Pushlock Hose End Black Straight -16

The Pushlock Hose End Black Straight -16 from ALLSTAR PERFORMANCE is a precision hydraulic fitting engineered for high-performance automotive and racing applications where fuel, coolant, or brake line integration demands reliability under pressure. This straight hose barb end connector serves as the critical junction between braided stainless steel hoses and component ports, making it indispensable for custom engine builds, fuel system upgrades, and transmission cooling circuits where factory fittings fall short of performance standards.

Constructed from lightweight aluminum and finished in black anodized coating, the Pushlock Hose End Black Straight -16 accommodates 16 AN hose barb connections on the inlet side with a 16 AN female port on the outlet. The straight geometry eliminates the elbow offset inherent to 90-degree fittings, allowing for cleaner engine bay layouts and reducing turbulence in high-flow applications. Black anodizing provides corrosion resistance and a professional appearance while maintaining the aluminum's thermal conductivity—critical in fuel system management where heat dissipation prevents vapor lock and maintains consistent fuel delivery during extended performance runs.

Fabricators and engine builders installing custom fuel systems, nitrous oxide kits, or turbocharged cooling loops will find this fitting essential for AN-based plumbing configurations. The pushlock barb design ensures positive hose retention without separate hose clamps on the barbed side, though secondary clamps remain recommended for motorsport applications. Its compact footprint (5.5 x 1.6 x 9.05 inches) makes it ideal for tight engine compartments where space optimization is critical, and the modest 0.25 lb weight contributes negligibly to overall vehicle mass while maintaining structural integrity under sustained pressure cycling.