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Prevost Male Coupler - Automotive Profile
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Description
Prevost Male Coupler - Automotive Profile
Prevost URC Male Couplers provide a quick-connect solution for compressed-air systems using Prevost's Automotive Profile. This listing combines the URC 06 and URC 08 coupling families with 1/4", 3/8", and 1/2" male NPT connection options, allowing you to match both the required quick-connect profile and threaded connection.
URC 06 and URC 08 couplers use different Automotive Profile sizes while offering the same three male NPT connection sizes. The Automotive Profile determines compatibility with the mating plug, while the MNPT connection determines how the coupler installs into female-threaded piping, manifolds, adapters, pneumatic equipment, or other compressed-air components.
Product Highlights
- Prevost URC compressed-air quick coupler
- Automotive quick-connect profile
- Male NPT connection
- URC 06 and URC 08 coupling families
- 1/4" and 3/8" Automotive Profile options
- 1/4", 3/8", and 1/2" MNPT connections for both profile sizes
- Six standard male-thread configurations
- Designed for compatible Automotive Profile plugs
- Suitable for compressed-air piping, manifolds, equipment, and hose assemblies
- Standard male models only - plate-mounted configurations are excluded
Available Configurations
| URC 061251 | 1/4" Automotive Profile x 1/4" MNPT |
|---|---|
| URC 061252 | 1/4" Automotive Profile x 3/8" MNPT |
| URC 061253 | 1/4" Automotive Profile x 1/2" MNPT |
| URC 081251 | 3/8" Automotive Profile x 1/4" MNPT |
| URC 081252 | 3/8" Automotive Profile x 3/8" MNPT |
| URC 081253 | 3/8" Automotive Profile x 1/2" MNPT |
Technical Specifications
| Manufacturer | Prevost |
|---|---|
| Product Family | URC |
| Product Type | Male Thread 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 | Male NPT |
| Available MNPT Sizes | 1/4", 3/8", and 1/2" |
Choose the Correct Automotive Profile
URC 06 - 1/4" Automotive Profile
The URC 06 family uses the 1/4" Automotive quick-connect profile and is available with three male NPT connection sizes.
- 1/4" Automotive Profile
- 1/4" MNPT - URC 061251
- 3/8" MNPT - URC 061252
- 1/2" MNPT - URC 061253
- Three standard male-thread configurations
URC 08 - 3/8" Automotive Profile
The URC 08 family uses the larger 3/8" Automotive quick-connect profile and is also available with three male NPT connection sizes.
- 3/8" Automotive Profile
- 1/4" MNPT - URC 081251
- 3/8" MNPT - URC 081252
- 1/2" MNPT - URC 081253
- Three standard male-thread configurations
Automotive Profile vs. Male NPT Size
The Automotive Profile size and male NPT connection size describe two different sides of the coupler and should be selected independently.
- The Automotive Profile determines which quick-connect plug fits the coupler.
- The MNPT size determines which female-threaded component the coupler installs into.
- Both Automotive Profile sizes are available with 1/4", 3/8", and 1/2" MNPT connections.
- A matching NPT size does not mean two couplers use the same quick-connect profile.
- Thread size alone does not determine plug compatibility.
- Verify both the Automotive Profile and MNPT connection before ordering.
Male NPT Connection Options
1/4" MNPT
Choose URC 061251 for the 1/4" Automotive Profile or URC 081251 for the 3/8" Automotive Profile.
3/8" MNPT
Choose URC 061252 for the 1/4" Automotive Profile or URC 081252 for the 3/8" Automotive Profile.
1/2" MNPT
Choose URC 061253 for the 1/4" Automotive Profile or URC 081253 for the 3/8" Automotive Profile.
Profile & Thread Matrix
| URC 06 | 1/4" Automotive Profile - 1/4", 3/8", or 1/2" MNPT |
|---|---|
| URC 08 | 3/8" Automotive Profile - 1/4", 3/8", or 1/2" MNPT |
Why Correct Coupler Selection Matters
Profile Compatibility
The Automotive Profile must match the mating plug. A matching threaded connection does not guarantee quick-connect compatibility.
