Prevost Prolac High Flow Hose Barb Coupling
Price range: $27.61 through $98.72
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Description
Prevost Prolac High Flow Hose Barb Coupling
The Prevost Prolac High Flow Hose Barb Coupling combines superior airflow efficiency with the security of a direct hose connection. Designed for industrial environments where tool performance is paramount, this coupling eliminates the need for extra threaded adapters by integrating the barb directly into the coupling body.
Featuring Prevost’s signature push-button technology, the Prolac series is the go-to choice for operators who need high-volume air delivery for heavy-duty pneumatic tools without the risk of scratching workpieces or struggling with traditional sleeve-style couplers.
Core Advantages
- Integrated Hose Barb: Features a precision-machined barb for a secure, leak-proof fit inside the air hose.2 This direct connection reduces the number of potential leak points compared to using threaded adapters.3
- High Flow Profile: Engineered for the “European High Flow” (7.2 – 7.4mm) standard, providing significantly higher CFM than standard industrial interchanges. This ensures your impact wrenches, sanders, and grinders operate at peak power.
- One-Touch Connection: The ergonomic push-button allows for instant, one-handed disconnection.4 It is designed to be intuitive even while wearing heavy work gloves.
- Anti-Marring Construction: The high-strength composite body is non-abrasive.5 It protects sensitive surfaces—such as freshly painted automotive panels or polished wood—from scratches and “dings” if the coupling bumps the workpiece.
- Extreme Durability: Despite its lightweight feel, the technical polymer body is crush-resistant, corrosion-proof, and designed to thrive in harsh shop environments.
Technical Specifications
| Feature | Details |
| Interchange | High Flow / Euro (7.2 – 7.4mm) |
| Barb Sizes | Available in 6mm (1/4″), 8mm (5/16″), 10mm (3/8″), and 13mm (1/2″) |
| Max Pressure | 174 PSI (12 bar) |
| Airflow at 6 bar | Approx. 1,800 L/min |
| Material | High-grade technical composite with Nitrile seals |
| Color Coding | Often identifiable by the distinctive blue button |
Why Choose the Barb Version?
The Hose Barb variant is ideal for users building custom-length air leads or those who want to minimize the weight and bulk at the end of the hose. By eliminating the metal-on-metal threaded joint, the assembly remains lightweight and highly maneuverable, reducing wrist fatigue during long shifts.
Note: For maximum safety and performance, it is recommended to secure the hose to the barb using a high-quality Oetiker clip or a worm-gear hose clamp.
