{"product_id":"camco-59843-20-inch-propane-pigtail-hose-acme-x-1-4-npt","title":"Camco 59843 20-Inch Propane Pigtail Hose, ACME x 1\/4 NPT","description":"\u003cp class=\"nvn-hero\"\u003eNeed to swap out a cracked propane pigtail on your RV or boat's LP system? The Camco 59843 is a 20-inch feed hose that ties a 20 or 30 lb refillable cylinder to your existing regulator. It uses a Type 1 ACME nut on the tank end and a 1\/4-inch male NPT on the regulator end, with built-in thermal and excess-flow protection for peace of mind.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"nvn-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Camco 59843 is a propane pigtail feed hose, the short flexible link between your propane cylinder and your regulator. If you own an RV or a boat with an LP system, you already know these hoses don't last forever. The rubber gets stiff, the fittings start to weep, and eventually a soapy-water leak check shows bubbles where it shouldn't. When that day comes, this is the replacement pigtail you reach for.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis one measures 20 inches and carries a Type 1 ACME nut on the cylinder end and a 1\/4-inch male NPT thread on the regulator end. That Type 1 ACME connection is the big hand-wheel style fitting you'll find on modern 20 lb and 30 lb refillable propane cylinders, the same tanks that feed most RV furnaces, water heaters, ranges, and marine galley stoves. The 1\/4-inch NPT end threads straight into the inlet of a standard single-stage or two-stage LP regulator. Camco ships this one without a regulator, so you keep the regulator you already have and just replace the worn hose.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTwo safety features are built into the fittings. There's a thermal shutoff, which cuts the gas flow if the connection gets exposed to enough heat, like in a fire. And there's an excess-flow feature that closes off the line if it senses a sudden rush of gas, which is what you'd get if a downstream hose ruptured. Neither one replaces good habits, but both are the kind of quiet protection you want sitting between a pressurized cylinder and your living space.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInstallation is straightforward. The ACME nut is designed to hand-tighten, no wrench needed. In fact, you shouldn't put a wrench on a Type 1 ACME nut at all, since over-torquing can deform it and ruin the seal. Just spin it on snug by hand until it stops. On the regulator side, the 1\/4-inch NPT is a tapered pipe thread, so a wrap of gas-rated thread sealant tape or a dab of pipe dope rated for propane keeps it leak-free. Snug that end with a wrench. Then open the cylinder valve slowly and brush every joint with a 50\/50 soap-and-water solution. Watch for bubbles. No bubbles means you're good to go.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne nice thing about the ACME connection is how fast a tank swap goes. Close the valve, spin the nut off by hand, move it to the fresh cylinder, spin it back on, leak check, done. No tools, no fuss. That's a real convenience when you're refilling on the road or dockside and just want heat and hot water back.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt 20 inches, this pigtail suits the typical tank-to-regulator run where the cylinder sits right beside or just below the regulator, which covers most RV propane trays and a lot of compact marine LP lockers. If your setup puts more distance between the tank and the regulator, measure first, because a pigtail that's stretched tight is a pigtail that'll fail early. You want a gentle curve with a little slack, never a hose pulled taut around a corner.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCompatibility is simple. As long as your cylinder has the Type 1 ACME valve, which every refillable 20 lb and 30 lb tank sold in recent years does, and your regulator has a 1\/4-inch female NPT inlet, this pigtail bridges the two. That combination is about as standard as it gets in the RV world, and it's common on boats with a proper LP locker feeding a galley range. It isn't the hose for disposable one-pound camping cylinders, and it isn't a regulator, so match it to a full-size refillable tank and an existing regulator.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLP hoses are wear items, plain and simple. Sun, ozone, road vibration, and the constant flex of connecting and disconnecting cylinders all take their toll. It's smart to look yours over at the start of every season and replace any that feel hard, show cracks near the fittings, or fail a leak check. Keeping a spare 59843 in the storage bay is cheap insurance, especially if you camp or cruise somewhere a propane fitting isn't easy to find. This is a single hose, sold without a regulator or any adapters, so if you're also updating your regulator or need a different length, plan those separately.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"nvn-features\"\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e20-inch length: bridges the common tank-to-regulator gap on RV propane trays and compact marine LP lockers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eType 1 ACME cylinder nut: hand-tightens onto any modern 20 lb or 30 lb refillable propane tank, no tools needed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e1\/4-inch male NPT regulator end: threads directly into a standard single- or two-stage LP regulator inlet.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eBuilt-in thermal protection: shuts off gas flow if the connection is exposed to high heat.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eBuilt-in excess-flow protection: closes the line if a downstream rupture causes a sudden surge of gas.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSold without a regulator: a direct replacement for a worn pigtail when your regulator is still good.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eFlexible feed hose: lets the cylinder sit beside or below the regulator with a gentle, strain-free curve.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eFits 20 lb and 30 lb refillable cylinders: matches the tanks that feed most RV and marine LP appliances.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"nvn-trust\"\u003e\n  \u003ch2\u003eWhy Buy from NVN Marine\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eAuthorized Camco reseller, full manufacturer warranty\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eNMEA member and ABYC certified, advice from real boat techs\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eSame-day shipping before 3 PM ET on in-stock items\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eNY headquarters and Fort Lauderdale flagship retail store\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"nvn-faq\"\u003e\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eDoes the Camco 59843 come with a regulator?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eNo. It's the pigtail feed hose only. You connect it to the LP regulator you already have, using the 1\/4-inch male NPT end. If your regulator is worn out too, you'll need to source that separately.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eWhat size propane tanks does it fit?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eIt's made for refillable 20 lb and 30 lb propane cylinders that use the Type 1 ACME valve, which is the standard hand-wheel connection on modern tanks. It isn't for disposable one-pound camping cylinders.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eHow long is the hose?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003e20 inches. That suits the typical run where the cylinder sits right next to or just below the regulator. Measure your setup first, and don't stretch the hose tight to reach.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eWhat are the end fittings?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eA Type 1 ACME nut on the cylinder end and a 1\/4-inch male NPT thread on the regulator end.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eDo I need tools to install it?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eThe ACME nut is hand-tighten only, so no tools on the tank side. In fact, you should never put a wrench on a Type 1 ACME nut, since over-tightening deforms it. The 1\/4-inch NPT end does get snugged with a wrench, using gas-rated thread sealant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eWhat do the thermal and excess-flow features do?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eThe thermal shutoff cuts gas flow if the fitting gets hot enough, like in a fire. The excess-flow feature closes the line if it detects a sudden surge, which is what happens if a downstream hose fails. Both add a layer of safety between the tank and your appliances.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eHow do I check for leaks after installing it?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eOpen the cylinder valve slowly, then brush a 50\/50 mix of dish soap and water over every fitting. If bubbles form, you have a leak. Tighten or reseal and test again until there are no bubbles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eHow often should I replace a propane pigtail?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eLP hoses are wear items. Inspect yours at the start of each season and replace any that feel stiff, show cracks near the fittings, or fail a soap-and-water leak check. Many owners keep a spare on hand.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eCan I use this on a boat?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eYes, if your boat has a proper LP locker with a refillable Type 1 ACME cylinder feeding a regulator with a 1\/4-inch NPT inlet. It's the same standard connection used on RVs. 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