Is the CAMLOCK C connector socket with corrugated hose end, polypropylene compatible with fuels and petrochemical products at up to 7 bar working pressure?

Yes. The CAMLOCK C connector socket with corrugated hose end, polypropylene is suitable for use with fuels and petrochemical products at working pressures up to 7 bar (actual allowable pressure depends on connector size). Construction details that support compatibility: - Material: glass fiber reinforced polypropylene offers good chemical resistance to many hydrocarbons and petrochemical fluids. - Sealing: EPDM gasket provides reliable sealing and resistance to a range of oils and fuels (but check specific fluid compatibility, as EPDM is less resistant to certain aggressive hydrocarbons like aromatic hydrocarbons or some solvents). - Levers: AISI 304 stainless steel provides corrosion resistance appropriate for typical petrochemical environments. Note: For safe, long-term service verify compatibility of the specific fuel or petrochemical (including additives) with both polypropylene and EPDM and confirm the connector sizeâs rated working pressure. If the fluid is highly aromatic, chlorinated, or contains aggressive solvents, consider alternative seal materials (e.g., FKM) or different housing materials.

Can the CAMLOCK C connector socket with corrugated hose end, polypropylene be used with aggressive chemicals or solvents at temperatures outside typical petrochemical ranges?

The CAMLOCK C connector socket with corrugated hose end, polypropylene is primarily designed for petrochemical transfer applications, thermoformed from glass-fiber reinforced polypropylene with EPDM sealing and AISI 304 levers. It is not universally suitable for aggressive chemicals or solvents outside typical petrochemical temperature ranges. Polypropylene and EPDM have limited chemical compatibility: many strong solvents (aromatic hydrocarbons, ketones, chlorinated solvents) and highly aggressive acids or bases can swell, soften or degrade polypropylene and EPDM, especially at elevated or very low temperatures. AISI 304 levers resist corrosion but offer no protection for the polymeric parts. For use with aggressive chemicals or nonâstandard temperatures, perform a chemical compatibility check for the specific fluid and operating temperature, and consider alternative materials (e.g., PTFE seals, fluoropolymers, or metal-bodied camlocks) or manufacturer confirmation/certification before use.

Does the CAMLOCK C connector socket with corrugated hose end, polypropylene require periodic gasket replacement under normal petrochemical use?

Yes. The CAMLOCK C connector socket with corrugated hose end, polypropylene requires periodic gasket replacement under normal petrochemical use. Although built for durability (glass fiber reinforced polypropylene body, AISI 304 levers) and rated for working pressures up to 7 bar, the EPDM sealing element is exposed to mechanical wear, chemical attack, temperature cycling and repeated coupling cycles typical in petrochemical service. Over time EPDM can harden, crack, swell or lose elasticity, compromising leak-tightness and safety. Regular inspection and preventive replacement of the gasket according to your operating schedule, service conditions and the chemical compatibility of EPDM with the fluids handled is recommended. Frequency depends on factors such as fluid type, temperature, pressure cycles and usage intensity; a common practice is visual and functional checks before each shift and scheduled replacement intervals (e.g., months to a year) based on observed wear and manufacturer guidance. Always follow your plantâs maintenance procedures and perform leak tests after gasket replacement.

Socket coupling CAMLOCK C with a serrated hose fitting, polypropylene

Additional information

Material	P – material (plastic)
Standard length [m]	3.05

Socket coupling CAMLOCK C with a serrated hose fitting made in accordance with the American military standard MIL-C-27487 (A-A-59326), commonly used as a transfer coupling, especially in the petrochemical industry. Working pressure: up to 7 bar, depending on the coupling size. Material: polypropylene glass-fiber-reinforced. Levers: steel AISI 304. Sealing: EPDM.

List of product variants

Article number	Product variant name	DN	BAR	Availability	Actions
AC-C-050-P	Coupling CAMLOCK C 3/4", hose 1/2" polypropylene	12	5	In stock	Enquiry
AC-C-050-PX	Coupling CAMLOCK C 3/4", hose 1/2" polypropylene	12	5	In stock	Enquiry
AC-C-075-P	Coupling CAMLOCK C 3/4" polypropylene	20	7	In stock	Enquiry
AC-C-075-PX	Coupling CAMLOCK C 3/4" polypropylene	20	7	In stock	Enquiry
AC-C-100-P	Coupling CAMLOCK C 1" polypropylene	25	7	In stock	Enquiry
AC-C-100-PX	Coupling CAMLOCK C 1" polypropylene	25	7	In stock	Enquiry
AC-C-125-125-P	Coupling CAMLOCK C 1.1/4", hose 1.1/4" polypropylene	32	7	In stock	Enquiry
AC-C-125-150-P	Coupling CAMLOCK C 1.1/2", hose 1.1/4" polypropylene	40	7	In stock	Enquiry
AC-C-125-P	Coupling CAMLOCK C 1", hose 1.1/4" polypropylene	32	7	In stock	Enquiry
AC-C-150-P	Coupling CAMLOCK C 1.1/2" polypropylene	40	7	In stock	Enquiry
AC-C-150-PX	Coupling CAMLOCK C 1.1/2" polypropylene	40	7	In stock	Enquiry
AC-C-200-100-P	Coupling CAMLOCK C 2", hose 1" polypropylene	25	7	In stock	Enquiry
AC-C-200-P	Coupling CAMLOCK C 2" polypropylene	50	7	In stock	Enquiry
AC-C-200-PX	Coupling CAMLOCK C 2" polypropylene	50	7	In stock	Enquiry
AC-C-300-P	Coupling CAMLOCK C 3" polypropylene	75	4	In stock	Enquiry
AC-C-300-PX	Coupling CAMLOCK C 3" polypropylene	75	4	In stock	Enquiry
AC-C-400-P	Coupling CAMLOCK C 4" polypropylene	100	4	In stock	Enquiry
AC-C-400-PX	Coupling CAMLOCK C 4", polypropylene	100	4	In stock	Enquiry

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Socket coupling CAMLOCK C with a serrated hose fitting made in accordance with the American military standard MIL-C-27487 (A-A-59326), commonly used as a transfer coupling, especially in the petrochemical industry. Working pressure: up to 7 bar, depending on the coupling size. Material: polypropylene glass-fiber-reinforced. Levers: steel AISI 304. Sealing: EPDM.