What is a CPC connector?
Circular plastic connectors (CPC) are lightweight, all-plastic and metal-shell connectors. They have quick connect/disconnect capability with thread assist, positive dent coupling.
What is the use of quick disconnect coupling?
Quick disconnect fittings are used to provide fast and easy connection and disconnection of fluid or air lines. These fittings are also known as quick connects or quick release couplings. They are used to replace fitting connections that would require tools to assemble and disassemble.
What does MPC connector stand for?
MPC stands for Miniature Protector Connector.
Do quick disconnects reduce pressure?
Double shut-off quick disconnects have shut-off valves within both the internal and external ends. These shut-off valves retain pressure in both fluid lines when the assembly is disconnected. This is ideal when the fluid is a liquid, an expensive gas, or flammable gas (also consider a “dry break” quick disconnect).
Does Quick Connect restrict flow?
Dixon DGH7 Brass Quick-Connect Fitting It works with water pressure of a maximum of 200 psi at 70 degrees Fahrenheit. It comes with both male and female connections, but the valveless construction will not prevent water flow even when disconnected.
Can Air Quick Connect be used for water?
(Sometimes you will see pneumatic quick disconnects referred to as air couplers.) Depending upon the material and configuration, quick disconnects can be used in the transference of air, hydraulic fluid, oil, water, chemicals or gas.
What is the most common air quick connect?
¼ inch
Size: another question that is often asked is what size of quick connect fittings does a person need? The most common size fitting is ¼ inch. This is true for both ¼ and 3/8 inch air hose. Most 3/8 air hose comes with ¼ inch ends on it, thus most use a ¼ inch air fitting.
Do quick connect fittings reduce pressure?
There’s a feature which allows you to connect/disconnect with the hose on, and it stops the water. Don’t EVER do this! If you use this feature, after a couple of times you will unseat a rubber O-ring and this leads to greatly reduced water pressure.
What does ARO mean in air fittings?
Automatic Semi-Universal Interchange Profile
One thick stripe and one thin stripe on body of fitting. Semi-Automatic. Semi-Universal Interchange Profile (ARO, Automotive, Industrial) not applicable. Three thin stripes on body of fitting.