Material: Made from high-quality brass, which offers excellent corrosion resistance, strength, and durability.
Finish: Typically has a natural brass finish, although some versions may be chrome-plated or nickel-plated for additional corrosion resistance and appearance.
Thread Types:
Standard Threads: Typically uses fine threads to provide a strong, secure connection.
Common Standards: Threads generally conform to ANSI or ISO standards for compatibility with various fitting sizes.
Size Range:
Available in a wide range of sizes to match different pipe or tube diameters, such as 1/8 inch, 1/4 inch, 3/8 inch, 1/2 inch, and up to 1 inch or more.
Pressure Rating:
Brass compression nuts are suitable for moderate to high pressures but may not be ideal for extremely high-pressure applications compared to welded or threaded fittings.
Classification
By Application:
Plumbing: Used to secure water pipes and ensure leak-free seals.
Gas Systems: Provides a reliable seal for gas lines, including natural gas and propane.
Pneumatic Systems: Common in air and pneumatic systems, where secure sealing is required without soldering or welding.
By Size:
Sized to match specific tubing or pipe diameters, with both metric and imperial sizes available.