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Chemical-Resistant PVDF Hose Fittings for Food and Beverage
- Maximum Pressure: 205 psi @ 72° F
- Temperature Range: 0° to 245° F
- Attachment Type: Use Worm-Drive Clamps or Bolt Clamps
- Specifications Met: NSF/ANSI 61, UL 94 V-0
To stand up to the harsh chemicals used to clean food-processing lines, these fittings are made of PVDF (polyvinylidene fluoride), also known as Kynar. They’ll resist degrading when exposed to strong alkali and highly acidic solutions, unlike other plastic fittings, such as those made from nylon and acetal. They are NSF/ANSI 61 certified for use in drinking water systems, and they won't impart any tastes or odors. Use them with both hot and cold substances. Since they're made of PVDF, these fittings can stand up to impact. Rated UL 94 V-0, they meet strict flammability standards.
Warning: Never use plastic hose fittings and pipe with compressed air or gas.
For technical drawings and 3-D models, click on a part number.
For Hose ID | Pipe Size | Color | Each | |
PVDF Plastic | ||||
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1/4" | 1/4 | White | 0000000 | 00000 |
1/4" | 1/2 | White | 0000000 | 0000 |
3/8" | 1/4 | White | 0000000 | 0000 |
3/8" | 3/8 | White | 0000000 | 0000 |
3/8" | 1/2 | White | 0000000 | 0000 |
1/2" | 1/4 | White | 0000000 | 0000 |
1/2" | 3/8 | White | 0000000 | 0000 |
1/2" | 1/2 | White | 0000000 | 0000 |
1/2" | 3/4 | White | 0000000 | 0000 |
5/8" | 1/2 | White | 0000000 | 0000 |
5/8" | 3/4 | White | 0000000 | 0000 |
3/4" | 1/2 | White | 0000000 | 0000 |
3/4" | 3/4 | White | 0000000 | 0000 |
Fiberglass Pipe Fittings for Corrosive Chemicals
- For Use With: Acetic Acid (75%), Alcohol, Calcium Chloride, Chlorine, Fuel Oil, Gasoline, Hydrochloric Acid (37%), Nitric Acid (10%), Oil, Phosphoric Acid, Salt Water (30%), Sodium Hydroxide (50%), Solvents, Sulfuric Acid (70%), Water
- Temperature Range: 32° to 200° F
- Specifications Met: ASTM D3567
These fittings have excellent corrosion resistance to handle a wide range of acids and other highly-corrosive chemicals. They are commonly used in metal surface treating applications, plating solution lines, and other chemical process applications. Reinforced with layers of fiberglass, they have better strength and durability than any of our other pipe fittings for chemicals. Fittings meet ASTM D3567 specifications for product dimensions.
To connect fittings to pipe, first sand the inside of the fitting and the end of the pipe to remove the surface finish. Next, mix the adhesive (sold separately) until the color is uniform with no streaks. Apply a thin layer of mixed adhesive to the sanded area of the pipe, approximately 1/8” thick. Repeat this process with the inside of the fitting, applying a layer approximately 1/16” thick. After sealant has been applied, push the fitting onto the pipe until it is fully engaged. Finally, use the adhesive-curing heat cable (sold separately) to cure the adhesive. Wrap the tape around the pipe and fitting at the joint, taking care to not overlap the tape. Once you have waited the full cure time, the pipe and fitting will be ready to use.
Warning: Never use plastic pipe fittings and pipe with compressed air or gas.
For technical drawings and 3-D models, click on a part number.
(A) | (B) | |||||||
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Pipe Size | Socket Dp. | Pipe Size | Socket Dp. | Material | Color | Max. Pressure | Each | |
2 | 1 1/2" | 1 1/2 | 1 5/16" | Fiberglass | Black | 250 psi @ 72° F | 0000000 | 0000000 |
3 | 2" | 1 1/2 | 1 1/2" | Fiberglass | Black | 250 psi @ 72° F | 0000000 | 000000 |
3 | 2" | 2 | 1 1/2" | Fiberglass | Black | 250 psi @ 72° F | 0000000 | 000000 |
4 | 2 5/8" | 2 | 1 1/2" | Fiberglass | Black | 150 psi @ 72° F | 0000000 | 000000 |
4 | 2 5/8" | 3 | 2" | Fiberglass | Black | 150 psi @ 72° F | 0000000 | 000000 |
Pipe Cement (11.8-fl. oz. Can) | 0000000 | Each | 000000 |
Voltage | Max. Heat Output, °F | Lg. | Wd. | Thick. | Plug Type | Cord Lg. | Each | |
120V AC | 270° | 6 ft. | 1" | 1/8" | Two Prong | 6 ft. | 0000000 | 0000000 |
Fiberglass Pipe for Corrosive Chemicals
- For Use With: Acetic Acid (75%), Alcohol, Calcium Chloride, Chlorine, Fuel Oil, Gasoline, Hydrochloric Acid (37%), Nitric Acid (10%), Oil, Phosphoric Acid, Salt Water (30%), Sodium Hydroxide (50%), Sulfuric Acid (70%), Water
- Temperature Range: 32° to 200° F
- Specifications Met: ASTM D2310, ASTM D3567
With excellent corrosion resistance, this pipe can handle a wide range of acids and other highly-corrosive chemicals. Use in metal surface treating applications, plating solution lines, and other chemical process applications. Layers of fiberglass give this pipe better strength and durability than any of our other pipe for chemicals. Pipe meets ASTM D2310 and ASTM D3567 specifications and testing requirements for product dimensions, performance, and material quality.
