Compression type metallic fittings have a loose ferrule which requires extra assembly. JACO has been able to mold the sleeve as an integral part of the nut, eliminating the need for a two-piece assembly. Although fittings were originally developed for copper tubing, other fittings were then later engineered with plastic grippers for plastic tubing.

Today, these fittings are widely used with all types of tubing including copper, plastic, aluminum and glass. Four different plastic resins can be used for a range of applications dealing with temperatures, acids and chemicals. These plastic fittings also offer these additional advantages:

• Good electrical insulating qualities which eliminate electrolytic action that usually corrodes tubing when dissimilar metal meets a fitting.
• The ability to absorb mechanical and acoustical vibrations because of the low density and softness of plastic.
• An inherently low resistance to flow, due to smooth internal surface.
• A resistance to scale buildup.

The fittings are available in size ranges from 1/8" through 7/8" tube O.D. in all common figurations, such as union, bulkhead, male and female connectors, male branch and male run tees, tee unions and ferrule nuts. Metric sizes are also available on a special order basis.

Various resins are used, depending on the application: nylon, acetal copolymer, polypropylene, or polyvinylidene fluoride.

(N) Nylon has good resistance to organic solvents, oils and gasoline. Good strength at high temperatures. Material rating: -40° to 200°F. Cold and hot-water applications. Longtime weathering resistance. Good impact resistance, both single and repeated. Not recommended for use with ammonium, boric acid, calcium, sulfuric acid, or hydrochloric acid. F.D.A. listed. Also N.S.F. listed.

Celcon*, or acetal copolymer, has high tensile strength and good impact resistance over a broad temperature range. Translucent white color. Not affected by continuous hot-water service and works smoothly with metal tubing. Celcon cannot be recommended for continuous exposure to solutions with a chlorine concentration greater than 1 ppm. Material is rated at -40° to 200°F in open air, and rated for 180°F in water applications. Unaffected by most inorganics, except sulfuric, nitric and hydrochloric acids. Listed by U.S.D.A. and F.D.A. for coffee, milk and antibiotics. Also N.S.F. listed. Should not be continuously exposed to sunlight.

(P) Polypropylene has good chemical resistance. Material is rated at -30 to 215°. Opaque, white color. Unaffected by most weak acids and alkalies. Below 175°F it has good resistance to organic solvents. Do not use with oxidants or strong acids or in continuous sunlight. N.S.F. listed. 20% glass filled for improved stiffness.

(K) Kynar**, a polyvinylidene fluoride, has outstanding chemical resistance for handling highly corrosive fluids. Material rated at -80 to 275°, with a cloudy, white color. F.D.A. listed, N.S.F. Listed.

* TRADEMARK OF Ticona
** TRADEMARK OF Atofina Chemicals, Inc.

Operating temperatures of tube fittings are regulated by ambient and fluid temperatures, type of fluid being carried, tubing type, and conditions of mechanical abuse. Temperatures listed are designated as material ratings only. Testing of complete fitting in customer application is recommended.