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Prevost Female Swivel Coupler - Automotive Profile
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Description
Prevost Female Swivel Coupler - Automotive Profile
Prevost URC Female Swivel Couplers combine Prevost's Automotive quick-connect profile with an integrated female-thread swivel connection. This listing includes both URC 06 and URC 08 profile sizes with 1/4" and 3/8" female NPT swivel connection options.
The Automotive Profile determines compatibility with the mating quick-connect plug, while the female NPT size determines the threaded connection. The integrated swivel adds movement at the connection, helping reduce hose twisting and concentrated strain in pneumatic applications where the air line or connected equipment moves frequently.
Product Highlights
- Prevost URC compressed-air quick coupler
- Automotive quick-connect profile
- URC 06 and URC 08 coupling families
- 1/4" and 3/8" Automotive Profile options
- Female NPT swivel connection
- 1/4" and 3/8" FNPT swivel options
- Integrated swivel assembly
- Helps reduce hose twisting and connection strain
- Four standard female swivel configurations
- Suitable for pneumatic tools, hose assemblies, and compressed-air equipment
Available Configurations
| URC 061201FA | 1/4" Automotive Profile x 1/4" FNPT Swivel |
|---|---|
| URC 061202FA | 1/4" Automotive Profile x 3/8" FNPT Swivel |
| URC 081201FA | 3/8" Automotive Profile x 1/4" FNPT Swivel |
| URC 081202FA | 3/8" Automotive Profile x 3/8" FNPT Swivel |
Technical Specifications
| Manufacturer | Prevost |
|---|---|
| Product Family | URC |
| Product Type | Female Thread Swivel Quick Coupler |
| Service | Compressed Air |
| Quick-Connect Profile | Automotive Profile |
| Available Coupler Families | URC 06 and URC 08 |
| Available Profile Sizes | 1/4" and 3/8" |
| Thread Connection | Female NPT Swivel |
| Available FNPT Sizes | 1/4" and 3/8" |
| Connection Feature | Integrated Swivel |
| Number of Variants | 4 |
Choose the Correct Automotive Profile
URC 06 - 1/4" Automotive Profile
The URC 06 female swivel family uses the 1/4" Automotive quick-connect profile and is available with either a 1/4" or 3/8" female NPT swivel connection.
- 1/4" Automotive Profile
- 1/4" FNPT Swivel - URC 061201FA
- 3/8" FNPT Swivel - URC 061202FA
- Two female swivel configurations
URC 08 - 3/8" Automotive Profile
The URC 08 female swivel family uses the larger 3/8" Automotive quick-connect profile and is also available with 1/4" or 3/8" female NPT swivel connections.
- 3/8" Automotive Profile
- 1/4" FNPT Swivel - URC 081201FA
- 3/8" FNPT Swivel - URC 081202FA
- Two female swivel configurations
Automotive Profile vs. Female NPT Size
The Automotive Profile size and female NPT connection size describe separate sides of the coupler.
- The Automotive Profile determines compatibility with the mating quick-connect plug.
- The FNPT size determines which male-threaded component the coupler attaches to.
- A 1/4" FNPT swivel is available with both URC 06 and URC 08 profiles.
- A 3/8" FNPT swivel is also available with both profile sizes.
- Thread size alone does not determine quick-connect compatibility.
- Verify both profile size and female NPT size before ordering.
Female Swivel Connection Options
1/4" FNPT Swivel
Choose URC 061201FA for the 1/4" Automotive Profile or URC 081201FA for the 3/8" Automotive Profile.
3/8" FNPT Swivel
Choose URC 061202FA for the 1/4" Automotive Profile or URC 081202FA for the 3/8" Automotive Profile.
Profile & Thread Matrix
| URC 06 | 1/4" Automotive Profile - 1/4" or 3/8" FNPT Swivel |
|---|---|
| URC 08 | 3/8" Automotive Profile - 1/4" or 3/8" FNPT Swivel |
Why Use a Swivel Coupler?
Greater Movement
The swivel connection allows additional movement at the air connection as the hose or pneumatic equipment changes position.
Reduced Hose Twist
Swivel movement can help reduce unwanted twisting in flexible compressed-air hose during normal operation.
Reduced Connection Strain
Allowing the connection to move can help reduce concentrated strain at the hose, fitting, and coupler interface.
