Can the Hose quick connect plug, without valve, acetal, SMC series DN 1,2 be used with inkjet ink and cleaning solvents at 6.9 bar and -40Â°C to +82Â°C?

Yes. The Hose quick connect plug, without valve, acetal, SMC series DN 1,2 can be used with inkjet ink and typical cleaning solvents within the specified limits. Justification based on the provided description: - Intended application explicitly includes inkjet printing installations and cleaning fluids, indicating suitability for inkjet inks and common cleaning solvents. - Material compatibility: body made of acetal (POM) is broadly compatible with many inks and solvents used in inkjet systems; sealing uses NBR Oâring, which is compatible with a wide range of inks and many cleaning solvents (but not all aggressive solvents). - Pressure and temperature: rated working pressure up to 6.9 bar and operating temperature range â40Â°C to +82Â°C match your stated conditions. Caveat: verify chemical compatibility of specific ink formulations and cleaning solvents (especially aggressive solvents like strong ketones, esters, or chlorinated hydrocarbons) with acetal and NBR. If such aggressive chemicals are involved, consider testing or consult manufacturer for alternative materials (e.g., PTFE seals or different housing materials). Otherwise, within typical inkjet inks and cleaning solvents and within 6.9 bar and â40Â°Câ¦+82Â°C, the Hose quick connect plug, without valve, acetal, SMC series DN 1,2 is suitable.

Is the Hose quick connect plug, without valve, acetal, SMC series DN 1,2 compatible with gas chromatography gases at 6.9 bar and -40Â°C to +82Â°C?

Yes. The Hose quick connect plug, without valve, acetal, SMC series DN 1,2 is specified for gas chromatography and supports a working pressure up to 6.9 bar with an operating temperature range of â40Â°C to +82Â°C. Materials: acetal body with NBR Oâring sealing; the design allows rotational relief to prevent hose twisting. Based on the provided specifications, it is compatible with gas chromatography gases at 6.9 bar and â40Â°C to +82Â°C.

Can the Hose quick connect plug, without valve, acetal, SMC series DN 1,2 withstand repeated sterilization cycles with cooling fluids?

Hose quick connect plug, without valve, acetal, SMC series DN 1,2: Based on the provided description, this coupling is made of acetal with an NBR Oâring, rated for operating temperatures â40Â°C to +82Â°C and working pressure up to 6.9 bar. It is intended for applications including cooling fluids, and its design allows slight rotation to prevent hose twisting. Sterilization compatibility depends on the sterilization method and cycle conditions. Common sterilization processes: - Autoclaving (steam, high temperature ~121â134Â°C): Not suitable. Acetal and NBR have maximum use temperatures well below autoclave temps; repeated steam sterilization will deform or degrade the acetal body and harden or swell the NBR seal. - Dry heat sterilization (~160â180Â°C): Not suitable for the same reasons. - Chemical sterilants (e.g., ethylene oxide, peracetic acid, hydrogen peroxide plasma): Possible but conditional. Acetal generally resists many chemicals, but NBR can be attacked or lose sealing properties with oxidizing agents (peracetic acid, H2O2) or certain solvents. Ethylene oxide at low temperature is more compatible but requires validated compatibility and thorough aeration. - Cold sterilization / disinfectants (e.g., alcohols, quaternary ammonium, glutaraldehyde): Short exposures to alcohols and some disinfectants may be acceptable, but repeated cycles, strong oxidizers, or prolonged exposure can degrade NBR seals and affect acetal over time. - Radiation (gamma, e-beam): Polymers can embrittle; compatibility must be validated. Conclusion: Hose quick connect plug, without valve, acetal, SMC series DN 1,2 can be used with cooling fluids and may tolerate some lowâtemperature chemical sterilization or disinfection cycles, but it is not suitable for repeated highâtemperature steam sterilization. For repeated sterilization cycles, especially involving high temperatures or strong oxidizers, validate with manufacturer data or consider couplings with highâtemperature and chemicalâresistant materials (e.g., PTFE, FFKM seals) designed for sterilizable applications.

Hose quick connect plug, without valve, acetal, SMC series DN 1,2

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Quick coupling plug with hose end, without valve, intended for inkjet printing installations, blood, cooling fluids, gas chromatography, etc. The connection involves twisting two parts of the coupling relative to each other. This coupling also allows for slight rotation of the connected hose, preventing it from twisting and accidental disconnection. Versions with a valve and in black color are also available. Nominal size of the quick coupling: DN 1.2 mm. Length L [mm] – total length. Material: acetal. Sealing: NBR o-ring. Working pressure: up to 6.9 bar. Operating temperature: from -40°C to +82°C.

List of product variants

Article number	Product variant name	DN	BAR	Availability	Price	Quantity	Actions	Catalogue
CC-SMX-06-AC	SMC plug DN1.2 for 1/16" hose, without valve, acetal	-	6.9	In stock	0 zł		Enquiry
CC-SMX-07-AC	SMC plug DN1.2 for 1/8" hose, without valve, acetal	-	6.9	In stock	0 zł		Enquiry

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Quick coupling plug with hose end, without valve, intended for inkjet printing installations, blood, cooling fluids, gas chromatography, etc. The connection involves twisting two parts of the coupling relative to each other. This coupling also allows for slight rotation of the connected hose, preventing it from twisting and accidental disconnection. Versions with a valve and in black color are also available. Nominal size of the quick coupling: DN 1.2 mm. Length L [mm] – total length. Material: acetal. Sealing: NBR o-ring. Working pressure: up to 6.9 bar. Operating temperature: from -40°C to +82°C.