Brass Air Line Compression Fittings

Brass Air Line Compression Fittings FAQ

What are air line fittings?

Air-line fitting. This article is a compendium of hand-operable air-line fittings, typically of quick-disconnect type, used for pneumatics and other compressed air purposes including breathable air (a subset of breathing gases ).

What is a brass flare fitting?

Brass Flare Caps. Brass Flare Fittings are a type of compression fitting typically used with softer metal alloysl like stainless steel , aluminum and copper . Brass Flare Cross Brass Flare Fittings are a type of compression fitting typically used with softer metal alloysl like stainless steel , aluminum and coppe...

What size are the brake line fittings?

Brake Line Fittings are sometimes called Tube Nuts and are used with flares to connect hard lines together. The most common threads are 3/8-24UNF and M10 x 1.0 metric for 3/16 brake line tube. These fittings are plated for long life and corrosion resistance and available in a variety of threads and tube sizes.

Are compression fittings ok for gas?

Compression fittings in a gas piping system are not permitted unless allowed by the authority having jurisdiction. All tube fittings for natural gas installations are rated at more than 125 psig, but should not be used at pressures beyond those allowed by local codes.