Standard Female vs. Female Swivel
The standard URC female couplers and FA female swivel models use the same general Automotive quick-connect families, but the FA configurations incorporate an additional swivel connection.
- Standard female coupler: fixed female NPT connection
- FA female swivel coupler: female NPT connection with integrated swivel movement
- The swivel is useful where the connected hose or equipment is moved frequently.
- The quick-connect profile must still match the mating plug regardless of whether the coupler swivels.
Common Applications
Automotive & Service Applications
- Automotive service equipment
- Pneumatic tools
- Portable air tools
- Service bays
- Maintenance equipment
- Flexible air hose connections
Industrial Applications
- Manufacturing facilities
- Machine shops
- Assembly stations
- Workstation air drops
- Production equipment
- Frequently repositioned pneumatic equipment
How to Select the Correct URC Female Swivel Coupler
- Step 1: Confirm the required Automotive quick-connect profile.
- Step 2: Determine whether the application requires URC 06 / 1/4" or URC 08 / 3/8" Automotive Profile.
- Step 3: Identify whether the threaded connection requires 1/4" or 3/8" FNPT.
- Step 4: Select the matching female swivel configuration.
- Step 5: Confirm sufficient clearance is available for normal swivel movement.
- Step 6: Verify the operating requirements of the complete compressed-air system.
Complete Variant Reference
| URC 061201FA | 1/4" Automotive Profile x 1/4" FNPT Swivel |
|---|---|
| URC 061202FA | 1/4" Automotive Profile x 3/8" FNPT Swivel |
| URC 081201FA | 3/8" Automotive Profile x 1/4" FNPT Swivel |
| URC 081202FA | 3/8" Automotive Profile x 3/8" FNPT Swivel |
Installation & Safety Guidance
- Depressurize the compressed-air system before installation, removal, or service.
- Confirm both the Automotive Profile and female NPT connection size before installation.
- Use a thread-sealing method suitable for compressed-air NPT connections.
- Avoid excessive tightening that could damage the coupler, swivel, or mating fitting.
- Allow adequate clearance for normal swivel movement.
- Do not force incompatible quick-connect profiles together.
- Inspect the coupler, swivel joint, threads, and mating plug periodically for wear, damage, or leakage.
- Replace damaged or excessively worn components before returning the system to service.
- Do not exceed the operating limits of the lowest-rated component in the compressed-air system.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many URC female swivel couplers are included?
This listing contains four models: URC 061201FA, URC 061202FA, URC 081201FA, and URC 081202FA.
Which models use the 1/4" Automotive Profile?
URC 061201FA and URC 061202FA use the URC 06 / 1/4" Automotive Profile.
Which models use the 3/8" Automotive Profile?
URC 081201FA and URC 081202FA use the URC 08 / 3/8" Automotive Profile.
Which models have a 1/4" female NPT swivel connection?
URC 061201FA and URC 081201FA both use 1/4" FNPT swivel connections but have different Automotive Profile sizes.
Which models have a 3/8" female NPT swivel connection?
URC 061202FA and URC 081202FA both use 3/8" FNPT swivel connections but have different Automotive Profile sizes.
Does the FNPT size determine the Automotive Profile?
No. Female NPT size and quick-connect profile size are separate specifications.
What does the FA suffix indicate?
For these URC models, the FA configurations are the female swivel versions rather than the standard fixed female-thread couplers.
Why choose a swivel coupler?
The swivel provides additional movement at the connection and can help reduce hose twisting and concentrated strain as connected equipment moves.
Are standard fixed female couplers included?
No. This listing is specifically for the URC female swivel configurations.
Important Ordering Notes
- This listing contains four Prevost URC female swivel couplers.
- URC 061201FA: 1/4" Automotive Profile x 1/4" FNPT Swivel.
- URC 061202FA: 1/4" Automotive Profile x 3/8" FNPT Swivel.
- URC 081201FA: 3/8" Automotive Profile x 1/4" FNPT Swivel.
- URC 081202FA: 3/8" Automotive Profile x 3/8" FNPT Swivel.
- Standard non-swivel URC female couplers are not included.
- Hose-stem swivel models are not included.
- Verify both Automotive Profile size and female NPT connection before ordering.
Need Help?
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