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About Gas Regulators

About Pressure-Relief Valves

For Use With: Argon, Carbon Dioxide, Helium, Hydrogen, Methane, Nitrogen, Oxygen
Specifications Met: ASME BPVC.VIII
Temperature Range: -320° to 150° F

These valves meet ASME Code Section VIII for use with cryogenic pressure vessels. Rated for use with argon, carbon dioxide, helium, hydrogen, methane, nitrogen, and oxygen, they are cleaned and bagged for oxygen service and other high-purity applications. All spring fully open at the set pressure and remain open until the system pressure is restored below the set pressure. Attach a drain line to the threaded relief port for remote discharge.

For technical drawings and 3-D models, click on a part number.

Inlet			Relief Port
Pipe Size	Location	Maximum Pressure, psi	Pipe Size	Location	Overall Ht.	Valve Type	Choose a Set Pressure, psi		Each
NPT Male Inlet and NPT Female Relief Port
Brass Body and Seal
1/2	Bottom	600	3/4	Side	6 9/16"	Pop Safety	20, 30, 40, 50, 60, 70, 80, 90, 100, 110, 120, 130, 140, 150, 160, 170, 180, 190, 200, 210, 220, 230, 240, 250, 260, 270, 280, 290, 300	0000000	0000000
3/4	Bottom	600	1	Side	6 9/16"	Pop Safety	20, 30, 40, 50, 60, 70, 80, 90, 100, 110, 120, 130, 140, 150, 160, 170, 180, 190, 200, 210, 220, 230, 240, 250, 260, 270, 280, 290, 300	0000000	000000

Easy-Read Tank-Mount Pressure-Regulating Valves with Flowmeter for Inert Gas

Male Inlet × Female Outlet With One Flowmeter

Female Inlet × Male Outlet With One Flowmeter

Flowmeters let you see the gas flow rate from a distance. These valves automatically reduce a high inlet pressure from compressed gas tanks to a lower, stable outlet pressure. All have Compressed Gas Association (CGA) numbered inlet fittings for secure connections to compressed gas tanks. Choose a valve with the same CGA number as your tank and other system components. They have a gauge for monitoring inlet pressure from the tank.

Single-stage valves reduce pressure in one step, which causes the outlet pressure to fluctuate slightly as you empty the tank. They’re best for applications where a constant outlet pressure isn’t critical.

Valves with one flowmeter are for one piece of equipment on a tank. The flowmeter has a single scale.

Adapters (sold separately) change 5/8"-18 outlets to 9/16"-18 male connections, and vice versa.

For Use With Helium and Hydrogen

Inlet					Outlet					Material
CGA Number	Location	Thread Direction	Pressure Gauge Range, psi	Stage	Thread Size	Location	Thread Direction	Flow Range, scfh	Number of Flowmeters	Body	Seal	Diaphragm		Each
UNF Female Outlet × NGO Male Inlet
CGA 580	Side	Right Hand	0 to 4,000	Single	5/8"-18	Side	Right Hand	0 to 100 (Helium), 0 to 140 (Hydrogen)	1	Brass	PTFE	Neoprene	000000000	0000000

Optional Adapter

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For Use With Hydrogen

Inlet					Outlet					Material
CGA Number	Location	Thread Direction	Pressure Gauge Range, psi	Stage	Thread Size	Location	Thread Direction	Flow Range, scfh	Number of Flowmeters	Body	Seal	Diaphragm		Each
UNF Male Outlet × NGO Female Inlet
CGA 350	Side	Left Hand	0 to 3,000	Single	9/16"-18	Side	Left Hand	0 to 40	1	Brass	PTFE	Neoprene	000000000	0000000

Optional Adapter

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Tank-Mount Pressure-Regulating Valves for Fuel Gases

For Use With: See Table
Temperature Range: -20° to 120° F

Attach these valves to acetylene, hydrogen, methane, propane, or propylene tanks to reduce a high inlet pressure to a lower, stable outlet pressure. They have Compressed Gas Association (CGA) numbered inlet fittings for secure connections to compressed gas tanks. Choose a valve with the same CGA number as your tank and other system components. Valves come with a gauge to monitor outlet pressure and a gauge to monitor inlet pressure from the tank.

Choose a valve with a maximum outlet pressure that’s approximately twice your application’s normal operating pressure. Your operating pressure should never exceed 75% of the valve’s maximum outlet pressure.

Two-stage valves progressively reduce pressure over two steps for more consistent outlet pressure at all times. They’re often used in applications that require a constant outlet pressure regardless of the tank level.

Valves with a brass body have a longer service life than valves with a brass and steel body.

