NYLON FITTINGS
Nylon is a strong and rigid polymer with excellent chemical and heat resistance. Our nylon fittings are made from high quality 1st generation resin. Nylon fittings are generally acceptable for use at working pressures up to 150 PSI at normal room temperatures; and at lower pressures, working temperatures can approach 167°F (see physical properties).
Nylon is resistant to a broad range of chemicals including most agricultural chemicals, ammonium compounds, detergents, diesel fuel, ethanol, gasoline, hexane, magnesium sulphate, most sodium compounds, trichloroethylene, and zinc sulphate.
Nylon fittings should not be used with acid-based fertilizers, bromine, chlorine, fluorine, hydrochloric acid, iodine, nitric acid, phosphoric acid, sulfuric acid and xylene. It should also be noted that chlorine in water systems can produce an oxidizing environment that will shorten the life of nylon based materials.
Recommended
Use for high structural or physical strength
This information is provided as a guide. Due to infinite end use possibilities, TerreMax, Inc. cannot assume liability related to the suitability of our products for end use. It must be the responsibility of the end user to independently analyze our products and make that determination.
Use for diesel fuel and gasoline
Use Teflon tape
Use for applications up to 167°F (see physical properties)
Not Recommended
Use with acid-based fertilizers & chemicals
Use with xylene-based chemicals
Use with chlorine-based chemicals including chlorinated water systems
Use with compressed gases
Use in applications subject to ozone
Use in situations with extreme exposure to ultraviolet radiation
Use at 32°F or below where fluid expansion due to freezing can occur
Physical Properties
(Values are representative, but may vary slightly. Specific grade details are available upon request.)
Tensile Strength @ Yield: 12300 psi
Flexural Modulus: 420600 psi
Izod Impact (Notched): 2.62 ft–lbs/in
Maximum Use Temperature: up to 167°F @ 75psi (based on relative temperature index mechanical w/impact)
Minimum Use Temperature: Resin durability generally decreases as temperature decreases; therefore, minimum use temperature must be based on the requirements of the specific application. In some cases, resin properties are published down to -40°F. However, special consideration does need to be given to end use applications where there is a possibility of expansion due to freezing.
Certifications & Compliance
RoHS Compliant
FDA Approved
NSF61 Certified
PROP 65 Compliant
REACH Compliant
POLYPROPYLENE FITTINGS
Polypropylene is a durable polymer with excellent resistance to chemicals and leeching, making it particularly well suited for high-purity applications. Our polypropylene fittings are made from either calcium carbonate or glass fiber filled resin depending on their size and characteristics. These fillers help decrease resin cost, improve manufacturing characteristics, and enhance strength and toughness. Polypropylene fittings are generally acceptable for use at working pressures up to 150 PSI at room temperature. As with all thermoplastics, an increase in working temperature is accompanied by a decrease in operating pressure. Polypropylene can approach working temperatures of 140°F at lower pressures. (See physical properties).
Polypropylene is resistant to a broad range of chemicals including most agricultural chemicals, acid based fertilizers, ammonium compounds, calcium carbonate, ethanol, hydrochloric acid, magnesium sulfate, oxalic acid, proprionic acid, phosphoric acid and sodium compounds.
Polypropylene fittings should not be used with aromatic hydrocarbons, carbon tetrachloride, gasoline, hexane, kerosene, nitric acid, sodium hypochlorite, toluene trichloroethylene and xylene.
Recommended
Use at normal ag sprayer spring and summer field conditions
Use for acid resistance
Use for temperature up to 140°F (see physical properties)
This information is provided as a guide. Due to infinite end use possibilities, TerreMax, Inc. cannot assume liability related to the suitability of our products for end use. It must be the responsibility of the end user to independently analyze our products and make that determination.
Use for UV resistance, prolonged exposure to sunlight
Not Recommended
Use impact wrenches
Overtightening
Use Teflon tape or Teflon sealants
Use with toluene or xylene based chemicals
Use 32°F or below where fluid expansion due to freezing can occur
Physical Properties
(Values are representative, but may vary slightly. Specific grade details are available upon request.)
Tensile Strength @ Yield: CC filled – 4000 psi GF filled – 11500 psi
Flexural Modulus: CC filled – 280000 psi GF filled – 650000 psi
Izod Impact (Notched): CC filled – 0.8 ft–lbs/in GF filled – 1.5 ft–lbs/in
Maximum Use Temperature: up to 140°F @ 75psi (based on relative temperature index mechanical w/impact)
Minimum Use Temperature: Resin durability generally decreases as temperature decreases; therefore, minimum use temperature must be based on the requirements of the specific application. In some cases, resin properties are published down to -40°F. However, special consideration does need to be given to end use applications where there is a possibility of expansion due to freezing.
Certifications & Compliance
RoHS Compliant PROP 65 Compliant
REACH Compliant
