Compression adaptors are available in Light Series (L Series) and Heavy Series (S Series). Metric threads are used and customers may require nuts and cutting rings for this range.
Compression – EN ISO 8434-1 – Pressure Ratings and Torque Values
Tighten connection by turning from finger tight position plus 1.5 turns.
| Series | Tube OD mm | Thread | Working Pressure | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mpa | bar | psi | |||
| L | 6 | M12 x 1.5 | 25 | 250 | 3625 |
| L | 8 | M14 x 1.5 | 25 | 250 | 3625 |
| L | 10 | M16 x 1.5 | 25 | 250 | 3625 |
| L | 12 | M18 x 1.5 | 25 | 250 | 3625 |
| L | 15 | M22 x 1.5 | 25 | 250 | 3625 |
| L | 18 | M26 x 1.5 | 16 | 160 | 2320 |
| L | 22 | M30 x 2 | 16 | 160 | 2320 |
| L | 28 | M36 x 2 | 10 | 100 | 1450 |
| L | 35 | M45 x 2 | 10 | 100 | 1450 |
| L | 42 | M52 x 2 | 10 | 100 | 1450 |
| S | 6 | M14 x 1.5 | 63 | 630 | 9135 |
| S | 8 | M16 x 1.5 | 63 | 630 | 9135 |
| S | 10 | M18 x 1.5 | 63 | 630 | 9135 |
| S | 12 | M20 x 2 | 63 | 630 | 9135 |
| S | 16 | M24 x 2 | 40 | 400 | 5800 |
| S | 20 | M30 x 2 | 40 | 400 | 5800 |
| S | 25 | M36 x 2 | 40 | 400 | 5800 |
| S | 30 | M42 x 2 | 25 | 250 | 3625 |
| S | 38 | M52 x 2 | 25 | 250 | 3625 |
DESIGN DETAILS AND SPECIFICATIONS SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT PRIOR NOTICE – Whilst every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of the information supplied herein, Burnett & Hillman cannot be held responsible for any errors or omissions (E&OE). Working pressures quoted are taken from the relevant standard and are provided as a guide only.
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