To connect fittings to pipe, first sand the inside of the fitting and the end of the pipe to remove the surface finish. Next, mix the adhesive (sold separately) until the color is uniform with no streaks. Apply a thin layer of mixed adhesive to the sanded area of the pipe, approximately 1/8” thick. Repeat this process with the inside of the fitting, applying a layer approximately 1/16” thick. After sealant has been applied, push the fitting onto the pipe until it is fully engaged. Finally, use the adhesive-curing heat cable (sold separately) to cure the adhesive. Wrap the tape around the pipe and fitting at the joint, taking care to not overlap the tape. Once you have waited the full cure time, the pipe and fitting will be ready to use.
Warning: Never use plastic pipe fittings and pipe with compressed air or gas.
For technical drawings and 3-D models, click on a part number.
5 ft. | 10 ft. | |||||||||
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Pipe Size | OD | ID | Wall Thick. | Material | Color | Max. Pressure | Each | Each | ||
1 1/2 | 1 7/8" | 1.6" | 0.14" | Fiberglass | Green | 300 psi @ 72° F | 0000000 | 0000000 | 0000000 | 0000000 |
2 | 2 3/8" | 2.06" | 0.16" | Fiberglass | Green | 250 psi @ 72° F | 0000000 | 000000 | 0000000 | 000000 |
3 | 3 1/2" | 3.07" | 0.22" | Fiberglass | Green | 250 psi @ 72° F | 0000000 | 000000 | 0000000 | 000000 |
4 | 4 1/2" | 4.03" | 0.24" | Fiberglass | Green | 150 psi @ 72° F | 0000000 | 000000 | 0000000 | 000000 |
Pipe Cement (11.8-fl. oz. Can) | 0000000 | Each | 000000 |
Voltage | Current | Max. Heat Output, °F | Lg. | Wd. | Thick. | Plug Type | Cord Lg. | Each | |
120V AC | 15 A | 270° | 6 ft. | 1" | 1/8" | Two Prong | 6 ft. | 0000000 | 0000000 |
Flame-Retardant PVDF Pipe Nipples and Pipe for Chemicals
- For Use With: Chlorine, Salt Water, Solvents
- Max. Temperature: 280° F
- Specifications Met: ASTM D3222, UL 94 V-0
- Fittings: Use Schedule 80 PVDF Plastic
- Flanges: Use Class 150 PVDF Plastic
Pipe meets UL 94 V-0 for flame retardance, so it delays the spread of flames to valuable equipment. It is PVDF (polyvinylidene fluoride), which is comparable to Kynar, and has the chemical resistance to stand up to solvents and other harsh substances. Also known as Schedule 80 pipe, it has thick walls for heavy duty chemical processing applications. Pipe meets ASTM D3222 specifications and testing requirements for material quality.
Warning: Never use plastic pipe fittings and pipe with compressed air or gas.
Sealants cannot be sold to Colorado, Connecticut, District of Columbia, Delaware, Illinois, Indiana, Massachusetts, Maryland, Maine, Michigan, New Hampshire, New Jersey, Northern Virginia, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, or Utah due to local VOC (Volatile Organic Compounds) regulations.
For technical drawings and 3-D models, click on a part number.
Connect unthreaded pipe to unthreaded female socket-connect fittings using a primer and cement (also known as solvent weld).
