Is the GUILLEMIN connector with BSP male thread, aluminum suitable for steam or gas transfer?

No . the GUILLEMIN connector with BSP male thread, aluminum is not suitable for steam or gas transfer. The product description explicitly states it is intended for industrial and bulk material handling installations (granules) and is not suitable for steam and gas transfer. Although it is made of aluminum, rated for 16 bar, and uses white NBR sealing (operating temperature -10Â°C to +80Â°C), these materials and ratings do not make it appropriate for steam or gas applications. Use a connector specifically designed and certified for steam or gaseous media.

Can the GUILLEMIN connector with BSP male thread, aluminum be used for handling food-grade granules in bulk material systems?

Based on the provided description, the GUILLEMIN connector with BSP male thread, aluminum can be used for handling food-grade granules in bulk material systems with reservations. Positives: it is explicitly intended for industrial and bulk material handling of granules, has a symmetrical connection design, aluminum construction and white NBR sealing-materials commonly acceptable for dry granule transfer. Limits: it is not suitable for steam or gas transfer and its NBR seal and aluminum are rated for â10Â°C to +80Â°C, so it may be unsuitable for high-temperature processes or aggressive cleaning (e.g., high-temperature steam or certain chemicals). For food-grade certainty, confirm that aluminum and the specific NBR compound meet relevant food-contact certifications (e.g., FDA, EU 1935/2004) and that cleaning/operating conditions remain within the stated limits.

Does the GUILLEMIN connector with BSP male thread, aluminum resist corrosion in outdoor industrial environments?

The GUILLEMIN connector with BSP male thread, aluminum is designed for industrial and bulk material handling (granules) and is made of aluminum with white NBR sealing. Aluminum offers good corrosion resistance in many outdoor environments, especially compared with unprotected steel, but its performance depends on specific conditions: - General outdoor industrial use: Aluminum resists atmospheric corrosion well in normal urban and rural settings; the connector should perform satisfactorily for typical outdoor industrial exposure (rain, dust, moderate pollution). - Coastal or highly corrosive atmospheres: In environments with salt spray, high humidity, or strong chemical pollutants, aluminum is more prone to pitting and accelerated corrosion than stainless steels or specially coated materials. Without additional protective coating or anodizing, long-term durability in marine or highly aggressive industrial atmospheres may be limited. - Contact with chemicals and liquids: The connector is stated âNot suitable for steam and gas transfer.â Resistance to specific aggressive chemicals (acids, alkalis, solvents) is not specified; aluminum can react with some chemicals, so compatibility must be checked for any process fluids or splashes. - Mechanical and sealing considerations: White NBR sealing is suitable between â10Â°C and +80Â°C and resists oils and many common liquids, but NBR can degrade with certain chemicals (e.g., strong ketones, some hydrocarbons). The working pressure is 16 barâadequate for many usesâbut ensure the sealing material and aluminum are compatible with the actual media and temperatures. - Recommendations: For typical outdoor industrial bulk-handling (non-marine, non-chemical aggressive) the GUILLEMIN connector with BSP male thread, aluminum should resist corrosion adequately. For coastal/marine sites, highly polluted areas, or where chemical exposure is possible, consider a stainless steel variant, protective coatings (anodizing, painting), or confirm material compatibility with site-specific conditions. Conclusion: Acceptable corrosion resistance for general outdoor industrial environments, but assess site-specific risks (salt, aggressive chemicals, high pollution) and consider protective measures or alternative materials if such risks exist.

GUILLEMIN connector with BSP male thread, aluminum

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Additional information

Material	AL – aluminum
Standard length [m]	100

GUILLEMIN connector with external BSP thread intended for industrial and bulk material handling installations, granules. Not suitable for steam and gas transfer. The connector has a symmetrical design of the connection part. Manufactured according to standard EN 14420-8/NF-E-29572. Material: aluminum. Working pressure: 16 bar. Sealing: white NBR rubber. Operating temperature: from -10°C to +80°C.

List of product variants

Article number	Product variant name	Nominal inner diameter	Working pressure [bar]
GU-GZ-075-A	GUILLEMIN connector DN 20 with GZ 3/4", aluminum	-	-
GU-GZ-100-A	GUILLEMIN connector DN 25 with GZ 1", aluminum	-	-
GU-GZ-125-A	GUILLEMIN connector DN 32 with GZ 1.1/4", aluminum	-	-
GU-GZ-150-A	GUILLEMIN connector DN 40 with GZ 1.1/2", aluminum	-	-
GU-GZ-200-A	GUILLEMIN connector DN 50 with GZ 2", aluminum	-	-
GU-GZ-250-A	GUILLEMIN connector DN 65 with GZ 2.1/2", aluminum	-	-
GU-GZ-300-A	GUILLEMIN connector DN 80 with GZ 3", aluminum	-	-
GU-GZ-400-A	GUILLEMIN connector DN 100 with GZ 4", aluminum	-	-
GU-GZ-600-A	GUILLEMIN connector DN 150 with GZ 6", aluminum	-	-

GUILLEMIN connector with external BSP thread intended for industrial and bulk material handling installations, granules. Not suitable for steam and gas transfer. The connector has a symmetrical design of the connection part. Manufactured according to standard EN 14420-8/NF-E-29572. Material: aluminum. Working pressure: 16 bar. Sealing: white NBR rubber. Operating temperature: from -10°C to +80°C.