These two-ferrule fittings save time and money
Stakeholders in charge of medium- and high-pressure fluid-system applications for hydrogen fuel-cell technologies and downhole oil-and-gas exploration can achieve significant time and labor savings by switching from traditional cone-and-thread fittings to FK series two-ferrule tube fittings (photo). Using FK series fittings, assemblers have been able to complete fitting installations approximately five times faster, while virtually eliminating rework needed during hydrotesting and acceptance test steps, the company says. In service, FK series two-ferrule tube fittings help to improve system reliability and reduce overall maintenance needs. These efficiencies deliver significant savings and a reduced total cost of ownership. FK series fittings feature a female fitting body and a pre-assembled cartridge containing the male nut and color-coded front and back ferrules on a disposable arbor. The preassembled cartridge ensures correct ferrule orientation, visual confirmation of ferrule presence, and proper installation into the female body. The fittings are available in 316 stainless steel, alloy 2507 and alloy 625. — Swagelok Company, Solon, Ohio