brass compression nut
Product Details:
- Product Type brass compression nut
- Material BRASS
- Shape Hexagonal
- Head Code Hex
- Surface Treatment Polished
- With Rings No
- Working Mediums Water, Oil, Gas
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brass compression nut Price And Quantity
- 1050.0 INR/Kilograms
- 1000 Kilograms
brass compression nut Product Specifications
- Polished
- BRASS
- Hex
- Nickel Plated
- Water, Oil, Gas
- No
- Hexagonal
- brass compression nut
- Yes
- Compression Fitting
- Plumbing, Gas Fittings, Hydraulic Pipe Lines
- Up to 35 bar
- Brass
- ISO, DIN, BS
- -20C to 120C
- 1/8" to 2"
- Golden (Nickel Plated Silver)
- BSP/Metric
brass compression nut Trade Information
- Cash in Advance (CID)
- 5000 Kilograms Per Month
- 2 Week
- Sample costs shipping and taxes has to be paid by the buyer
- Asia, Australia, Central America, North America, South America, Eastern Europe, Western Europe, Middle East, Africa
- All India
Product Description
The Brass Compression Nut is a vital mechanical component used in conjunction with a compression sleeve (ferrule) and a fitting body to create a leak-proof connection between tubing and a fluid system. It acts as the "driver" of the compression assembly, providing the necessary axial force to deform the internal sleeve and secure the joint without the need for soldering, flare tools, or adhesives.
Material Composition and Strength
Machined from high-quality heavy-duty brass (often C36000 or CZ121), the compression nut is designed to handle significant torque. Brass is the preferred material for these fasteners because it offers a perfect balance of strength and ductility. It provides the hardness required to maintain thread integrity under high pressure while remaining soft enough to prevent the "galling" or seizing often seen with stainless steel fasteners. Its natural resistance to corrosion makes it ideal for water, oil, and gas applications.
Mechanical Function and Installation
The nut features a hollow center and internal threads. During installation, the nut and ferrule are slid onto the tubing. As the nut is threaded onto the fitting body and tightened, its internal beveled "shoulder" pushes against the ferrule. This force compresses the ferrule onto the outer diameter of the tube, causing it to "bite" into the tubing and creating a continuous, high-pressure seal.
Key Features and Specifications
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Standard Sizing: Available in a wide range of sizes, most commonly following OD (Outside Diameter) measurements such as 1/8", 1/4", 3/8", and 1/2".
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Ease of Assembly: One of its greatest advantages is that it can be installed using standard wrenches, making it perfect for field repairs and installations in tight spaces where torches cannot be used safely.
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Pressure Rating: When properly installed on copper or plastic tubing (with an insert), brass compression nuts can reliably handle working pressures up to 400 PSI, depending on the tubing size.
Primary Applications
Brass compression nuts are ubiquitous in residential plumbing (faucet supply lines, toilet connections), HVAC systems (oil and gas lines), and industrial instrumentation. They are the industry standard for connecting water filtration systems, ice makers, and pneumatic control lines where a reliable, removable, and heat-free connection is required.
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