Single-Stage Valves

Male Outlet × Female Inlet Single-Stage Valve With T-Handle

Inlet				Outlet					Material
CGA Number	Location	Thread Direction	Pressure Gauge Range, psi	Thread Size	Location	Thread Direction	Pressure Range, psi	Pressure Adjustment Method	Body	Seal	Diaphragm		Each
For Use With Hydrogen
UNF Male Outlet × NGO Female Inlet
CGA 350	Side	Left Hand	0 to 4,000	9/16"-18	Side	Left Hand	0 to 125	T-Handle	Brass	PTFE	Rubber	000000	0000000

Two-Stage Valves

Male Outlet × Female Inlet Two-Stage Valve With Knob

Inlet				Outlet				Material
CGA Number	Location	Thread Direction	Pressure Gauge Range, psi	Thread Size	Location	Thread Direction	Pressure Range, psi	Body	Seal	Diaphragm		Each
For Use With Hydrogen and Methane
UNF Male Outlet × NGO Female Inlet
CGA 350	Side	Left Hand	0 to 4,000	9/16"-18	Side	Left Hand	2 to 40	Brass	Neoprene	Rubber	0000000	0000000

High-Purity Tank-Mount Pressure-Regulating Valves for Fuel Gases

Single Stage

Two Stage

For Use With: Hydrogen, Methane
Temperature Range: -20° to 120° F

Designed to reduce contaminants in high-purity applications using hydrogen and methane gas, these valves have a stainless steel and brass body with a smooth finish to reduce dust collection and internal components designed to protect the seal and diaphragm from contamination. They’re often used in research sample systems, emission monitoring systems, and chromatography. Valves automatically reduce a high inlet pressure from compressed gas tanks to a lower, stable outlet pressure. All have Compressed Gas Association (CGA) numbered inlet fittings for secure connections to compressed gas tanks. Choose a valve with the same CGA number as your tank and other system components. Outlet fittings are Swagelok® for a leak-free seal around hard metal tubing in high-pressure lines. Also known as instrumentation fittings, Swagelok® fittings are compatible with Parker A-Lok, Gyrolok, Bilok, and Tylok fittings. Valves come with a gauge to monitor outlet pressure and a gauge to monitor inlet pressure from the tank.

Inlet					Outlet
CGA Number	Location	Thread Direction	Pressure Gauge Range, psi	Stage	For Tube OD	Location	Pressure Range, psi	Pressure Adjustment Method		Each
Swagelok® Female Outlet × NGO Female Inlet
Brass/Stainless Steel Body—316 Stainless Steel Diaphragm and PTFE Seal with Relief Valve
CGA 350	Side	Left Hand	0 to 4,000	Single	1/4"	Side	0 to 15	Knob	0000000	0000000
CGA 350	Side	Left Hand	0 to 4,000	Single	1/4"	Side	0 to 125	Knob	0000000	000000
CGA 350	Side	Left Hand	0 to 4,000	Two	1/4"	Side	0 to 15	Knob	0000000	000000
CGA 350	Side	Left Hand	0 to 4,000	Two	1/4"	Side	0 to 125	Knob	0000000	000000
CGA 350	Side	Left Hand	0 to 4,000	Two	1/4"	Side	0 to 500	Knob	0000000	000000

Pressure-Regulating Valves for Fuel Gases

With T-Handle

For Use With: See Table
Temperature Range: See Table

Install these valves directly in gas distribution pipelines for acetylene, hydrogen, or propane. They automatically reduce a high inlet pressure to a lower, stable outlet pressure. Valves have two outlets to fit various pipe configurations and come with a plug to close the unused outlet. The gauge monitors outlet pressure. All valves are single stage and reduce pressure in one step, which causes the outlet pressure to fluctuate.

	Inlet			Outlet
For Use With	Pipe Size	Location	Max. Pressure, psi	Pipe Size	Location	Pressure Adjustment Method	Pressure Gauge Range, psi	Temperature Range, ° F	End-to-End Lg.	Port-to-Port Lg.		Each
NPT Female
Brass Body—Stainless Steel Diaphragm and Neoprene Seal
Hydrogen, Propane	1/4	Side	500	1/4	Bottom, Side	T-Handle	0 to 60	0° to 120°	2.40"	1.01"	0000000	0000000
Hydrogen, Propane	1/4	Side	500	1/4	Bottom, Side	T-Handle	0 to 200	0° to 120°	2.40"	1.01"	0000000	000000

Welding Gas Flashback Arresters for Torches

Standard and High Flow

Quick Disconnect

These arresters attach directly to torches that cut steel up to 8" thick. They extinguish flames and have a check valve to stop reverse gas flow. They are reusable; resetting is not required after flashback.

Arresters with right-hand threads are for use with oxygen; arresters with left-hand threads are for use with acetylene, hydrogen, and propane.

