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Re: Solenoid Questions
NPT = National Pipe Taper specifies the size threading on screw fittings such as those that screw into the cylinders of solenoid valves. Ports are rated based on the inner diameter of the fitting inserted into this taper, not the thread size.
1/4" generally refers to the pneumatic tubing size that we use, e.g., push-to-connect fittings on the solenoid must be 1/4" on one end, but 1/8" on the inside of the threaded end.
There are push-to-connect fittings that we use with larger threaded ends to connect to storage tanks and regulators.
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Last edited by Mark McLeod : 13-01-2013 at 16:06.
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