But you can avoid such pitfalls by knowing a few simple facts about your brass hose fittings:

1. The size of the water passage.
2. The thread size of your manifold or mold ports.
3. The hose size.

The size of the water passage that connects to your brass hose fittings is usually easy to eyeball. If you’re not sure, check the fitting to see if it has one of three series numbers on it:

1. 200 series – 1/4" water passage
2. 300 series – 3/8" water passage
3. 500 series – 1/2" water passage

• Valved and unvalved brass hose fittings
• Fittings with safety disconnects
• Push-on hose with push-on fittings (eliminating the need for hose clamps)