Watts LFA96 Brass Hose Barb x Male Pipe 3/16-Inch B x 1/4-Inch MIP Durable, lead-free brass is an excellent choice, with all barbs manufactured to highest quality standards and tolerances This barb fitting is easy to use for both contractors and the do-it-yourselfer Excellent for use with plastic tubing Lead-free brass is not more than a weighted average of 0.25% lead when used with respect to the wetted surfaces of pipes and pipe and plumbing fittings and fixtures Not for underground use