Is the QC-LOKÂ® quick connector socket with male thread, stainless steel, type QC6 compatible with standard Instrumentation quick couplings from other manufacturers?

Yes. The QC-LOKÂ® quick connector socket with male thread, stainless steel, type QC6 is compliant with the Standard Instrumentation quick coupling specification and is interchangeable with standard Instrumentation quick couplings from other manufacturers. It is made of AISI 316 stainless steel, factory-tested for leak tightness, uses Viton seals, and is rated to 103 bar with an operating temperature range of â26Â°C to +204Â°C. Threads available: NPT, BSPT, or BSP.

Does the QC-LOKÂ® quick connector socket with male thread, stainless steel, type QC6 support Viton sealing for temperatures up to +204Â°C?

Yes. The QC-LOKÂ® quick connector socket with male thread, stainless steel, type QC6 uses Viton sealing and its operating temperature range includes up to +204Â°C, so Viton seals are supported for temperatures up to +204Â°C.

Can the QC-LOKÂ® quick connector socket with male thread, stainless steel, type QC6 be used with gases in medical applications?

Based on the provided description, the QC-LOKÂ® quick connector socket with male thread, stainless steel, type QC6 is made of AISI 316 stainless steel, has Viton seals, a working pressure of 103 bar, and an operating temperature range of -26Â°C to +204Â°C. The product family (QC4) is noted as used in medical and pharmaceutical applications and all couplings are factory-tested for leak tightness and conform to Standard Instrumentation, with compatibility across manufacturers. However, whether QC-LOKÂ® quick connector socket with male thread, stainless steel, type QC6 can be used with gases in medical applications depends on specific medical gas requirements and regulations (biocompatibility, purity, cleaning/sterilization procedures, certification for medical gas use, and compatibility with particular gases such as oxygen, nitrous oxide, medical air, etc.). Key considerations: - Material: AISI 316 stainless steel is commonly acceptable for medical gas systems. - Sealing: Viton is chemically resistant but is not suitable for high-purity oxygen service in many jurisdictions due to potential combustion/contamination risk; oxygen-compatible seals (e.g., EPDM or specially qualified materials) are often required. - Certifications: No explicit medical-gas certifications, oxygen-cleaning, or biocompatibility approvals are stated. - Standards: Compliance with âStandard Instrumentationâ and interchangeability is helpful but does not replace medical gas standards (e.g., ISO, CGA, or regional medical gas standards). Conclusion: The QC-LOKÂ® quick connector socket with male thread, stainless steel, type QC6 may be mechanically suitable for some medical gas applications, but you cannot assume it is approved for medical gases without confirmation of oxygen-cleaning/compatibility, appropriate seal material approvals, and relevant medical gas certifications. Consult the manufacturer for declared compatibility with specific medical gases and required certifications before use.

QC-LOK® quick connector socket with male thread, stainless steel, type QC6

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Material	SS – stainless steel

Quick coupling socket QC6 compliant with Standard Instrumentation, with valve, with external thread NPT, BSPT, or BSP. QC4 is a high-quality quick coupling used in aviation, gas industry, medical, pharmaceutical, and laboratories. All quick couplings are factory tested for leak tightness. Interchangeable with quick couplings of Instrumentation standard from other manufacturers. Material: AISI 316 steel. Working pressure: 103 bar. Sealing: viton. Operating temperature: from -26°C to +204°C.

List of product variants

Article number	Product variant name	DN	BAR	Availability	Actions
HM-QC6-B-MG-06-SS	Quick coupling socket QC6, GZ 3/8" BSP, SS	-	103	In stock	Enquiry
HM-QC6-B-MN-06-SS	QC6 quick connector socket, GZ 3/8" NPT, SS	-	103	In stock	Enquiry
HM-QC6-B-MR-06-SS	QC6 quick coupling socket, GZ 3/8" BSPT, SS	-	103	In stock	Enquiry

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Quick coupling socket QC6 compliant with Standard Instrumentation, with valve, with external thread NPT, BSPT, or BSP. QC4 is a high-quality quick coupling used in aviation, gas industry, medical, pharmaceutical, and laboratories. All quick couplings are factory tested for leak tightness. Interchangeable with quick couplings of Instrumentation standard from other manufacturers. Material: AISI 316 steel. Working pressure: 103 bar. Sealing: viton. Operating temperature: from -26°C to +204°C.