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Prevost Male Regular Quick Coupler - Industrial Profile
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- 0.00 LBS
Description
Prevost Male Regular Quick Coupler - Industrial Profile
Prevost Male Regular Quick Couplers provide traditional compressed-air quick-connect operation for pneumatic systems using the Industrial profile. This listing combines the Prevost IRC male coupler families in both 1/4" and 3/8" Industrial profiles.
Choose the required Industrial quick-connect profile first, then select the Male NPT connection that matches the female-threaded fitting, manifold, regulator, tool, hose adapter, or other compressed-air component. The 1/4" profile variants use a 1/4" ID passage, while the larger 3/8" profile variants use a 3/8" ID passage.
Product Highlights
- Prevost regular compressed-air quick coupler
- Male NPT threaded configuration
- Industrial quick-connect profile
- Available in 1/4" and 3/8" Industrial profiles
- 1/4" ID passage on IRC 06 models
- 3/8" ID passage on IRC 08 models
- Available with 1/4", 3/8", or 1/2" Male NPT connections
- Traditional regular quick-coupler design
- Designed for compatible Industrial-profile plugs
- Suitable for professional compressed-air systems
- Six configurations available in one product family
Available Male Coupler Configurations
| Part Number | Industrial Profile | Male Thread | ID Passage |
|---|---|---|---|
| IRC 061251 | 1/4" | 1/4" Male NPT | 1/4" |
| IRC 061252 | 1/4" | 3/8" Male NPT | 1/4" |
| IRC 061253 | 1/4" | 1/2" Male NPT | 1/4" |
| IRC 081251 | 3/8" | 1/4" Male NPT | 3/8" |
| IRC 081252 | 3/8" | 3/8" Male NPT | 3/8" |
| IRC 081253 | 3/8" | 1/2" Male NPT | 3/8" |
Technical Specifications
| Manufacturer | Prevost |
|---|---|
| Product Family | IRC Regular Quick Couplers |
| Product Type | Male Regular Quick Coupler |
| Connection Profile | Industrial Profile |
| Available Profiles | 1/4" and 3/8" Industrial |
| IRC 06 ID Passage | 1/4" |
| IRC 08 ID Passage | 3/8" |
| Thread Type | Male NPT |
| Available Thread Sizes | 1/4", 3/8", and 1/2" Male NPT |
| Fluid | Compressed Air |
| Coupler Style | Regular Quick Coupler |
| Catalog Section | D1 |
1/4" Industrial Profile - IRC 06
The IRC 06 male regular quick-coupler family uses the 1/4" Industrial profile with a 1/4" ID passage. Three Male NPT connection sizes are available for installation into compatible female-threaded pneumatic components.
- IRC 061251: 1/4" Industrial Profile x 1/4" Male NPT
- IRC 061252: 1/4" Industrial Profile x 3/8" Male NPT
- IRC 061253: 1/4" Industrial Profile x 1/2" Male NPT
- 1/4" ID passage on all IRC 06 variants
3/8" Industrial Profile - IRC 08
The larger IRC 08 male regular quick-coupler family uses the 3/8" Industrial profile with a 3/8" ID passage. It is available with 1/4", 3/8", or 1/2" Male NPT connections.
- IRC 081251: 3/8" Industrial Profile x 1/4" Male NPT
- IRC 081252: 3/8" Industrial Profile x 3/8" Male NPT
- IRC 081253: 3/8" Industrial Profile x 1/2" Male NPT
- 3/8" ID passage on all IRC 08 variants
Choose the Correct Industrial Profile
1/4" Industrial Profile
- IRC 06 coupler family
- 1/4" ID passage
- 1/4", 3/8", or 1/2" Male NPT
- Designed for compatible 1/4" Industrial-profile plugs
3/8" Industrial Profile
- IRC 08 coupler family
- 3/8" ID passage
- 1/4", 3/8", or 1/2" Male NPT
- Designed for compatible 3/8" Industrial-profile plugs
Profile & Passage Comparison
| Coupler Family | Industrial Profile | ID Passage | Male NPT Options |
|---|---|---|---|
| IRC 06 | 1/4" | 1/4" | 1/4", 3/8", 1/2" |
| IRC 08 | 3/8" | 3/8" | 1/4", 3/8", 1/2" |
Regular Quick-Coupler Design
The Prevost Male Regular Quick Coupler - 1/4" & 3/8" Industrial Profile family provides a traditional compressed-air quick-connect solution for pneumatic systems using compatible Industrial-profile plugs.
- Traditional regular quick-coupler operation
- Designed for repeated pneumatic connection and disconnection
- Compact threaded coupler configuration
- Suitable for shop and industrial compressed-air applications
- Compatible plug profile must match the selected coupler profile
Industrial Profile vs. Male NPT Size
The Industrial quick-connect profile and the Male NPT thread size describe different sides of the coupler and should be selected independently.
- The Industrial profile determines which quick-connect plug fits the coupler.
- The Male NPT size determines which female-threaded pneumatic component the coupler installs into.
- IRC 061253 has a 1/2" Male NPT connection but uses the 1/4" Industrial profile.
- IRC 081253 also has a 1/2" Male NPT connection but uses the 3/8" Industrial profile.
- Never select a coupler based only on its NPT thread size.
- Verify both the quick-connect profile and Male NPT connection before ordering.
