How to Identify and Measure Fittings
Pipe size is an industry designation, not the actual size. View information about how to measure threaded and unthreaded pipe and pipe fittings.
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Low-Pressure Press-Connect Steel Unthreaded Pipe Fittings
- For Use On:
EPDM Rubber O-Ring: Ethylene Glycol, Propylene Glycol, Water
Buna-N Rubber O-Ring: Air, Lubricants, Propane, Fuel Oil, Natural Gas, Diesel Fuel - Specifications Met:
EPDM Rubber O-Ring: ASME B31,1, ASME B31.3, ASME B31.9, FM 1920, UL 213
Buna-N Rubber O-Ring: ASME B31.1, ASME B31.3, ASME B31.9, ANSI LC4/CSA 6.32, International Fuel Gas Code - Maximum Pressure:
EPDM Rubber O-Ring: 200 psi @ 72° F
Buna-N Rubber O-Ring: 125 psi @ 72° F - Pipe Nipples and Pipe: Use Schedule 40 Steel
- Flanges: Use Class 150 Steel
Crimp these fittings onto steel pipe to form a tightly sealed connection that’s faster than threading or welding and doesn’t require heat. An internal gripping ring and rubber O-ring create a secure seal when crimped. They are designed to leak if fittings have not been crimped; a colored dot marks the leak path so it's easy to spot unsealed connections. These steel fittings are coated in zinc-nickel to resist corrosion, but will rust if frequently exposed to saltwater or harsh chemicals. They are comparable to Viega MegaPress steel fittings.
Fittings meet ASME B31 code requirements for use in pressure piping systems.
Buna-N rubber O-rings hold up to natural gas, propane, diesel fuel, lubricants, and other oils. Fittings with these O-rings are often used in fuel gas systems and air lines. They meet the ANSI LC4/CSA 6.32 standard for fuel gas systems and comply with the International Fuel Gas Code.
Crimping tools seal fittings in less than five seconds. These tools are cordless, so you can take them to any job. Connect the jaw or ring that matches your pipe size to these tools, then pull the trigger to crimp the fitting. The pivoting head lets you access connections from any angle.
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Voltage | No. Included | Cap., amp-hrs. | Battery Charger Included | Battery Charging Time, min. | Compatible With | Each | |
| 18V DC | 2 | 3 | Yes | 39 | Viega MegaPress Viega ProPress Viega ProPress XL-C | 00000000 | 000000000 |
Jaw and ring sets include three jaws, three rings, and one ring actuator jaw. Jaws are for pipe sizes 1/2 to 1; they fit directly into the crimping tool. Rings are for pipe sizes 1 1/4 to 2; clip the ring around the fitting and use the ring actuator jaw and crimping tool to press the open ends together.
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| Size | Material | For Manufacturer | For Manufacturer Model No. | Compatible With | Includes | Container Type | Each | |
| 1/2, 3/4, 1, 1 1/4, 1 1/2, 2 | Stainless Steel, Steel | Ridgid | RP 340 | Viega MegaPress | One Ring Actuator Jaw Three Jaws (1/2-1 Pipe Size) Three Rings (1 1/4-2 Pipe Size) | Carrying Case | 00000000 | 000000000 |
Threaded Hose Fittings for Compressed Gas
Use these fittings to connect welding hose to pressure regulators and torches. They are also known as CGA (Compressed Gas Association) fittings. Fittings 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.
- Maximum Pressure: 200 psi @ 72° F
- Maximum Temperature: 120° F
| CGA Number | Gas Fitting Size | Thread Size | Thread Type | Thread Direction | Chain Lg. | For Use With | Each | |
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| 023 | B | 9/16"-18 | UN/UNF (CGA) | Left Hand | 6" | Acetylene, Butane, Fuel Gases, LP Gas, Natural Gas, Propane | 0000000 | 00000 |
Quick-Disconnect Hose Couplings for Compressed Gas
Use these couplings to quickly link and unlink welding hoses, torches, and pressure regulators. They consist of a plug and socket that are sold together as a set of two—you’ll get one right-hand connection for oxygen and one left-hand connection for fuel gas. The connections are noninterchangeable and color coded so you can’t mix lines. The male threaded ends attach to threaded welding hose, and the female threaded ends attach to a torch or pressure regulator. To connect couplings, push the plug into the socket; the sleeve on the socket has a spring-loaded lock for gas-tight connections. To disconnect, pull back on the socket sleeve and twist to release the plug. The sockets have a shut-off valve that stops the flow when the coupling is separated so gas won’t leak from the line. The sockets also have a built-in check valve to prevent gas backflow. Couplings are also known as CGA (Compressed Gas Association) couplings. They are brass for good corrosion resistance.
