Is the Hose end with BSPT male thread, stainless steel, type 62340 suitable for continuous use between -20Â°C and +225Â°C?

Yes. The Hose end with BSPT male thread, stainless steel, type 62340 (AISI 316L) is specified for an operating temperature range from -20Â°C to +225Â°C, so it is suitable for continuous use within that temperature span. Ensure media compatibility and pressure ratings at temperature extremes are acceptable for your application.

Can Hose end with BSPT male thread, stainless steel, type 62340 withstand occasional spikes above +225Â°C?

Hose end with BSPT male thread, stainless steel, type 62340 is specified for an operating temperature range up to +225Â°C. Occasional spikes above this limit are not covered by the specification; short, infrequent excursions slightly above +225Â°C might be tolerated by AISI 316L, but reliability, seal integrity and hose material compatibility cannot be guaranteed. Repeated or prolonged exposure above +225Â°C increases risk of material softening, joint failure or hose degradation. For any planned overtemperature events, consult the manufacturer for allowable transient limits or choose a fitting and hose rated for the higher peak temperature.

Does the Hose end with BSPT male thread, stainless steel, type 62340 resist corrosion in seawater?

Hose end with BSPT male thread, stainless steel, type 62340 is made of AISI 316L, which offers good general corrosion resistance and improved resistance to pitting and crevice corrosion compared with 304 stainless steel. In seawater service, 316L can resist corrosion fairly well in many conditions, especially in flowing seawater and where oxygen content is moderate. However, there are important limitations: - 316L is susceptible to localized attack (pitting and crevice corrosion) in warm, stagnant, or highly aggressive seawater, particularly if chloride concentration is high. - Erosion-corrosion or galvanic corrosion can occur if the fitting is coupled to dissimilar metals without proper insulation. - Long-term immersion in stagnant seawater, splash zones, or areas with high temperature and biological fouling increase risk of corrosion. Conclusion: Hose end with BSPT male thread, stainless steel, type 62340 (AISI 316L) can resist corrosion in seawater under many typical conditions but is not universally immune. For critical, long-term, or highly aggressive seawater applications (warm or stagnant seawater, splash zones, or when galvanic coupling is likely), consider higher-alloy materials (e.g., duplex/super duplex stainless steels or titanium) or additional protection (coatings, cathodic protection, insulation).

Hose end with BSPT male thread, stainless steel, type 62340

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Additional information

Material	SS – stainless steel
Standard length [m]	10, 45

End fitting with external BSPT thread and ribbed “tail” for hose, type 62340. Material: AISI 316L steel. Operating temperature: from -20°C to +225°C.

List of product variants

Article number	Product variant name	DN	BAR	Availability	Actions
AI-62340-02-06	Hose end, GZ 1/8" BSPT, 6 mm fitting, AISI 316L	6	-	In stock	Enquiry
AI-62340-02-07	Hose end, GZ 1/8" BSPT, 7 mm nipple, AISI 316L	8	-	In stock	Enquiry
AI-62340-04-07	Hose end, GZ 1/4" BSPT, 7 mm nipple, AISI 316L	8	-	In stock	Enquiry
AI-62340-04-08	Hose fitting, GZ 1/4" BSPT, 8 mm nipple, AISI 316L	8	-	In stock	Enquiry
AI-62340-04-09	Hose fitting, GZ 1/4" BSPT, 9 mm nipple, AISI 316L	10	-	In stock	Enquiry
AI-62340-04-10	Hose end, GZ 1/4" BSPT, 10 mm fitting, AISI 316L	10	-	In stock	Enquiry
AI-62340-04-12	Hose fitting, GZ 1/4" BSPT, 12 mm nipple, AISI 316L	12	-	In stock	Enquiry
AI-62340-06-09	Hose end, GZ 3/8" BSPT, 9 mm fitting, AISI 316L	10	-	In stock	Enquiry
AI-62340-06-10	Hose end, GZ 3/8" BSPT, 10 mm fitting, AISI 316L	10	-	In stock	Enquiry
AI-62340-06-12	Hose end, GZ 3/8" BSPT, 12 mm fitting, AISI 316L	12	-	In stock	Enquiry
AI-62340-06-14	Hose end, GZ 3/8" BSPT, 14 mm fitting, AISI 316L	14	-	In stock	Enquiry
AI-62340-08-10	Hose end, GZ 1/2" BSPT, 10 mm stub, AISI 316L	10	-	In stock	Enquiry
AI-62340-08-12	Hose end, GZ 1/2" BSPT, 12 mm stub, AISI 316L	12	-	In stock	Enquiry
AI-62340-08-14	Hose end, GZ 1/2" BSPT, 14 mm fitting, AISI 316L	14	-	In stock	Enquiry
AI-62340-08-16	Hose end, GZ 1/2" BSPT, 16 mm fitting, AISI 316L	16	-	In stock	Enquiry
AI-62340-08-18	Hose end, GZ 1/2" BSPT, 18 mm nipple, AISI 316L	18	-	In stock	Enquiry
AI-62340-08-20	Hose end, GZ 1/2" BSPT, 20 mm stub, AISI 316L	20	-	In stock	Enquiry
AI-62340-12-18	Hose end, GZ 3/4" BSPT, 18 mm fitting, AISI 316L	18	-	In stock	Enquiry
AI-62340-12-20	Hose end, GZ 3/4" BSPT, 20 mm fitting, AISI 316L	20	-	In stock	Enquiry