Is Connector "X" made of acetal copolymer (POM) suitable for vacuum applications and up to 10 bar pressure?

Yes. Connector "X", made of acetal copolymer (POM), is specified for use in vacuum systems and for working pressures up to 10 bar. Its description explicitly lists suitability for control systems and installations transporting gases and liquids, including vacuum applications, and states a working pressure of up to 10 bar. Ensure compatibility with the specific fluids, temperatures, and vacuum level in your system and follow manufacturer installation and safety guidelines.

Can Connector "X" made of acetal copolymer be used with both gases and liquids in control and vacuum systems?

Yes. Connector "X" made of acetal copolymer (POM) is suitable for use with both gases and liquids in control and vacuum systems. Itâs designed for installations transporting gases and liquids, including vacuum applications, and is rated for working pressures up to 10 bar. Acetal copolymer offers good mechanical strength, dimensional stability and chemical resistance for many common media, making it appropriate for typical control and vacuum system uses. Verify compatibility with specific gases, liquids, temperatures and any aggressive chemicals or regulatory requirements for your application before use.

Does Connector "X" made of acetal copolymer withstand chemical exposure in gas and liquid systems?

Connector "X", made of acetal copolymer (POM), is suitable for many gas and liquid control-system applications but has important chemical-resistance limits to consider. Acetal copolymer offers good mechanical strength, dimensional stability, low moisture absorption and resistance to many common solvents, fuels, oils, and hydraulic fluids. In typical pneumatic and fluid-control installations it performs well up to the stated working pressure (up to 10 bar) and in vacuum systems. However, acetal is attacked or swollen by strong acids and bases, certain chlorinated hydrocarbons, esters, ketones (e.g., acetone), and some aromatics (e.g., strong concentrations of toluene, xylene). It can also be affected by prolonged exposure to hot water or steam and by certain aggressive process chemicals. Compatibility depends on chemical identity, concentration, temperature, and exposure duration. Recommendation: verify the specific fluids and gases, their concentrations and operating temperatures. For common air, water, oils, fuels and many neutral solvents at moderate temperatures, Connector "X" will generally withstand exposure. For strong acids/bases, ketones, chlorinated solvents, high-temperature steam, or other aggressive chemicals, choose an alternative material or confirm compatibility using a chemical compatibility chart or supplier data. If in doubt, perform compatibility testing under actual operating conditions.

“X” cross connector for a hose, acetal copolymer, type NA

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Cross for joining hoses type NA. Intended for use in control systems, in installations for the transport of gases and liquids, in vacuum installations, etc. Working pressure: up to 10 bar. Material: acetal copolymer (POM).

List of product variants

Article number	Product variant name	DN	BAR	Availability	Actions
NA-7720000004	Connector "X" DN2.9, hose 4 mm	4	10	In stock	Enquiry
NA-7720000005	Connector "X" DN3, hose 5 mm	5	10	In stock	Enquiry
NA-7720000006	Connector "X" DN4, hose 6 mm	6	10	In stock	Enquiry
NA-7720000012	Connector "X" DN8.6, hose 12 mm	12	10	In stock	Enquiry

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Cross for joining hoses type NA. Intended for use in control systems, in installations for the transport of gases and liquids, in vacuum installations, etc. Working pressure: up to 10 bar. Material: acetal copolymer (POM).