Pipe Size | OD | ID | Wall Thick. | Material | Color | Max. Pressure | Each | |
2 ft. | ||||||||
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1/2 | 27/32" | 0.546" | 0.147" | PVDF Plastic | Red | 290 psi @ 72° F | 00000000 | 0000000 |
3/4 | 1 3/64" | 0.742" | 0.154" | PVDF Plastic | Red | 230 psi @ 72° F | 00000000 | 000000 |
1 | 1 5/16" | 0.957" | 0.179" | PVDF Plastic | Red | 210 psi @ 72° F | 00000000 | 000000 |
1 1/2 | 1 29/32" | 1.5" | 0.2" | PVDF Plastic | Red | 160 psi @ 72° F | 00000000 | 000000 |
2 | 2 3/8" | 1.939" | 0.218" | PVDF Plastic | Red | 130 psi @ 72° F | 00000000 | 000000 |
5 ft. | ||||||||
1/2 | 27/32" | 0.546" | 0.147" | PVDF Plastic | Red | 290 psi @ 72° F | 00000000 | 000000 |
3/4 | 1 3/64" | 0.742" | 0.154" | PVDF Plastic | Red | 230 psi @ 72° F | 00000000 | 000000 |
1 | 1 5/16" | 0.957" | 0.179" | PVDF Plastic | Red | 210 psi @ 72° F | 00000000 | 000000 |
1 1/2 | 1 29/32" | 1.5" | 0.2" | PVDF Plastic | Red | 160 psi @ 72° F | 00000000 | 000000 |
2 | 2 3/8" | 1.939" | 0.218" | PVDF Plastic | Red | 130 psi @ 72° F | 00000000 | 000000 |
Chemical-Resistant PVDF Pipe Fittings for Food and Beverage
- For Use With: Beverage, Chlorine, Deionized Water, Food, Hydrochloric Acid, Phosphoric Acid
- Temperature Range: 0° to 240° F
- Specifications Met: FDA Compliant 21 CFR 177.2510, IEC 60695-11-10, NSF/ANSI 61
Made of PVDF, also known as Kynar, these fittings stand up to the harsh chemicals used to clean food processing lines. Unlike other plastic fittings, such as nylon and acetal fittings, they’ll resist degrading when exposed to strong alkali and highly acidic solutions. These fittings are FDA compliant and meet NSF/ANSI 61, so they're safe to make direct contact with food and drinking water. They also won't transfer tastes or odors to your food and beverages. Use them with both hot and cold substances. Since they're made of PVDF, these fittings can stand up to impact. They meet strict IEC standards for flame retardance, so they delay the spread of flames.
Since these fittings are threaded, you can take apart their connections for maintenance and repair. When connecting to another fitting, apply a non-hardening, plastic-compatible sealant to the male threads to prevent leaks. Tape or sealants with PTFE are not recommended for plastic-to-plastic threaded connections. When making a threaded connection, be careful not to overtighten the threads. To prevent cracks and leaks, finger tighten the fitting, then wrench-tighten one to two turns.
Warning: Never use plastic pipe fittings and pipe with compressed air or gas.
Sealants cannot be sold to Colorado, Connecticut, District of Columbia, Delaware, Illinois, Indiana, Massachusetts, Maryland, Maine, Michigan, New Hampshire, New Jersey, Northern Virginia, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, or Utah due to local VOC (Volatile Organic Compounds) regulations.
For technical drawings and 3-D models, click on a part number.
Pipe Size | Material | Color | Max. Pressure | Each | |
NPT Threads | |||||
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1/8 | PVDF Plastic | White | 200 psi @ 72° F | 0000000 | 00000 |
1/4 | PVDF Plastic | White | 200 psi @ 72° F | 0000000 | 0000 |
3/8 | PVDF Plastic | White | 200 psi @ 72° F | 0000000 | 0000 |
1/2 | PVDF Plastic | White | 200 psi @ 72° F | 0000000 | 00000 |
Non-Hardening Thread Sealant (8-oz. Brush-Top Can) | 000000 | Each | 000000 |
Pipe Size | Material | Color | Max. Pressure | Each | |
NPT Threads | |||||
---|---|---|---|---|---|
1/8 | PVDF Plastic | White | 200 psi @ 72° F | 0000000 | 00000 |
1/4 | PVDF Plastic | White | 200 psi @ 72° F | 0000000 | 0000 |
3/8 | PVDF Plastic | White | 200 psi @ 72° F | 0000000 | 0000 |
1/2 | PVDF Plastic | White | 200 psi @ 72° F | 0000000 | 0000 |
3/4 | PVDF Plastic | White | 200 psi @ 72° F | 0000000 | 0000 |
Non-Hardening Thread Sealant (8-oz. Brush-Top Can) | 000000 | Each | 000000 |
