Metal hose fittings have better durability than plastic barbed hose fittings.

Also known as ball-seat hose nipples, these fittings consist of a barbed shaft with a rounded end that sits inside a female threaded nut. When mated with a male threaded fitting, the rounded end presses tightly against the inside of the male threads for a better seal than a single-piece fitting. Once assembled, insert the barbed end into hose and secure with a clamp or a crimp-on hose ferrule.

A female fitting on one end swivels until tightened, making it easy to install without rotating the entire hose.

Lighter than standard EPDM water hose, this PVC/Buna-N hose connects to a male threaded fitting on one end and a female one on the other.

Instead of a rubber cover, this hose has a stainless steel braid for excellent strength in high-pressure applications.

Barbs grip onto tubing.