Couplings with left-hand threads are identified with a notch in the nut.
Note: Couplings have a CGA number that corresponds to a specific type of gas. Make sure the CGA number of the coupling matches the CGA number of your tank and other system components.
- Maximum Pressure: 200 psi @ 72° F
- Maximum Temperature: 120° F
- Specifications Met: OSHA 29 CFR 1915.55, OSHA 29 CFR 1917.152, OSHA 29 CFR 1926.350, UL Listed
| Includes | Gas Fitting Size | Thread Size | Thread Type | Thread Direction | For Use With | Each | |
| One CGA 022 Coupling Adapter (Male Hose Plug × Female Torch Socket) One CGA 023 Coupling Adapter (Male Hose Plug × Female Torch Socket) | B | 9/16"-18 | UN/UNF (CGA) | Right Hand (CGA 022), Left Hand (CGA 023) | Acetylene, Butane, Fuel Gases, LP Gas, Natural Gas, Oxygen, Propane | 000000 | 0000000 |
- Maximum Pressure: 200 psi @ 72° F
- Maximum Temperature: 120° F
- Specifications Met: OSHA 29 CFR 1915.55, OSHA 29 CFR 1917.152, OSHA 29 CFR 1926.350, UL Listed
| Includes | Gas Fitting Size | Thread Size | Thread Type | Thread Direction | For Use With | Each | |
| One CGA 022 Coupling Adapter (Male Hose Plug × Female Regulator Socket) One CGA 023 Coupling Adapter (Male Hose Plug × Female Regulator Socket) | B | 9/16"-18 | UN/UNF (CGA) | Right Hand (CGA 022), Left Hand (CGA 023) | Acetylene, Butane, Fuel Gases, LP Gas, Natural Gas, Oxygen, Propane | 000000 | 0000000 |
- Maximum Pressure: 200 psi @ 72° F
- Maximum Temperature: 120° F
- Specifications Met: OSHA 29 CFR 1915.55, OSHA 29 CFR 1917.152, OSHA 29 CFR 1926.350, UL Listed
| Includes | Gas Fitting Size | Thread Size | Thread Type | Thread Direction | For Use With | Each | |
| One CGA 022 Coupling Adapter (Male Hose Plug × Male Hose Socket) One CGA 023 Coupling Adapter (Male Hose Plug × Male Hose Socket) | B | 9/16"-18 | UN/UNF (CGA) | Right Hand (CGA 022), Left Hand (CGA 023) | Acetylene, Butane, Fuel Gases, LP Gas, Natural Gas, Oxygen, Propane | 000000 | 0000000 |
Minimal-Spill Push-and-Turn Hose Couplings for Natural and LP Gas
Often used for loading and unloading gas tankers, these couplings are tough enough to handle frequent connections and designed to be virtually spill-free. The socket has a rubber lip and large handles that protect it if it’s dropped. To connect, simply push the plug into the socket and twist 90°. Also known as dry disconnects and double-shut off couplings, both the plug and the socket have a shut-off valve that holds your line when they’re separated. A close fit between the plug and socket means there's little room for gas to leak when you disconnect them. This further reduces the risk of leaks and burns from contact with extremely cold gases such as liquified petroleum (LP). The socket swivels, so you won’t have to twist your hose to attach the plug. Made of stainless steel, these couplings resist corrosion from harsh chemicals and salt water.
A complete coupling consists of a plug and a socket (both sold separately).
