Valco Instrument Co., Inc.    Houston, TX 77255
Jun 13, 2013 Cheminert UHPLC Fittings permit direct connection of 360 micron OD fused silica, PEEK®, stainless, or electroformed nickel tubing without use of liners. Because of fitting's fine 2–56 threads, leak-free connection that seals at pressures in excess of 20,000 psi can be formed with manual tool. Fittings in PEEK can be used safely up to 10,000 psi. Supplied with PEEK or stainless nut, fittings include ferrule that is free to rotate but does not twist tube as nut is tightened.

Beswick Engineering Co., Inc.    Greenland, NH 03840
Jun 11, 2013 Corrosion-resistant stainless steel and brass compression fittings serve applications where metal or stiff plastic tubing is used and aggressive fluids as well as pressure and temperature extremes may be present. Assemblies are leak free due to internal ferrules and O-ring face seal design. Compression fitting intended for use with 4 mm tubing and ¼-28 threads is available; M3, M4, 10-32, M5, ¼-20, and 5/16-24 thread sizes as well as 1/16, 1/8, ¼ in. OD tubing options are also available.

AutomationDirect.com    Cumming, GA 30040-9905
Jun 10, 2013 Available in NPT and BSPT sizes, NITRA Push-to-Connect Pneumatic Male Fittings are constructed with 316 stainless steel bodies and 303 stainless steel gripping collets with internal Viton O-ring to resist washdown situations. Able to withstand pressures up to 290 psi and temperatures up to 390°F, fittings can be used with polyurethane, nylon, and PTFE tubing. Bodies of elbow and tee fittings with threaded connections can be rotated after installation to allow for variations in piping direction.

NewAge Industries Inc.    Southampton, PA 18966
May 31, 2013 Intended for use with plastic and rubber tubing and reinforced hose, Thermobarb® fittings are offered in 5 materials – polypropylene, polyethylene, nylon, PVDF, and brass – that offer different performance properties to meet application requirements. Connections require fitting to be pushed into tubing and secured with clamp; multiple barbs provide tight fit with tubing ID. Sizes range from 1/8–1 in. tubing ID in styles that include tees, wyes, reducers, connectors, adapters, and nipples.

SoftNoze USA, Inc.    Frankfort, NY 13340-5100
May 13, 2013 Comprising compact fittings with movable operators and internal targets that trigger user-supplied sensor, ShortSTOP™ components convert standard shielded-style inductive proximity sensor into mechanical switch. Features solve sensing requirements by providing reliable input signals to PLC, APC, or PC-based control systems. There are 40+ configurations of spring-loaded, flat, and round plungers as well as short and longer needle-shaped probes to aid orientation and positioning.

Swagelok Company    Solon, OH 44139-3492
May 02, 2013 Suitable for surface and subsea installation, instrumentation, injection, and sampling systems, IPT series medium- and high-pressure products are made standard from cold worked, 316 stainless steel; annealed 316 stainless steel and other corrosion-resistant special alloys are available to meet NACE MR0175/ISO 15156 requirements. Series comprises check valves, trunnion ball valves, relief valves, needle valves, tubing and nipples, coned and thread connections, and coning and threading kits.

Heason Technology Ltd    Horsham   United Kingdom
May 01, 2013 Intended for machine builders and OEMs, Slip Ring Assemblies and Rotary Joints support rotary-to-stationary transmission of electrical signals, video signals, and field buses. Precision devices include long-life gold and other precious alloy rings and brushes, with up to 96 circuits in standard designs that span miniature capsule units and large diameter packaged designs – some with through holes. Fiber-optic rotary joints are also available.

Viega    Wichita, KS 67202
Apr 29, 2013 Viega MegaPress system uses press technology for installing Schedule 5–40 black iron pipe. Able to make secure, watertight and airtight connections in less than 7 sec, system suits hydronic heat, chilled water, compressed air, fire sprinkler, low pressure steam, and vacuum lines. MegaPressG fittings serve fuel oil and natural gas applications. Ranging from ½–2 in., 200+ fittings include elbows, couplings, reducers, tees, reducing tees, threaded adapters, unions, caps, and flanges.

Advanced Laser Technologies    Stoneham, MA 02180
Apr 10, 2013 Available in sizes from 0.180 x 0.080 to 0.250 x 0.500 in., with thicknesses from 0.030–0.1 in., Casting Braze Plugs are precision cut from same material as cast part to fill holes left behind, which allows access to ID where additional machining was required. Units are laser cut to customer specifications using nitrogen to prevent recast layer. For cooling, plugs feature precise laser-drilled holes as small as 0.010 in. dia with ±0.0005 in. tolerances.

Cooper Crouse-Hinds Molded Products    La Grange, NC 28551
Apr 08, 2013 Available in straight, 45°, and 90° configurations, third party certified ACB Fittings are approved for use with MC Cable in trade sizes from 1 ¼–3 in. Fittings feature one-piece, steel tubular design with zinc electroplated finish for corrosion resistance. Held to box or enclosure by locknut provided, fittings have insulated throat with smooth pulling surface that will not strip cable. Dual gripping saddle secures cable/conduit to prevent loosening from vibration.

