Are quick disconnect fittings universal?
Additionally, ATP’s pneumatic quick disconnect fittings are available in several connection styles or interchanges. Interchanges are a universally accepted configuration of the shape and size of the fittings plug. In other words, the interchange is the shape and size of the pneumatic plug.
Are hose quick connectors universal?
This garden hose quick connect easily attaches to an outdoor tap with a male faucet adapter and a female hose connector. It is interchangeable with most other systems and snaps together using spring compression.
What is the main purpose of quick disconnect valves?
Pneumatic Quick Connect and Disconnect Valves Used in a large number of fire prevention, heating and plumbing applications, disconnect valves provide a fast method of shutting down the flow of a liquid or gas.
What do you call a quick disconnect fitting?
These fittings are also known as quick connects or quick release couplings. Typically quick disconnect fittings are operated by hand. They often are used to replace fitting connections which require tools to assemble and disassemble. There are a myriad of quick disconnect fittings types and they are found in all industries.
What are the limitations of a quick disconnect?
Quick disconnects can also have pressure limitations so be sure the specified fitting can handle the maximum service pressures in the application. Material selection is vitally important. All materials of construction must be compatible with the working fluid. The same goes for temperature compatibility.
Can a double shut off quick disconnect be used?
When using single shut-off connectors, be sure the end users are cautioned to wear eye protection when connecting and disconnecting these fittings to avoid possible injury from an energized fluid line or exposure to the fluid. Double shut-off quick disconnects have shut-off valves within both the internal and external ends.
How much pressure can a quick disconnect fitting handle?
The amount of pressure that a quick-disconnect fitting can withstand varies depending on the series variety of sizes, and shapes of the fitting. Some of the smaller plastic fittings can handle up to 100 psi. The same sized fittings made of brass are stout but can handle up to 250 psi.