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Compression Fitting - Male Connector (NPT thread)
General FAQ
Compression fittings are commonly used in applications that requires excellent sealing in high temperature and pressure setting. Also known as a single ferrule, they have a simpler design than double ferrules. Compression fittings are made to DIN 2353, ISO 8434-1, and DIN EN 3851 standards.
These fittings are available in 3 series; S, L, and LL. Each series is made to suit different pressure needs. Fittings vary in design but they are all made up of three parts; Body, nut, and sleeve.
- Dampens vibration.
- Ease of installation.
- Single ferrule male connector connects compression and threaded female end tubes together.
To install a compression fitting, kindly refer to the steps below;
- Step 1: Place the ring and nut over the tube.
- Step 2: Use a pre-assembly tool and insert the tube up to the tube abutment and tighten it with 1 1/4 turns.
- Step 3:Remove the pre-assembly tool and untighten it.
- Step 4: Remove the nut to see if there is any visible ring formed over the tube.
- Step 5: Use a wrench to tighten the nut with the fitting body in an upward position until there is a noticeable feeling in an increase of torque.
- Step 6: Further tighten the nut 1/4 turn.
Our compression fittings are available in 3 series; S, L, and LL. Each series is made to suit different pressure needs.
- S series (high pressure) fittings have a working pressure of 4500 PSI to 9000 PSI.
- L series (light pressure) fittings have a working pressure between 2300 PSI to 4500 PSI.
- The lowest pressure (LL) series is 1400 PSI.