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Watts Adaptor: Adaptor, Brass, 1/2" NPT, 1/2" Connection 1 Thread Size, NPT, 3/8"-16 NPT - Thread Adapters
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Watts Adaptor: Adaptor, Brass, 1/2" NPT, 1/2" Connection 1 Thread Size, NPT, 3/8"-16 NPT

The WATTS Adaptor (MPN AD-3) is a brass thread adapter designed for use with float balls. It features a 1/2" NPT connection on one side and a 3/8"-16 NPT thread on the other, both with NPT threading. This adapter…

SKU 3G-OTH-453462

Also listed as: AD3 · AD 3

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Watts
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Adaptor: Adaptor, Brass, 1/2" NPT, 1/2" Connection 1 Thread Size, NPT, 3/8"-16 NPT
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Thread Adapters
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Manila, Quezon City, Cebu, Davao, Batangas

Technical Specifications

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Manufacturer Part Number
AD-3
Type
Brass, 1/2" Connection 1 Thread Size, NPT, NPT
NPT
1/2"
Compatible Product Type
Float Balls

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Product Description

The WATTS Adaptor (MPN AD-3) is a brass thread adapter designed for use with float balls. It features a 1/2" NPT connection on one side and a 3/8"-16 NPT thread on the other, both with NPT threading. This adapter enables secure attachment of compatible float balls to piping systems.

Supplied to the Philippines — compatible with 60 Hz installations. DHL Express delivery to Manila, Quezon City, Cebu, customs and duties handled door-to-door.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the WATTS Adaptor AD-3 used for?

The WATTS Adaptor AD-3 is a brass thread adapter designed to connect float balls to piping systems. It is commonly used in industrial fluid-level control applications, such as tanks and reservoirs, where a secure NPT-threaded connection is required for reliable float operation.

What are the specifications of the WATTS Adaptor AD-3?

The WATTS Adaptor AD-3 is made of brass and has a 1/2" NPT connection on one side and a 3/8"-16 NPT thread on the other, both with NPT threading. It is compatible with float balls and carries the manufacturer part number AD-3 from WATTS.

Where to buy the WATTS Adaptor AD-3 worldwide?

You can source the WATTS Adaptor AD-3 through 3G Electric, a global industrial equipment distributor. We handle full logistics, customs clearance, and delivery to worldwide destinations, ensuring the adapter reaches your facility reliably.

How to install the WATTS Adaptor AD-3?

To install the WATTS Adaptor AD-3, thread the 1/2" NPT end into the piping system and attach the float ball to the 3/8"-16 NPT end. Use thread sealant on NPT connections to prevent leaks. Ensure the float ball is compatible with the adapter's thread size before installation.

Used in

Common applications for Watts
Industrial burner gas safety systems — Watts HF2000 filters with GF-series seal kits maintain clean, regulated gas supply to burner pilot and main flame controls
Commercial heating and boiler installations — Modular filter assemblies support preventive maintenance and component replacement without full system shutdown
Process gas delivery pipelines — DN25 through DN125 filter bodies accommodate varying flow rates and inlet pressures across manufacturing and chemical processes
Gas pressure regulation benches — Multi-stage Watts filter platforms integrate with pressure reducers and safety shutoff valves in test and calibration environments
Equipment retrofit and upgrade projects — Available connection sizes and seal kits enable adaptation of newer Watts components into legacy gas control systems
Planned maintenance and spare-parts inventory — Filter seal kits allow facilities to stock consumables in advance, reducing downtime during scheduled gas system servicing

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3G Electric supplies Watts thread adapters. We supply genuine products with in-stock availability on common SKUs, technical documentation, commissioning support, and warranty service — worldwide.

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