Boshart PQC-C0604 3/8" OD x 1/4" OD Plastic Quick Connect Coupling

Boshart PQC-C0604 3/8" OD x 1/4" OD Plastic Quick Connect Coupling

The Boshart PQC-C0604 is a plastic quick connect coupling sized 3/8" OD x 1/4" OD, built for point-of-use (POU) installations, water dispensing lines, filtering systems, food and beverage service, and agricultural or irrigation tubing runs. This push-fit fitting installs without crimp tools, adhesives, or clamps, and it can be removed and reused without damaging the tubing it's connected to — a real time-saver for techs working behind fixtures, under sinks, or in the field. It is compatible with PVC, Polyethylene, PEX, and Copper tubing, making it a versatile stock item for plumbers who service mixed piping systems.

Key Features

• Trade Size: 3/8" OD x 1/4" OD coupling for connecting two different tubing outer diameters in POU and filtration setups.
• Tool-Free Push-Fit Connection: No crimp tools, adhesives, or clamps required — simply push the tubing into the fitting for a secure seal.
• Removable and Reusable: Fittings can be disconnected and reused without damaging the tubing, reducing waste on service calls and re-work.
• Broad Tubing Compatibility: Works on PVC, Polyethylene, PEX, and Copper tubing, giving contractors one fitting for multiple pipe materials.
• Gripper Ring: Stainless steel gripper ring holds tubing securely in place once inserted.
• O-Ring Seal: NBR O-ring provides the sealing surface against the tubing wall for leak-tight performance.
• Chemical Resistance: Excellent resistance to most organic compounds, industrial chemicals, and gases, suiting it to filtration and dispensing applications beyond potable water.
• Tube Support Recommended: Tube supports (sold separately) are recommended when using soft tubing or with hot liquids to maintain a proper seal.

Technical Specifications

• Country of Origin: South Korea
• Packaging: 10 ea

Typical Applications

• Point-of-Use (POU) Water Installations
• Water Dispensing Systems
• Filtration System Assembly
• Food and Beverage Service Equipment
• Agricultural and Irrigation Tubing Runs

Why Boshart?

Boshart's PQC series plastic quick connect fittings pair a stainless steel gripper ring with an NBR O-ring seal for a dependable, reusable connection across PVC, Polyethylene, PEX, and Copper tubing. For plumbers and installers who need a fast, tool-free coupling for POU, filtration, or dispensing lines, this fitting cuts install time without sacrificing a secure seal.