)

FAQ

This coupler has 1/4-inch Female NPT (National Pipe Thread) ports.

No, this is an Industrial Interchange (Type M) coupler. It is not compatible with Automotive (Type T) or ARO (Type B) profiles.

To connect or disconnect a plug, you must manually pull back the outer sleeve of the coupler.

Standard industrial couplers like this are typically rated for a maximum working pressure of 300 PSI.

Yes, provided your plasma cutter's air line uses a 1/4" Industrial plug and requires standard shop air.

It is constructed from zinc-plated steel for durability and corrosion resistance.

Yes, this is a coupler (socket) which contains a valve to shut off airflow when the plug is removed.

QD stands for Quick Disconnect, referring to the ability to rapidly change tools without tools.