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Push-to-Connect Fittings for Plastic Tubing—Food and Beverage
- Temperature Range: 35° to 140° F
- Tubing: See table
- Specifications Met:
White Polypropylene: NSF/ANSI 51, NSF/ANSI 61
Black Polypropylene: FDA Compliant 21 CFR 176.170, NSF/ANSI 58, NSF/ANSI 372
Acetal: NSF/ANSI 51, NSF/ANSI 61
Also known as instant fittings, these connect to tubing with a push, and an internal gripping ring and O-ring hold the tubing tight. To disconnect fittings with a release ring, push on the release ring and pull the tubing out of the fitting.
Polypropylene fittings have excellent impact and abrasion resistance. They meet NSF/ANSI standards for safe use with food. Some are also FDA compliant for indirect contact with food.
Black fittings have excellent UV resistance and are suitable for outdoor environments.
Fittings with UNS threads are also known as faucet connectors; they attach directly to a faucet threaded inlet or water line.
For technical drawings and 3-D models, click on a part number.
| For Tube OD | Thread Size  | Material | Max. Pressure | For Tube Hardness Rating | For Tube Hardness | Release Ring Color | Each | |
White | ||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
UNS Threads | ||||||||
| 1/4" | 7/16"-24 | Polypropylene Plastic | 150 psi @ 72° F | Hard | Durometer 50D-70D | White | 0000000 | 00000 |
| 3/8" | 7/16"-24 | Polypropylene Plastic | 150 psi @ 72° F | Hard | Durometer 50D-70D | White | 0000000 | 0000 |
Black | ||||||||
UNS Threads | ||||||||
| 1/4" | 7/16"-24 | Polypropylene Plastic | 150 psi @ 72° F | Hard | Durometer 50D-70D | Black | 00000000 | 0000 |
| 5/16" | 7/16"-24 | Polypropylene Plastic | 150 psi @ 72° F | Hard | Durometer 50D-70D | Black | 00000000 | 0000 |
Plastic Push-to-Connect Tube Fittings for Chemicals
- For Use With: Inch: Acetic Acid, Alcohol, Arsenic Acid, Benzoic Acid, Fluoboric Acid, Hydrochloric Acid, Nitric Acid, Sodium Carbonate, Sulfuric Acid
Metric: Acetic Acid, Alcohol, Arsenic Acid, Benzoic Acid, Fluoboric Acid, Sodium Carbonate, Sulfuric Acid - Temperature Range: Inch: 0° to 270° F
Metric: 32° to 175° F - Tubing: Use with hard (Durometer 55D-60D) FEP plastic
Also known as instant fittings, these chemical-resistant plastic fittings connect to tubing with a push, and an internal gripping ring and fluoroelastomer O-ring hold the tubing tight. To disconnect, push on the release ring and pull the tubing out of the fitting.
PVDF fittings offer excellent chemical resistance, and can be used with hydrochloric acid and nitric acid. They withstand temperatures up to 270° F, higher than other push-to-connect fittings for chemicals. They are produced in a clean room and are bagged individually to prevent dirt and moisture from contaminating the inside. PVDF is also known as Kynar.
Fittings with UNS threads are also known as faucet connectors; they attach directly to a faucet threaded inlet or water line.
For technical drawings and 3-D models, click on a part number.
| For Tube OD | Thread Size | Material | Color | Release Ring Color | Max. Pressure | Each | |
UNS Threads | |||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1/4" | 7/16"-24 | PVDF Plastic | Black | Gray | 300 psi @ 72° F | 00000000 | 00000 |
Nuts for High-Pressure Nipples for Compressed Gas
Slide a high-pressure hose nipple for compressed gas into one of these nuts to connect a pipe to the inlet of a pressure regulator. They are also known as CGA (Compressed Gas Association) nuts and inlet nuts.
Brass nuts have good corrosion resistance and are softer than 316 stainless steel nuts, so they're easier to thread together. 316 stainless steel nuts have excellent corrosion resistance.
Note: Nuts have a CGA, BS, or DIN number that corresponds to a specific type of gas. Choose a nut with the same number as your tank and other system components.
For technical drawings and 3-D models, click on a part number.