Pipe Size | Material | Color | Max. Pressure | Each | |
NPT Threads | |||||
---|---|---|---|---|---|
1/8 | PVDF Plastic | White | 200 psi @ 72° F | 0000000 | 00000 |
1/4 | PVDF Plastic | White | 200 psi @ 72° F | 0000000 | 0000 |
3/8 | PVDF Plastic | White | 200 psi @ 72° F | 0000000 | 0000 |
1/2 | PVDF Plastic | White | 200 psi @ 72° F | 0000000 | 00000 |
Non-Hardening Thread Sealant (8-oz. Brush-Top Can) | 000000 | Each | 000000 |
Pipe Size | ||||||
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
A | B | Material | Color | Max. Pressure | Each | |
NPT Threads | ||||||
1/4 | 1/8 | PVDF Plastic | White | 200 psi @ 72° F | 0000000 | 00000 |
3/8 | 1/8 | PVDF Plastic | White | 200 psi @ 72° F | 0000000 | 0000 |
3/8 | 1/4 | PVDF Plastic | White | 200 psi @ 72° F | 0000000 | 0000 |
1/2 | 1/4 | PVDF Plastic | White | 200 psi @ 72° F | 0000000 | 00000 |
1/2 | 3/8 | PVDF Plastic | White | 200 psi @ 72° F | 0000000 | 00000 |
Non-Hardening Thread Sealant (8-oz. Brush-Top Can) | 000000 | Each | 000000 |
Pipe Size | ||||||
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
A | B | Material | Color | Max. Pressure | Each | |
NPT Threads | ||||||
1/4 | 1/8 | PVDF Plastic | White | 200 psi @ 72° F | 0000000 | 00000 |
3/8 | 1/4 | PVDF Plastic | White | 200 psi @ 72° F | 0000000 | 0000 |
1/2 | 1/4 | PVDF Plastic | White | 200 psi @ 72° F | 0000000 | 00000 |
1/2 | 3/8 | PVDF Plastic | White | 200 psi @ 72° F | 0000000 | 00000 |
Non-Hardening Thread Sealant (8-oz. Brush-Top Can) | 000000 | Each | 000000 |
Pipe Size | ||||||
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
A | B | Material | Color | Max. Pressure | Each | |
NPT Threads | ||||||
1/8 | 1/4 | PVDF Plastic | White | 200 psi @ 72° F | 0000000 | 00000 |
1/4 | 1/8 | PVDF Plastic | White | 200 psi @ 72° F | 0000000 | 0000 |
1/4 | 3/8 | PVDF Plastic | White | 200 psi @ 72° F | 0000000 | 0000 |
1/4 | 1/2 | PVDF Plastic | White | 200 psi @ 72° F | 0000000 | 0000 |
3/8 | 1/4 | PVDF Plastic | White | 200 psi @ 72° F | 0000000 | 0000 |
3/8 | 1/2 | PVDF Plastic | White | 200 psi @ 72° F | 0000000 | 0000 |
1/2 | 1/8 | PVDF Plastic | White | 200 psi @ 72° F | 0000000 | 00000 |
1/2 | 1/4 | PVDF Plastic | White | 200 psi @ 72° F | 0000000 | 00000 |
1/2 | 3/8 | PVDF Plastic | White | 200 psi @ 72° F | 0000000 | 00000 |
Non-Hardening Thread Sealant (8-oz. Brush-Top Can) | 000000 | Each | 000000 |
Pipe Size | Drive Size | Material | Color | Max. Pressure | Each | |
NPT Threads | ||||||
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
1/8 | 7/16" | PVDF Plastic | White | 200 psi @ 72° F | 0000000 | 00000 |
1/4 | 9/16" | PVDF Plastic | White | 200 psi @ 72° F | 0000000 | 0000 |
3/8 | 21/32" | PVDF Plastic | White | 200 psi @ 72° F | 0000000 | 0000 |
1/2 | 7/8" | PVDF Plastic | White | 200 psi @ 72° F | 0000000 | 0000 |
Non-Hardening Thread Sealant (8-oz. Brush-Top Can) | 000000 | Each | 000000 |
Check Valves with Barbed Fittings for Harsh Chemicals
Prevent backflow in chemical tubing lines. These valves have barbed fittings that grip onto tubing, providing a secure hold. The plastic body and fluoroelastomer seal provide excellent chemical resistance. Valves open to allow flow in one direction and close when flow stops or reverses.
PVDF valve resists abrasion and UV light.
For technical drawings and 3-D models, click on a part number.
- For Use With: Air, Butane, Chlorine, Citric Acid, Deionized Water, Diesel Fuel, Ethanol, Ethylene Glycol, Gasoline, Hydrochloric Acid, Nitric Acid, Oil, Propane, Salt Water, Soap Solutions, Sodium Hypochlorite, Sulfuric Acid, Water
- Diaphragm Material: Fluoroelastomer Rubber
- Seal Material: Fluoroelastomer Rubber
For Tube ID | Max. Pressure | Min. Opening Pressure, psi | Temperature Range, °F | Color | End-to-End Lg. | Each | |
Barbed × Barbed | |||||||
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1/4" | 15 psi @ 70° F | 0.5 | -20° to 250° | White | 1 21/32" | 00000000 | 00000 |