Is the Straight connection with male thread and spigot, type R 6 NSF suitable for use with potable hot water up to 150Â°C?

Straight connection with male thread and spigot, type R 6 NSF is suitable for potable hot water up to 150Â°C. Yes. The product is explicitly designed for the food industry including hot drinking water, has an operating temperature range up to +150Â°C, uses nickel-plated brass with no plastic parts, and features Viton seals approved for food contact by the FDA. It meets NSF/ANSI 51 and NSF/ANSI 61 standards (for food equipment materials and drinking water system components). Working pressure 16 bar and vacuum rating 0.99 bar are within typical service limits. Therefore it is suitable for potable hot water applications up to 150Â°C.

Can the Straight connection with male thread and spigot, type R 6 NSF be sterilized for pharmaceutical or medical use without degrading the Viton seals?

Straight connection with male thread and spigot, type R 6 NSF can be sterilized for pharmaceutical or medical use without degrading the Viton seals, within the stated operating limits. The seals are Viton (FDA food-contact approved) and the assembly is rated for -20Â°C to +150Â°C, making it compatible with common sterilization methods such as autoclaving (steam up to ~121â134Â°C) and many chemical sterilants. Viton resists detergents and a wide range of chemicals, supporting use in pharmaceutical/medical environments. Ensure sterilization parameters (temperature, exposure time, chemical agents) do not exceed 150Â°C or involve solvents/conditions known to attack fluorocarbon elastomers. For critical validated processes, perform compatibility/validation testing under your specific sterilization cycle and regulatory requirements.

Can the Straight connection with male thread and spigot, type R 6 NSF be used with aggressive cleaning agents common in food processing?

Straight connection with male thread and spigot, type R 6 NSF can be used with aggressive cleaning agents commonly used in food processing. Product features that support this: - No plastic components and nickel-plated brass construction provide good chemical and mechanical resistance. - Seals are made of Viton (FDA-approved for food contact), which offers high resistance to many aggressive detergents, solvents and cleaning chemicals. - Designed for the food industry and also specified as suitable for chemical, pharmaceutical and medical applications. - Wide operating temperature range (â20Â°C to +150Â°C) and working pressure up to 16 bar, suitable for typical cleaning conditions. Cautions: - Viton resists many but not all chemicals (e.g., certain highly concentrated amines or ketones may attack it). Verify compatibility of specific cleaning agents with Viton and nickel-plated brass. - For chlorinated alkaline cleaners, strong acids, oxidizers (e.g., concentrated hypochlorite, nitric acid) or prolonged exposure, consult the chemical compatibility data and, if needed, the manufacturer. - Follow recommended concentration, temperature and exposure time limits from the cleaner supplier to avoid premature seal or plating degradation. Conclusion: In general use with common aggressive foodâindustry cleaning agents the Straight connection with male thread and spigot, type R 6 NSF is suitable, but always confirm compatibility of the specific detergent and cleaning protocol with Viton and nickelâplated brass before prolonged or concentrated use.

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Material	B – brass (bronze)

Connection straight with a thread external and spigot, series F type R 6 NSF. intended for industry food (e.g. for cold or hot water potable). no element plastic, coated coating nickel in special process chemical and seal made of Viton ensure high resistance to action detergents and other agents chemical. is suitable also for many applications in industry chemical, pharmaceutical, electronic and in medicine. Operating temperature: od -20°C up to +150°C. Working pressure: 16 bar. Vacuum: 0.99 bar. Material: brass nickel-plated. sealing: Viton (approved for contact with food through FDA). standards: NSF/ANSI 51, NSF/ANSI 61.

List of product variants

Article number	Product variant name	DN	BAR	Availability	Actions
MW-2F06000	Fitting R6 NSF with spigot 6 mm, M5 male	-	16	In stock	Enquiry
MW-2F06001	Fitting R6 NSF with spigot 4 mm, M5 male	-	16	In stock	Enquiry
MW-2F06002	Fitting R6 NSF with spigot 4 mm, 1/8" BSP male	-	16	In stock	Enquiry
MW-2F06003	Fitting R6 NSF with spigot 4 mm, 1/4" BSP male	-	16	In stock	Enquiry
MW-2F06007	Fitting R6 NSF with spigot 6 mm, 1/8" BSP male	-	16	In stock	Enquiry
MW-2F06008	Fitting R6 NSF with spigot 6 mm, 1/4" BSP male	-	16	In stock	Enquiry
MW-2F06009	Fitting R6 NSF with spigot 8 mm, 1/8" BSP male	-	16	In stock	Enquiry
MW-2F06010	Fitting R6 NSF with spigot 8 mm, 1/4" BSP male	-	16	In stock	Enquiry
MW-2F06011	Fitting R6 NSF with spigot 8 mm, 3/8" BSP male	-	16	In stock	Enquiry
MW-2F06012	Fitting R6 NSF with spigot 10 mm, 1/4" BSP male	-	16	In stock	Enquiry
MW-2F06013	Fitting R6 NSF with spigot 10 mm, 3/8" BSP male	-	16	In stock	Enquiry

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Connection straight with a thread external and spigot, series F type R 6 NSF. intended for industry food (e.g. for cold or hot water potable). no element plastic, coated coating nickel in special process chemical and seal made of Viton ensure high resistance to action detergents and other agents chemical. is suitable also for many applications in industry chemical, pharmaceutical, electronic and in medicine. Operating temperature: od -20°C up to +150°C. Working pressure: 16 bar. Vacuum: 0.99 bar. Material: brass nickel-plated. sealing: Viton (approved for contact with food through FDA). standards: NSF/ANSI 51, NSF/ANSI 61.