- Maximum Pressure: See table
- Maximum Temperature: 120° F, except DIN 477 No. 9: 250° F
| Number | Thread Size | Thread Type | Thread Direction | Max. Pressure | For Use With | Each | |
316 Stainless Steel | |||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CGA 705 | 1.125"-14 | UNS | Right Hand | 3,000 psi @ 72° F | Ammonia | 000000000 | 000000 |
- Maximum Pressure: See table
- Maximum Temperature: 120° F, except DIN 477 No. 12: 250° F
| Number | Thread Size | Thread Type | Thread Direction | Max. Pressure | For Use With | Each | |
Brass | |||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CGA 296 | 0.803"-14 | UNS | Right Hand | 3,000 psi @ 72° F | Oxygen Mixtures | 000000000 | 00000 |
High-Pressure Threaded Fittings for Compressed Gas
Designed to handle high-pressure welding applications, these fittings are commonly used to connect pressure regulators to compressed gas tanks or cylinders. Fittings are also known as CGA (Compressed Gas Association) fittings. They are brass for good corrosion resistance.
Fittings with left-hand threads are identified with a notch in the nut.
Note: Fittings have a CGA number that corresponds to a specific type of gas. Choose a fitting with the same CGA number as your tank and other system components.
For technical drawings and 3-D models, click on a part number.
- Maximum Pressure: 3,000 psi @ 72° F
- Maximum Temperature: 120° F
CGA Number | Tank Connection | Regulator Connection | ||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tank | Regulator | Thread Size | Thread Type | Thread Direction | Thread Size | Thread Type | Thread Direction | For Use With | Each | |
Brass | ||||||||||
| 296 | 590 | 0.803"-14 | UNS | Right Hand | 0.960"-14 | NGO | Left Hand | Oxygen Mixtures, Sulfur Hexafluoride | 0000000 | 000000 |
Black-Phosphate Steel Easy-to-Install Thread-Locking Inserts
A black-phosphate finish provides mild corrosion resistance. Also known as E-Z Lok, these inserts use Loctite® adhesive to keep them in place. The adhesive reaches full strength after 72 hours. Installation requires a drill bit and a standard tap. Then set the insert with a bolt and two nuts, or use an installation bit.
Choose inserts with a thick wall for greater strength than thin-wall inserts, or to fill a large hole.
To drive slotted inserts, you can use a slotted screwdriver instead of using an installation bit or a bolt and two nuts.
For technical drawings and 3-D models, click on a part number.
Black-Phosphate Steel Key-Locking Inserts
A black-phosphate finish provides mild corrosion resistance. Drive the keys into the surrounding material for a more secure hold than thread-locking inserts. Use them to repair or change threads in soft metals such as aluminum. They’re comparable to Keensert® inserts. Installation requires a drill bit, a standard tap, an installation tool, and a hammer.
Choose inserts with a thick wall for greater strength than thin-wall inserts, or to fill a large hole with stripped threads.
For technical drawings and 3-D models, click on a part number.
Key-Locking Inserts with Installation Tool
Drive the keys into the surrounding material for a more secure hold than thread-locking inserts. These inserts are used to repair or convert threads in soft metals such as aluminum. They’re comparable to Keensert® inserts.
Black-phosphate steel inserts are mildly corrosion resistant.
Choose inserts with a thick wall for greater strength than thin-wall inserts, or to fill a large hole.
For technical drawings and 3-D models, click on a part number.
| Thread Size | For Tap Thread Size | Installed Lg. | Drill Bit Size | For Max. Hole Dia. | No. of Locking Keys | No. of Inserts Included | Each | |
Black-Phosphate Steel with Thick Wall | ||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1"-14 | 1 3/8"-12 | 1 3/8" | 1 5/16" | 1 5/16" | 4 | 2 | 000000000 | 000000 |
Thread Adapters for Mini Connectors
Thread Adapters for Harsh Environment Mini Connectors
Join two connectors that both have internal threads.
For technical drawings and 3-D models, click on a part number.
Swivels for Container-Mount Grease Dispenser Nozzles
Move grease-dispensing guns in any direction without kinking the outlet hose.
For technical drawings and 3-D models, click on a part number.
| Type | Connection | Max. Grease Outlet Pressure, psi | Swivel Angle | Material | Each | |
90° Elbow | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Reducing Adapter | 1/2"-27 UNS Male × 1/4 NPT Male | 5,000 | 360° | Steel | 0000000 | 0000000 |
Straight | ||||||
| Reducing Adapter | 1/2"-27 UNS Male × 1/4 NPT Male | 7,500 | 360° | Steel | 0000000 | 00000 |
Z-Swivel | ||||||
| Reducing Adapter | 1/2"-27 UNS Male × 1/4 NPT Male | 7,500 | 360° | Steel | 0000000 | 000000 |