Is the JIC straight fitting with carbon steel BSP socket, type EVGE-BE, compatible with standard 37Â° male JIC flanges and sealed with its rectangular elastomer insert?

Yes. The JIC straight fitting with carbon steel BSP socket, type EVGE-BE is compatible with standard 37Â° male JIC flanges and seals using its rectangular elastomer insert. The fitting is a JIC 37Â° design (mating surface angle and geometry match standard JIC male flanges), and the rectangular cross-section elastomer provides the sealing interface when compressed against the male flange face. Made of carbon steel and galvanized, the EVGE-BE will mate mechanically and form a pressure seal with standard 37Â° JIC male flanges, provided correct size, thread type (BSP socket to match the corresponding male thread/adaptor), and proper installation torque are observed. Ensure thread compatibility (BSP vs other thread standards) and confirm elastomer material compatibility with the fluid and operating temperature/pressure for reliable sealing.

Does the JIC straight fitting with carbon steel BSP socket, type EVGE-BE, require a specific torque for proper sealing of the rectangular elastomer insert?

The JIC straight fitting with carbon steel BSP socket, type EVGE-BE, does not typically require a specific torque value for sealing the rectangular elastomer insert; sealing is achieved by compression of the elastomer between the mating faces. However, proper assembly torque should be sufficient to compress the elastomer evenly without damaging it or the threads. Recommended practice: hand-start threads, then tighten to a controlled torque using manufacturer data if available; if no torque spec is provided, tighten to a moderate wrench-tight plus 1/4â1/2 turn, checking for leaks and avoiding over-tightening that can extrude or cut the elastomer. Always follow system pressure, size, and thread engagement guidelines and perform a leak test after assembly.

Can the JIC straight fitting with carbon steel BSP socket, type EVGE-BE be used with PTFE tape on the BSP threads without affecting the rectangular elastomer seal?

Yes. you can use PTFE tape on the BSP threads of the JIC straight fitting with carbon steel BSP socket, type EVGE-BE, provided you follow precautions so the rectangular elastomer seal is not compromised. Key points: - The EVGE-BE design seals primarily by the rectangular crossâsection elastomer at the face (37Â° JIC-to-elastomer contact), not by metal thread engagement. PTFE tape on the male BSP threads will not interfere with the face seal if correctly applied. - Use only a few thin wraps of highâquality PTFE tape (nonâfilled) in the direction of thread engagement. Excessive tape can prevent proper thread tightening, alter clamping force, or extrude into the sealing face area. - Do not apply tape where it can contact the elastomer sealing surface. Ensure the tape is confined to the thread crests and truncated before the shoulder so debris or fragments cannot migrate onto the elastomer. - Assemble and torque to the manufacturerâs recommended values. Underâ or overâtightening can damage the elastomer seal or create leaks. - Avoid thread sealants that cure into hard films or contain particulates (e.g., filled tapes or paste with fillers) that might abrade or intrude into the rectangular seal. - Inspect the elastomer and sealing faces for damage or contamination before assembly. After assembly, check for leaks under pressure per standard procedure. Following these guidelines, PTFE tape on the BSP threads will not adversely affect the rectangular elastomer seal of the JIC straight fitting with carbon steel BSP socket, type EVGE-BE.

JIC straight fitting with carbon steel BSP socket, type EVGE-BE

Additional information

Material	CS – steel (cast iron)

Straight JIC 37° fitting with external BSP thread (rectangular cross-section elastomer seal). Material: carbon steel, galvanized.

List of product variants

Article number	Product variant name	DN	BAR	Availability	Actions
HJ-EVGE-07-BE-02	GW JIC 7/16"-20 / GZ BSP 1/8" fitting	-	350	In stock	Enquiry
HJ-EVGE-07-BE-04	GW JIC 7/16"-20 / GZ BSP 1/4" fitting	-	350	In stock	Enquiry
HJ-EVGE-07-BE-06	GW JIC 7/16"-20 / GZ BSP 3/8" fitting	-	350	In stock	Enquiry
HJ-EVGE-08-BE-02	GW JIC 1/2"-20 / GZ BSP 1/8" fitting	-	350	In stock	Enquiry
HJ-EVGE-08-BE-04	GW JIC 1/2"-20 / GZ BSP 1/4" fitting	-	350	In stock	Enquiry
HJ-EVGE-08-BE-06	GW JIC 1/2"-20 / GZ BSP 3/8" fitting	-	350	In stock	Enquiry
HJ-EVGE-09-BE-04	GW JIC 9/16"-18 / GZ BSP 1/4" fitting	-	350	In stock	Enquiry
HJ-EVGE-09-BE-06	GW JIC 9/16"-18 / GZ BSP 3/8" fitting	-	350	In stock	Enquiry
HJ-EVGE-09-BE-08	GW JIC 9/16"-18 / GZ BSP 1/2" fitting	-	350	In stock	Enquiry
HJ-EVGE-12-BE-04	GW JIC 3/4"-16 / GZ BSP 1/4" fitting	-	350	In stock	Enquiry
HJ-EVGE-12-BE-06	GW JIC 3/4"-16 / GZ BSP 3/8" fitting	-	350	In stock	Enquiry
HJ-EVGE-12-BE-08	GW JIC 3/4"-16 / GZ BSP 1/2" fitting	-	350	In stock	Enquiry
HJ-EVGE-14-BE-06	GW JIC 7/8"-14 / GZ BSP 3/8" fitting	-	350	In stock	Enquiry
HJ-EVGE-14-BE-08	GW JIC 7/8"-14 / GZ BSP 1/2" fitting	-	350	In stock	Enquiry
HJ-EVGE-14-BE-12	GW JIC 7/8"-14 / GZ BSP 3/4" fitting	-	350	In stock	Enquiry
HJ-EVGE-17-BE-08	GW JIC 1.1/16"-12 / GZ BSP 1/2" fitting	-	350	In stock	Enquiry
HJ-EVGE-17-BE-12	GW JIC 1.1/16"-12 / GZ BSP 3/4" fitting	-	350	In stock	Enquiry
HJ-EVGE-17-BE-16	GW JIC 1.1/16"-12 / GZ BSP 1" fitting	-	350	In stock	Enquiry
HJ-EVGE-21-BE-12	GW JIC 1.5/16"-12 / GZ BSP 3/4" fitting	-	290	In stock	Enquiry
HJ-EVGE-21-BE-16	GW JIC 1.5/16"-12 / GZ BSP 1"	-	290	In stock	Enquiry
HJ-EVGE-21-BE-20	GW JIC 1.5/16"-12 / GZ BSP 1.1/4" fitting	-	290	In stock	Enquiry
HJ-EVGE-26-BE-16	GW JIC 1.5/8"-12 / GZ BSP 1" fitting	-	240	In stock	Enquiry
HJ-EVGE-26-BE-20	GW JIC 1.5/8"-12 / GZ BSP 1.1/4" fitting	-	240	In stock	Enquiry
HJ-EVGE-30-BE-20	GW JIC 1.7/8"-12 / GZ BSP 1.1/4"	-	240	In stock	Enquiry
HJ-EVGE-30-BE-24	GW JIC 1.7/8"-12 / GZ BSP 1.1/2" fitting	-	240	In stock	Enquiry