Male NPT Selection Guide
1/4" Male NPT
- IRC 061251 - 1/4" Industrial Profile
- IRC 081251 - 3/8" Industrial Profile
3/8" Male NPT
- IRC 061252 - 1/4" Industrial Profile
- IRC 081252 - 3/8" Industrial Profile
1/2" Male NPT
- IRC 061253 - 1/4" Industrial Profile
- IRC 081253 - 3/8" Industrial Profile
Compatible Plug Profiles
| Coupler Family | Industrial Profile | Matching Plug Profile |
|---|---|---|
| IRC 06 | 1/4" | Compatible 1/4" Industrial Profile Plug |
| IRC 08 | 3/8" | Compatible 3/8" Industrial Profile Plug |
Quick-connect compatibility is determined by the mating plug and coupler profiles. The threaded NPT dimensions on the plug and coupler are equipment-side connections and do not have to match one another.
Common Applications
Shop & Service Applications
- Pneumatic hand tools
- Impact tools
- Air ratchets
- Grinders and sanders
- Blow guns
- Inflation equipment
- Automotive repair facilities
- Service bays
Industrial & Manufacturing
- Manufacturing facilities
- Assembly lines
- Production equipment
- Pneumatic machinery
- Machine shops
- Plant maintenance
- Compressed-air manifolds
- General air distribution systems
How to Select the Correct Male Regular Quick Coupler
- Step 1: Identify the Industrial profile of the mating plug.
- Step 2: Select IRC 06 for a 1/4" Industrial profile or IRC 08 for a 3/8" Industrial profile.
- Step 3: Identify the Female NPT port size on the component receiving the coupler.
- Step 4: Select the corresponding 1/4", 3/8", or 1/2" Male NPT coupler.
- Step 5: Verify the required ID passage and compressed-air flow requirements.
- Step 6: Confirm plug and coupler profile compatibility before connecting.
- Step 7: Verify complete-system operating requirements before installation.
Complete Product Reference
| IRC 061251 | Prevost Male Regular Quick Coupler - 1/4" Industrial Profile x 1/4" Male NPT - 1/4" ID Passage |
|---|---|
| IRC 061252 | Prevost Male Regular Quick Coupler - 1/4" Industrial Profile x 3/8" Male NPT - 1/4" ID Passage |
| IRC 061253 | Prevost Male Regular Quick Coupler - 1/4" Industrial Profile x 1/2" Male NPT - 1/4" ID Passage |
| IRC 081251 | Prevost Male Regular Quick Coupler - 3/8" Industrial Profile x 1/4" Male NPT - 3/8" ID Passage |
| IRC 081252 | Prevost Male Regular Quick Coupler - 3/8" Industrial Profile x 3/8" Male NPT - 3/8" ID Passage |
| IRC 081253 | Prevost Male Regular Quick Coupler - 3/8" Industrial Profile x 1/2" Male NPT - 3/8" ID Passage |
Installation & Safety Guidance
- Depressurize pneumatic equipment before installing or removing the coupler.
- Confirm that the mating plug uses the correct Industrial quick-connect profile.
- Verify the Male NPT thread size before installation.
- Use thread-sealing material suitable for compressed-air NPT connections.
- Follow proper NPT tightening practices.
- Do not force an incompatible plug into the coupler.
- Inspect the coupler and mating plug periodically for wear or damage.
- Replace damaged or excessively worn components.
- Do not exceed the operating limits of the complete compressed-air system.
Product Documents
Review the Prevost catalog for additional information about IRC Regular Quick Couplers, Industrial connection profiles, compatible plugs, and Prevost compressed-air components.
Frequently Asked Questions
What product family is included in this listing?
This listing contains Prevost Male Regular Quick Couplers in both 1/4" and 3/8" Industrial profiles.
Which SKUs are included?
The listing includes IRC 061251, IRC 061252, IRC 061253, IRC 081251, IRC 081252, and IRC 081253.
Which models use the 1/4" Industrial profile?
IRC 061251, IRC 061252, and IRC 061253 use the 1/4" Industrial profile.
Which models use the 3/8" Industrial profile?
IRC 081251, IRC 081252, and IRC 081253 use the 3/8" Industrial profile.
What is the ID passage on the 1/4" Industrial models?
The IRC 06 variants have a 1/4" ID passage.
What is the ID passage on the 3/8" Industrial models?
The IRC 08 variants have a 3/8" ID passage.
What Male NPT sizes are available?
Both profile families are available with 1/4", 3/8", or 1/2" Male NPT connections.
Does the Male NPT size determine the Industrial profile?
No. The Male NPT size determines the equipment-side threaded connection, while the Industrial profile determines quick-connect plug compatibility.
Are these PrevoS1 safety couplers?
No. These are Prevost IRC Regular Quick Couplers and are a separate product family from PrevoS1 push-button safety couplers.
How do I choose between the 1/4" and 3/8" Industrial profiles?
Select the profile that matches the existing or intended mating quick-connect plug. The 3/8" Industrial family also provides the larger 3/8" ID passage.
Important Ordering Notes
- This listing is for Prevost Male Regular Quick Couplers.
- IRC 061251: 1/4" Industrial Profile x 1/4" Male NPT.
- IRC 061252: 1/4" Industrial Profile x 3/8" Male NPT.
- IRC 061253: 1/4" Industrial Profile x 1/2" Male NPT.
- IRC 081251: 3/8" Industrial Profile x 1/4" Male NPT.
- IRC 081252: 3/8" Industrial Profile x 3/8" Male NPT.
- IRC 081253: 3/8" Industrial Profile x 1/2" Male NPT.
- IRC 06 models use a 1/4" ID passage.
- IRC 08 models use a 3/8" ID passage.
- Industrial profile and Male NPT thread size are separate specifications.
- Verify both before ordering.
