3/8" NPT Thread-In Analog Fan Controller Thermostat
3/8" NPT Thread-In Analog Fan Controller Thermostat
SKU: SKU: HC7116
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Product Details
Features
- Activates electric cooling fans at 185°F on, 165°F off for consistent fan control
- Thread-in design installs directly into the coolant stream — no housing needed
- Universal 3/8" NPT fit for custom cooling systems and compatible fan controllers
- Single male terminal for straightforward electric fan wiring connection
Description
This thread-in fan controller switch activates electric cooling fans at a preset temperature range — turning fans on at 185°F and off at 165°F — for consistent electric fan operation in custom cooling systems. The 3/8" NPT thread-in design installs directly into a threaded port in the coolant stream, with a single male terminal for wiring to a compatible fan relay or controller.
This is a temperature-activated fan control switch, not a coolant-flow thermostat — it does not regulate coolant circulation through the engine. It's a universal-fit component sized to a 3/8" NPT threaded port rather than a specific vehicle or engine, commonly installed in a radiator, water neck, or block port with a matching thread size and adequate depth for accurate temperature sensing.
Use thread sealant (Teflon tape or pipe thread sealant) on installation — dry-fitting NPT threads can result in coolant leaks.
Installation Requirements
This switch requires adequate thread engagement into the coolant stream for an accurate temperature reading — confirm your radiator, water neck, or block port depth matches the sensor's threaded length before installing. Apply thread sealant to the 0.375" NPT threads, since NPT fittings installed dry commonly leak.
Wiring
The single male terminal connects to a compatible fan relay or controller wiring setup — this switch triggers fan activation but doesn't independently power the fan, so it needs to be wired into an existing or compatible electric fan control circuit.
Specs
| Fan Off Temperature | 165 deg. F |
| Fan On Temperature | 185 deg. F |
| Terminal Gender | Male |
| Terminal Quantity | 1 |
| Terminal Type | Thread-in |
| Thread Diameter | 0.375 in. NPT |
Engine Fitment
COMPATIBLE WITH
UNIVERSAL COOLING SYSTEM APPLICATIONS
• Custom cooling system setups
• Radiator hose installations
• Street performance and replacement cooling systems
NOTES
• Use appropriate thread sealant (Teflon tape or pipe thread sealant) on the 0.375 in. NPT threads when installing — dry-fitting NPT threads can result in coolant leaks.
• Sensor must be installed with adequate thread engagement into the coolant stream for accurate temperature reading — confirm port depth on your radiator, water neck, or block matches the sensor's threaded length before installation.
• This is a temperature-activated fan control switch, not a coolant-flow thermostat — it triggers electric fan operation and does not regulate coolant circulation through the engine.
COMMON VEHICLE APPLICATIONS
Classic cars and hot rods
Street performance vehicles
Trucks and SUVs
Custom engine swap applications
Q&A
Is this a coolant-flow thermostat or a fan switch?
This is an electric cooling fan switch, not a coolant-flow thermostat. It controls fan activation based on coolant temperature; a separate thermostat is required to regulate coolant flow through the engine.
What temperatures does this switch activate at?
The switch turns the fan on at 185°F and off at 165°F.
Will this fit my specific vehicle?
This is a universal-fit component with 3/8" NPT threads. Fitment depends on your radiator, water neck, intake, or engine having a compatible 3/8" NPT coolant port rather than on vehicle make or model.
Do I need thread sealant to install this?
Yes — use a coolant-compatible thread sealant suitable for NPT threads. Follow the manufacturer's installation instructions, particularly if the switch requires electrical grounding through its threaded body.
How do I know if my port is deep enough for accurate sensing?
Verify that the port provides adequate thread engagement and positions the sensing portion of the switch in the coolant flow without bottoming out or interfering with surrounding components.
Does this include the wiring or relay for my fan?
No — this switch has a single male electrical terminal for connection to a compatible fan control circuit. Any required wiring, relay, or controller must be sourced separately.
Emissions Notice
This product does not affect vehicle emissions and is not subject to emissions compliance regulations.
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This fan switch was easy to add to my cooling setup and has been working consistently. I like that it automatically turns the electric fan on at 185°F and shuts it back off at 165°F, so I do not have to monitor the temperature manually.
3/8" NPT Thread-In Analog Fan Controller Thermostat
This thread-in fan controller switch activates electric cooling fans at a preset temperature range — turning fans on at 185°F and off at 165°F — for consistent electric fan operation in custom cooling systems. The 3/8" NPT thread-in design installs directly into a threaded port in the coolant stream, with a single male terminal for wiring to a compatible fan relay or controller.
This is a temperature-activated fan control switch, not a coolant-flow thermostat — it does not regulate coolant circulation through the engine. It's a universal-fit component sized to a 3/8" NPT threaded port rather than a specific vehicle or engine, commonly installed in a radiator, water neck, or block port with a matching thread size and adequate depth for accurate temperature sensing.
Use thread sealant (Teflon tape or pipe thread sealant) on installation — dry-fitting NPT threads can result in coolant leaks.
Installation Requirements
This switch requires adequate thread engagement into the coolant stream for an accurate temperature reading — confirm your radiator, water neck, or block port depth matches the sensor's threaded length before installing. Apply thread sealant to the 0.375" NPT threads, since NPT fittings installed dry commonly leak.
Wiring
The single male terminal connects to a compatible fan relay or controller wiring setup — this switch triggers fan activation but doesn't independently power the fan, so it needs to be wired into an existing or compatible electric fan control circuit.
COMPATIBLE WITH
UNIVERSAL COOLING SYSTEM APPLICATIONS
• Custom cooling system setups
• Radiator hose installations
• Street performance and replacement cooling systems
NOTES
• Use appropriate thread sealant (Teflon tape or pipe thread sealant) on the 0.375 in. NPT threads when installing — dry-fitting NPT threads can result in coolant leaks.
• Sensor must be installed with adequate thread engagement into the coolant stream for accurate temperature reading — confirm port depth on your radiator, water neck, or block matches the sensor's threaded length before installation.
• This is a temperature-activated fan control switch, not a coolant-flow thermostat — it triggers electric fan operation and does not regulate coolant circulation through the engine.
COMMON VEHICLE APPLICATIONS
Classic cars and hot rods
Street performance vehicles
Trucks and SUVs
Custom engine swap applications
SPECIFICATIONS
Fan Off Temperature: 165 deg. F
Fan On Temperature: 185 deg. F
Terminal Gender: Male
Terminal Quantity: 1
Terminal Type: Thread-in
Thread Diameter: 0.375 in. NPT