New Connectors Allow Easy Connection and Disconnection to Refrigerant Lines, Increasing Efficiency and Reducing Worker Fatigue On GlobalSpec

From FasTest, Inc.

To evacuation and charging productivity, a new type of connector allows installation and removal in just
two simple steps. These refrigeration quick disconnects feature a unique lever action,
requiring minimal effort and adding the mechanical advantage of the lever design to
open the valve.

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Product Announcements

Refrigeration Quick Disconnect - RQD

FasTest, Inc.

FasTest introduces its new Refrigeration Quick Disconnect (RQD) for reliable connections to refrigerant lines for charging or evacuating cooling appliances and applications under high pressure. (read more)

WEH TW111 Connector

WEH Technologies Inc.

Connector for filling refrigerants in refrigerating and air conditioning plants with "Schrader: valves. (read more)

New WEH® Yoke Connector for filling medical oxygen

WEH Technologies Inc.

The new light brass WEH® Yoke Quick Connector is designed to meet the CGA870 standard and is available with ¼” NPT male media connection. (read more)

WEH® Leak test connector for female threads

WEH Technologies Inc.

WEH® Quick Connector for Leak Testing and Function Testing | No wrench tightening, no thread sealants - Just PUSH to connect. Applications include pneumatic and hydraulic pressure and function... (read more)

New Re-Engineered MR4 Vacuum Lifter

Wood's Powr-Grip Co., Inc.

Built for speed and efficiency on glass production lines, Wood's Powr-Grip's MR4 vacuum lifters have been redesigned to accommodate a larger and more powerful vacuum pump. (read more)

Instant connection to CGA gas cylinder threads

WEH Technologies Inc.

WEH® CGA 580 / CGA 540 quick connector with actuation loop used for compressed gas filling applications (oxygen, nitrogen, argon, etc.) up to 4,350 psi to be connected to male and female NPT... (read more)

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