What is the pressure rating of Swagelok fittings?
Features: Temperatures from 70 to 400°F (20 to 204°C); Working pressures up to 275 psig (18.9 bar); Sizes from 1/8 to 1/2 in.
How do you identify an fitting?
You can always identify AN fittings based on the male thread size (outside diameter). These sizes are constant regardless of brand, hose type, or fitting configuration. If your fitting has a convex 37 degree flare at the end, the threads will tell you the AN size (and vice-versa).
Can you use compression fitting on brake line?
Do not use a compression fitting on your brake system. When you are on the road not only your safety but the safety of others is at risk if you have a compromised brake system. When you press your brake pedal the PSI (pounds per square inch) exerted on your brake system is great often over 1,000 PSI in normal braking.
Is Swagelok German?
U.S. Headquartered in Solon, Ohio, U.S.A., Swagelok serves customers through approximately 200 sales and service centers in 70 countries, supported by the expertise of more than 5,700 associates at 20 manufacturing facilities and five global technology centers.
What’s the difference between BSP and NPT?
NPT and BSP threads are not interchangeable due to the differences in thread forms. NPT threads are pointed in the peaks and valleys, where BSPs are rounded. Most notably, the NPT thread angle is 60 degrees versus the BSP 55-degree angle.
Where to buy Swagelok fittings?
We are here to help you continue your important work. Salt Lake Valve & Fitting is a locally owned and operated sales and service center for Swagelok products serving Utah and parts of Nevada (see About Us for more details). Our branch office is located in Salt Lake City.
How to install Swagelok fittings?
Swagelok caps are used to block off the end of a tube run and are installed using the same procedure as a tube fitting. Tube Adapter Assembly One Inch and Under The Swagelok Tube Adapter complements the Swagelok tube fitting and allows fitting-to-fitting connections to help eliminate difficult alignment problems and reduce inventories.
How to use Swagelok Tube fittings?
Performance. Tube grip – hinging and colleting action provides more direct tube contact/gripping support.
How to tighten Swagelok fitting?
While holding fitting body steady, tighten the plug one- quarter turn from the finger-tight position. For 1/16, 1/8/ and 3/16 inch, tighten the plug one- eighth turn. For over 1 inch tighten the plug one-quarter turn. You may disassemble and reassemble Swagelok plugs many times. Can you reuse Swagelok fittings?