{"product_id":"male-fitting-m-1-4-x-m-1-8-tea-a-2-030","title":"La Marzocco A.2.030 Male Fitting M 1\/4 x M 1\/8 Tea","description":"\u003cp\u003eEnsure the integrity of your commercial espresso machine's plumbing with the genuine Male Fitting M 1\/4 x M 1\/8 Tea (Part # A.2.030). This critical component is a brass male-to-male reducer fitting designed for applications requiring a secure transition between two different thread sizes—specifically stepping down from a 1\/4\" BSP\/NPT male thread to a smaller 1\/8\" BSP\/NPT male thread. Essential for connecting tubing, gauges, or solenoids to smaller ports, this fitting features high-precision threading to guarantee a leak-proof seal and resist the high-pressure and high-temperature conditions inside an espresso machine boiler or water system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e**Problem\/Solution:** Are you experiencing issues like a \"leaking joint in my espresso machine\" or struggling to \"connect two different size plumbing lines on a La Marzocco\"? The Male Fitting M 1\/4 x M 1\/8 Tea is the precise **solution** for achieving a reliable interface when your tubing or components have mismatched thread sizes. The primary benefit of using this OEM part is its superior durability and perfect dimensional accuracy, preventing common issues like cross-threading and pressure loss that often plague lower-quality aftermarket parts. Its robust construction ensures long-term reliability and minimizes maintenance downtime in busy café environments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis versatile Male Fitting M 1\/4 x M 1\/8 Tea is commonly used across a wide range of commercial espresso machine models for tea water spouts, pressure gauge connections, and various internal plumbing modifications. Check your machine's manual for specific compatibility. Installing the correct part number (A.2.030) ensures that all connections meet factory specifications, maintaining optimal machine performance and water flow. Choose this genuine fitting from Kaldi.com to restore or upgrade your espresso machine's plumbing with confidence and precision.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"La Marzocco","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51513745342747,"sku":"LM:A.2.030","price":20.34,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0937\/6002\/8955\/files\/la-marzocco-logo.svg?v=1775501370","url":"https:\/\/kaldi.com\/products\/male-fitting-m-1-4-x-m-1-8-tea-a-2-030","provider":"Kaldi.com","version":"1.0","type":"link"}