RS Components    Northants   United Kingdom
Apr 04, 2013 Available in over 50 body models, KQ2 Series is suitable for automation applications in automotive, electronics, pharmaceutical, petroleum/chemical, steel, textile, and mining industries. One-touch general-purpose fittings offer 2 thread material options of brass or brass and nickel plating, and come in sealant or gasket design, allowing for repeatable piping and preventing contamination. Supplied in diameters from 2–16 mm, fittings are available with M, R, NPT, UNF, and Uni thread types.

Bridgeport Fittings, Inc.    Stratford, CT 06497
Mar 25, 2013 Available in 3/8 in. and ½ in. trade sizes and 3/8 in. 90° version, Mighty-Seal® MC and TECK Cable Connectors feature polyolefin coated zinc body that is concrete-tight, rain-tight, and listed for direct burial. Components used to create coating are resistant to vast variety of corrosive chemicals. Material’s inherent toughness also provides resistance to abrasion, UV, and permeation by liquids. Nicks or cuts in coating can be field repaired by heating surface until coating flows.

Hollaender Mfg. Co., The    Cincinnati, OH 45215
Feb 20, 2013 Designed for installation of solar racking systems, Speed-Rail® fittings include tee and elbow for use with 2 in. IPS pipe. Dual integrated internal/external reverse-knurl cup-point set screws securely attach fittings to pipe and provide resistance to loosening and pullout. Testing on 2 in. IPS fitting shows pullout capacity from 3,900–8,200 lb on galvanized pipe. Available in fixed and adjustable configurations, fittings are made of 535.0 aluminum-magnesium.

Colder Products Co.    St. Paul, MN 55114
Feb 13, 2013 In addition to nylon, polypropylene, and polycarbonate, FitQuik® Connectors come in PVDF for high purity, chemical compatibility, and UV resistance. Molded from Kynar® 720, PVDF fittings are FDA 21 CFR 177.2510 compliant, certified animal-free, and meet USP Class VI requirements. Parting line-free connectors, designed for tubing sizes from 1/16–3/8 in., ensure leak-free fluid handling in medical diagnostics, analytical lab instrumentation, and chemical dispensing industries.

Qosina Corp.    Edgewood, NY 11717 8329
Dec 18, 2012 Made from medical-grade silicone and applicable for autoclave, gamma, and EtO sterilizing, 11/32 in. ID x ½ in. OD x ¾ in. Anti-Slip Boot (No. 51599) helps prevent luer fittings from slipping apart. Product works with most standard luer fittings and helps prevent loss and contamination due to accidental disconnection of luer parts.

Diba Industries    Danbury, CT 06810
Dec 07, 2012 Tapered 10-32 Cone-Tip Click-N-Seal™ Ultra and 6-40 PEEK™ thread fittings include reliable mechanisms for fluid handling. Rated for pressures to 2,000 psi with PEEK construction, 10-32 Cone-Tip Click-N-Seal Ultra fitting is tightened by hand; cap clicks when appropriate torque is achieved. Able to handle pressures to 500 psi, 6-40 PEEK fitting houses PEEK ferrule insert and type 316 stainless outer steel case. It further features Omni-Lok™ Type S fitting system.

Advanced Laser Technologies    Stoneham, MA 02180
Dec 05, 2012 Cut to customer specification, Braze Plugs fill holes left in casting that allow access to I.D. where additional machining is required. Plugs are then brazed into casting, which is subsequently heat treated and finish machined. Supplied in any high nickel based superalloy to precisely match cast materials, plugs are laser cut using nitrogen to prevent recast (oxide) layer and typically measure 0.180 x 0.080 x 0.080 in., ±0.005 in.

Heyco Products    Toms River, NJ 08753
Nov 20, 2012 Designed for 020–.063 in. thick panels and mounting hole diameters of .500–1.093 in., HEYCo-molded™ Liquid Tight Break-Thru Plugs consist of co-molded nylon and elastomer parts. They function as liquid tight plugs with IP 67/68 rating and may also be pierced by round wire, cable, or tubing to function as liquid tight bushings with same resulting IP rating. Locking fingers snap into holes in fractional increments via fingertip pressure and withstand push back force greater than 35 lb.

Colder Products Co.    St. Paul, MN 55114
Oct 26, 2012 Accommodating needs of biopharmaceutical manufacturers, AseptiQuik® X large format 1 in. connectors come in flow configurations from 1/8–1 in. and feature Twist-Pull-Twist design that facilitates and accelerates transfer of media. Gamma and high-temperature versions are available, and terminations include ¾ in. hose barb, 1 in. hose barb, and 1 ½ in. sanitary. Products provide sterile connections in such applications as large-volume, single-use bioreactors, mixers, and transfer lines.

Parker Hannifin Corp., Parflex Div.    Ravenna, OH 44266 9137
Sep 24, 2012 Intended for low-pressure hydraulic and pneumatic systems, Rapid Assembly Hose system consists of Parflex 515H hose and Parker RA (Rapid Assembly) quick connecting hose fittings and adapters. This quick to connect hose and fitting system improves assembly time as well as system weight. Parflex 515H hose is suited for routing through tight spaces while maintaining flexibility, and sizes range from 3/16–½ in. ID in single- or multi-line assembly.