Thread Compatibility
The male NPT connection must match the female-threaded fitting, manifold, piping connection, adapter, or pneumatic equipment.
System Configuration
Selecting both the correct profile and thread size helps maintain the intended compressed-air connection throughout the system.
Common Applications
Compressed-Air Distribution
- Shop air piping
- Air manifolds
- Workstation drops
- Machine air connections
- Pneumatic distribution systems
- Female-threaded hose adapters
Automotive & Industrial Applications
- Automotive service equipment
- Pneumatic tools and equipment
- Manufacturing equipment
- Machine shops
- Maintenance departments
- Production equipment
How to Select the Correct URC Male Coupler
- Step 1: Confirm the mating plug uses the Prevost Automotive Profile.
- Step 2: Determine whether the application requires the URC 06 / 1/4" profile or URC 08 / 3/8" profile.
- Step 3: Identify whether the receiving connection requires 1/4", 3/8", or 1/2" male NPT.
- Step 4: Select the variant matching both the Automotive Profile and MNPT size.
- Step 5: Verify the pressure and operating requirements of the complete compressed-air system before installation.
Complete Variant Reference
| URC 061251 | 1/4" Automotive Profile x 1/4" MNPT |
|---|---|
| URC 061252 | 1/4" Automotive Profile x 3/8" MNPT |
| URC 061253 | 1/4" Automotive Profile x 1/2" MNPT |
| URC 081251 | 3/8" Automotive Profile x 1/4" MNPT |
| URC 081252 | 3/8" Automotive Profile x 3/8" MNPT |
| URC 081253 | 3/8" Automotive Profile x 1/2" MNPT |
Installation & Safety Guidance
- Depressurize the compressed-air system before installation, removal, or service.
- Confirm both the Automotive Profile and male NPT size before installation.
- Use a thread-sealing method appropriate for compressed-air NPT connections.
- Avoid excessive tightening that could damage the coupler or mating fitting.
- Do not force an incompatible quick-connect plug into the coupler.
- Inspect the coupler and mating plug periodically for wear, contamination, 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
What profile do these URC couplers use?
These couplers use the Prevost Automotive quick-connect profile.
Which Automotive Profile sizes are included?
This listing includes URC 06 with a 1/4" Automotive Profile and URC 08 with a 3/8" Automotive Profile.
What male NPT sizes are available?
Both Automotive Profile sizes are available with 1/4", 3/8", and 1/2" male NPT connections.
Which 1/4" Automotive Profile model has a 1/2" male connection?
URC 061253 combines the 1/4" Automotive Profile with a 1/2" MNPT connection.
Which 3/8" Automotive Profile model has a 1/2" male connection?
URC 081253 combines the 3/8" Automotive Profile with a 1/2" MNPT connection.
Does male thread size determine the Automotive Profile?
No. Male NPT size and quick-connect profile size are separate specifications.
Why are there two models for each MNPT size?
Each male NPT size is available with either the URC 06 1/4" Automotive Profile or the URC 08 3/8" Automotive Profile.
Are plate-mounted versions included?
No. Plate-mounted URC models are separate configurations and are not included in this standard male-coupler listing.
Important Ordering Notes
- This listing contains six standard Prevost URC male couplers.
- URC 061251: 1/4" Automotive Profile x 1/4" MNPT.
- URC 061252: 1/4" Automotive Profile x 3/8" MNPT.
- URC 061253: 1/4" Automotive Profile x 1/2" MNPT.
- URC 081251: 3/8" Automotive Profile x 1/4" MNPT.
- URC 081252: 3/8" Automotive Profile x 3/8" MNPT.
- URC 081253: 3/8" Automotive Profile x 1/2" MNPT.
- Plate-mounted models are not included.
- Verify both Automotive Profile size and male NPT connection before ordering.
Need Help?
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