Plumbing Basics – AN Fittings & Hoses
| AN Size | Hose i.d. – Tube o.d. | SAE Thread Size |
|---|---|---|
| -2 | 1/8 in. | 5/16 in.-24 |
| -3 | 3/16 in. | 3/8 in.-24 |
| -4 | 1/4 in. | 7/16 in.-20 |
| -5 | 5/16 in. | 1/2 in.-20 |
In this manner, how do you calculate fitting size?
Also know, is 6AN the same as 3 8?
The AN numbers refer to the tubing OD in sixteenths of an inch. … 3AN hose has the same ID as a 3/16″ tube. This means that 6AN hose will not introduce any appreciable flow restriction in a fuel system designed around 3/8″ OD rigid tubing.
What are an sizes?
The AN thread (also A-N) is a particular type of fitting used to connect flexible hoses and rigid metal tubing that carry fluid. … AN sizes range from -2 (dash two) to -32 in irregular steps, with each step equating to the OD (outside diameter) of the tubing in 1⁄16-inch increments.
What is 6AN thread?
AN Fitting Size Guide
| Male Thread Size | AN Size* | Equivalent Tube Size (Nominal OD) |
|---|---|---|
| 9/16-18 | 6AN | 3/8″ |
| 3/4-16 | 8AN | 1/2″ |
| 7/8-14 | 10AN | 5/8″ |
| 1 1/16-12 | 12AN | 3/4″ |
What is the inside diameter of 3/8 fuel line?
What size is an 6 fuel line?
| AN Size | Metal Tube O.D. | Thread Size |
|---|---|---|
| -5 AN | 5/16″ | 1/2″ – 20 SAE |
| -6 AN | 3/8″ | 9/16″ – 18 SAE |
| -8 AN | 1/2″ | 3/4″ – 16 SAE |
What size is 6AN Barb?
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What size is 6AN fuel line?
-6AN is 6/16″ (3/8″), -4AN is 4/16″ (1/4″), etc. If you don’t want to mess with the AN fittings then there is no reason to buy the associated fuel lines (IMO). If you want to use hose clamps just buy fuel injection hose from the auto parts store (if you can find one that sells it–good luck).
What size is SAE 8?
JIC 37° Flare (SAE J514)
| Inch size | Dash size | Female thread O.D (in) |
|---|---|---|
| 3⁄8 | -6 | 17⁄32 |
| 1⁄2 | -8 | 11⁄16 |
| 5⁄8 | -10 | 13⁄16 |
| 3⁄4 | -12 | 1 |