What kind of fittings do I need for a brass hydraulic adapter?
Applications involving water, refrigeration fluids, instrumentation controls, greases, fuels, LP and natural gas are well suited for brass adapters. Brass adapter hydraulic fittings use a NPT (National Pipe Tapered) thread that seals when the male taper mates with the female taper.
When to replace a John Guest stem adaptor?
Frequency of visual inspection will depend on severity of application and risk of failure. If after visual inspection John Guest products appear damaged, cracked, charred, discoloured, heat distorted or corroded they should be replaced. Any product that is or appears to be leaking should be replaced.
What kind of fittings for JIC brass tubing?
SAE 45° JIC brass adapter fittings have a 45° cone seat on the female adapter & a 45° flare on the male adapter. Flareless compression brass adapter fittings can be used with a wide variety of tubing.
How does a 28mm brass stem adaptor work?
28mm fittings also have a collet with stainless steel teeth and an ‘O’ ring. After inserting the pipe, a screw cap is turned approx 1/4 turn. This locks the collet in place and reduces lateral and sideways movement of the pipe. To disconnect, turn the screw cap 1/4 turn, push in the collet and remove the pipe.
28mm fittings also have a collet with stainless steel teeth and an ‘O’ ring. After inserting the pipe, a screw cap is turned approx 1/4 turn. This locks the collet in place and reduces lateral and sideways movement of the pipe. To disconnect, turn the screw cap 1/4 turn, push in the collet and remove the pipe.
Frequency of visual inspection will depend on severity of application and risk of failure. If after visual inspection John Guest products appear damaged, cracked, charred, discoloured, heat distorted or corroded they should be replaced. Any product that is or appears to be leaking should be replaced.
When to connect Collet cover to John Guest pipe?
John Guest fittings and pipe should only be connected after the air receiver and not direct to a compressor. We recommend collet covers be fitted when pipework is hidden inside walls and ceilings. It is recommended that all pipe and fittings installations are pressure tested after installation and before handing over to the final user.
How is push fit end converted to male thread?
Converts push fit end to male thread. We maintain control over the whole process from initial tool design and tool making through to the final assembly and testing. This ensures that only products of the highest quality are produced.