High-flow arresters give you twice the airflow rate compared to standard flashback arresters when they’re used at the same inlet pressure. They are often used with larger torch tips.

Quick-disconnect arresters have a fitting that connects and disconnects them from your torch, so you don't have to thread these arresters on and off with a wrench.

With Left-Hand Threads

Male Hose Connection		Female Hose Connection		Max. Pressure, psi
Thread Size	Thread Type	Thread Size	Thread Type	Acetylene	Hydrogen	Propane	Material	Specifications Met		Each
Standard
9/16"-18	UNF	9/16"-18	UNF	15	50	50	Brass	EN 730, ISO 5175	00000000	000000
High Flow
3/8"-24	UNF	3/8"-24	UNF	15	50	50	Brass	EN 730, ISO 5175	0000000	00000
9/16"-18	UNF	9/16"-18	UNF	15	50	50	Brass	EN 730, ISO 5175	00000000	000000
7/8"-14	UNF	7/8"-14	UNF	15	50	50	Brass	EN 730, ISO 5175	00000000	000000
Quick Disconnect
9/16"-18	UNF	9/16"-18	UNF	15	50	72	Brass	EN 561, ISO 7289	00000000	00000

With Right-Hand and Left-Hand Threads

Male Hose Connection		Female Hose Connection		Max. Pressure, psi
Thread Size	Thread Type	Thread Size	Thread Type	Oxygen	Acetylene	Hydrogen	Propane	Material	Specifications Met		Pair
Standard
9/16"-18	UNF	9/16"-18	UNF	143	15	50	50	Brass	EN 730, ISO 5175	00000000	0000000

Welding Gas Flashback Arresters for Regulators

Standard and High Flow

Quick Disconnect

Attach these arresters to the outlet connection of a regulator on a torch that cuts steel up to 11" thick. Arresters extinguish flames and have a check valve to stop reverse gas flow. They are reusable; resetting is not required after flashback.

Arresters with right-hand threads are for use with oxygen. Arresters with left-hand threads are for use with acetylene, hydrogen, and propane.

High-flow arresters give you twice the airflow rate compared to standard flashback arresters when they’re used at the same inlet pressure. They are often used with larger torch tips.

Quick-disconnect arresters have a fitting that connects and disconnects them from your torch, so you don't have to thread these arresters on and off with a wrench.

Left-Hand Threads—UNF Male × UNF Female

	Max. Pressure, psi
Thread Size	Acetylene	Hydrogen	Propane	Material	Specifications Met		Each
Standard
3/8"-24	15	50	50	Brass	EN 730, ISO 5175	0000000	000000
9/16"-18	15	50	50	Brass	EN 730, ISO 5175	00000000	00000
High Flow
9/16"-18	15	50	50	Brass	EN 730, ISO 5175	00000000	000000
7/8"-14	15	50	50	Brass	EN 730, ISO 5175	00000000	000000
Quick Disconnect
9/16"-18	15	50	50	Brass	EN 561, ISO 7289	00000000	000000

Left-Hand Threads—NPT Female × NPT Female

	Max. Pressure, psi
Pipe Size	Acetylene	Hydrogen	Propane	Material	Specifications Met		Each
Standard
1/4	15	50	50	Brass	EN 730, ISO 5175	00000000	0000000

Right-Hand and Left-Hand Threads—UNF Male × UNF Female

	Max. Pressure, psi
Thread Size	Oxygen	Acetylene	Hydrogen	Propane	Material	Specifications Met		Pair
Standard
9/16"-18	143	15	50	50	Brass	EN 730, ISO 5175	00000000	0000000

Welding Gas Check Valves for Regulators

Stop the reverse flow of gas in your regulator. Check valves do not stop flashbacks.

Max. Pressure, psi			Male Hose Connection			Male Pipe Connection
Acetylene	Hydrogen	Propane	Thread Direction	Thread Size	Thread Type	Thread Direction	Pipe Size	Thread Type	Material		Each
50	50	50	Right Hand	9/16"-18	UNF	Left Hand	1/4	NPT	Brass	000000	000000

Welding Gas Check Valves for Torches

Stop the reverse flow of gas in your torch. Check valves do not stop flashbacks.

Max. Pressure, psi			Male Hose Connection			Female Hose Connection
Acetylene	Hydrogen	Propane	Thread Direction	Thread Size	Thread Type	Thread Direction	Thread Size	Thread Type	Material		Each
50	50	50	Left Hand	3/8"-24	UNF	Left Hand	3/8"-24	UNF	Brass	000000	000000
50	50	50	Left Hand	9/16"-18	UNF	Left Hand	9/16"-18	UNF	Brass	000000	00000

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