Can you use Swagelok fittings on plastic tubing?

Can you use Swagelok fittings on plastic tubing?

When assembled correctly, Swagelok™ fittings form a leak tight seal and can be re- tightened many times. The use of plastic ferrules allows for a “non-permeant” seal which means the ferrule sets can be easily removed and reused on new tubing.

What type of fitting is Swagelok?

Swagelok Tube Fitting
The Swagelok Tube Fitting is designed to provide a leak-tight seal for pressures up to the suggested allowable pressure rating of the tubing. The two-ferrule, mechanical-grip, hinging-colleting type connection consists of a fitting body, a nut, a front ferrule, and a back ferrule.

Can you use a plastic ferrule on copper tubing?

Tubing comes in a variety of materials, but so do Swagelok tube fittings. So if you have stainless steel tubing, use stainless steel ferrules and fittings. On plastic tubing, use plastic ferrules and fittings. On copper tubing we suggest using brass ferrules and fittings.

Can Swagelok fittings be reused?

One of the many advantages of the Swagelok two-ferrule fitting design is the ability to re-use the body without leaks. If you have made changes in the system design, by moving a fitting to a new location or changing the tubing, you can’t re-use the nuts and ferrules, but you can still re-use the fitting bodies.

What do plumbers use to tighten pipes?

One of a plumber’s most trusted secret weapons is common plumber’s tape. It is usually made from silicone and helps create a stronger, waterproof seal on pipes and fittings. Using plumber’s tape around fittings while you tighten them will prevent over-tightening, protect against leaks, and ensure a good seal.

Can you use metal ferrule on plastic tubing?

Grab the brass ferrule between your index finger and thumb and work the ferrule over the plastic tube. The fit will be a little tight, but this is what you want. Work the ferrule approximately 3/4 inch from the cut end. Push the end of the plastic tube into the female compression fitting.

What are the tube fittings and adapters of Swagelok?

®. Tube Fittings and Adapters. Swagelok tube fittings deliver a leak-tight, gas-tight seal that is resistant to vibration fatigue, even in harsh environments or stressful applications. They withstand high pressures and temperature extremes and are easy to install, disassemble, and reassemble in a variety of situations.

How to install a Swagelok multihead hydraulic swaging unit?

Preswage the ferrules onto the tube using a Swagelok multihead hydraulic swaging unit (MHSU) . 2 . Apply the lubricant packaged with the fitting lightly to the body threads and the rear surface of the back ferrule . 3 . Insert the tube with preswaged ferrules into the fitting until the front ferrule seats against the

How are gaugeable tube fittings and adapter fittings work?

Gaugeable Tube Fittings and Adapter Fittings ■Available in tube sizes from 1/16 to 2 in. and 2 to 50 mm ■Consistent gaugeability upon initial installation ■Easy to disconnect and retighten ■Wide variety of materials and configurations ■Demonstrated reliability and performance www.swagelok.com 2 Tube Fittings TUBE FITTINGS Features

Where can I find PFA tube fittings catalog?

■ For PFA tube fittings, refer to PFA Tube Fittings catalog, MS-01-05. ■ For medium- and high-pressure tube fittings, refer toMedium- and High-Pressure Fittings, Tubing, Valves, and Accessories catalog, MS-02-472.