Is the Straight plug connector with male thread, stainless steel, AI-60020 compatible with aggressive chemicals and suitable for food and pharmaceutical applications?

Yes. The Straight plug connector with male thread, stainless steel, AI-60020 is suitable for aggressive chemicals and for food and pharmaceutical applications. It is made entirely of AISI 316L stainless steel (high corrosion resistance), contains no plastic parts, and uses Viton seals.materials chosen for chemical resistance and compatibility with hygienic industries. Operational range: -15Â°C to +225Â°C, working pressure up to 15 bar, and vacuum 0.99 bar. Its construction and materials make it appropriate for use in chemical, food, pharmaceutical, electronic industries and medical settings.

Does the Straight plug connector with male thread, stainless steel, AI-60020 require special maintenance for long-term use in corrosive environments?

Straight plug connector with male thread, stainless steel, AI-60020 does not require special maintenance beyond standard good practice for long-term use in corrosive environments. Because it is made entirely of AISI 316L and uses Viton seals, it offers high resistance to many corrosive agents and chemicals. Recommended maintenance: periodic visual inspections for wear, pitting or deposits; regular cleaning with compatible solvents to remove corrosive residues; check and replace Viton seals if hardened, cracked or leaking; ensure threads are clean and lightly lubricated with a compatible anti-seize or grease if reassembly frequency or galling risk is a concern. Follow industry-specific cleaning and inspection intervals for chemical/food/pharma applications.

Can the Straight plug connector with male thread, stainless steel, AI-60020 be autoclaved repeatedly without degrading seals?

Yes. The Straight plug connector with male thread, stainless steel, AI-60020 can be autoclaved repeatedly without degrading seals, provided standard steam-autoclave conditions stay within the componentâs specified limits. Reasons: - Construction: The connector is made entirely of AISI 316L stainless steel, which is highly resistant to corrosion and to repeated steam sterilization cycles. - Seal material: Seals are made of Viton (FKM), which tolerates temperatures up to +225Â°C and exhibits excellent chemical and thermal resistance; standard steam autoclaving (typically 121Â°Câ134Â°C) is well below this upper limit. - Operating range: The declared operating temperature range (â15Â°C to +225Â°C) and working pressure (15 bar) exceed typical autoclave conditions (e.g., 1â3 bar overpressure at 121â134Â°C), so neither temperature nor pressure should compromise the connector or seals when used as intended. Caveats: - Repeated autoclaving in strongly oxidative or chlorinated steam environments, or exposure to aggressive sterilant residues, could accelerate elastomer aging compared with pure steamâthough Viton is generally resistant to many chemicals. - Mechanical damage, excessive tightening, or incompatible cleaning agents can shorten seal life. - For critical or validated sterilization processes (pharmaceutical/medical use), perform validation testing (number of cycles, burst/leak tests, and extractables/biocompatibility as required) to confirm long-term performance in your specific conditions. In normal steam-autoclave applications, Straight plug connector with male thread, stainless steel, AI-60020 is suitable for repeated autoclaving without seal degradation.

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High quality Connection push-in straight with a thread external parallel (BSP or M5), made entirely of steel AISI 316L, series 60000. no element plastic, and seal made of Viton ensure high resistance to action agents corrosion and substances chemical. used in industry chemical, food, pharmaceutical, electronic and in medicine. Material: steel AISI 316L. Operating temperature: od -15°C up to +225°C. Working pressure: 15 bar. Vacuum: 0.99 bar. sealing: Viton.

List of product variants

Article number	Product variant name	DN	BAR	Availability	Actions
AI-60020-04-02	Straight fitting, hose 4 mm, 1/8" BSP male, AISI 316L	-	15	In stock	Enquiry
AI-60020-04-04	Straight fitting, hose 4 mm, 1/4" BSP male, AISI 316L	-	15	In stock	Enquiry
AI-60020-04-M5	Straight fitting, hose 4 mm, M5 male, AISI 316L	-	15	In stock	Enquiry
AI-60020-06-02	Straight fitting, hose 6 mm, 1/8" BSP male, AISI 316L	-	15	In stock	Enquiry
AI-60020-06-04	Straight fitting, hose 6 mm, 1/4" BSP male, AISI 316L	-	15	In stock	Enquiry
AI-60020-08-02	Straight fitting, hose 8 mm, 1/8" BSP male, AISI 316L	-	15	In stock	Enquiry
AI-60020-08-04	Straight fitting, hose 8 mm, 1/4" BSP male, AISI 316L	-	15	In stock	Enquiry
AI-60020-10-04	Straight fitting, hose 10 mm, 1/4" BSP male, AISI 316L	-	15	In stock	Enquiry
AI-60020-10-06	Straight fitting, hose 10 mm, 3/8" BSP male, AISI 316L	-	15	In stock	Enquiry
AI-60020-12-06	Straight fitting, hose 12 mm, 3/8" BSP male, AISI 316L	-	15	In stock	Enquiry
AI-60020-12-08	Straight fitting, hose 12 mm, 1/2" BSP male, AISI 316L	-	15	In stock	Enquiry

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High quality Connection push-in straight with a thread external parallel (BSP or M5), made entirely of steel AISI 316L, series 60000. no element plastic, and seal made of Viton ensure high resistance to action agents corrosion and substances chemical. used in industry chemical, food, pharmaceutical, electronic and in medicine. Material: steel AISI 316L. Operating temperature: od -15°C up to +225°C. Working pressure: 15 bar. Vacuum: 0.99 bar. sealing: Viton.