Food and beverage couplings (NSF)
LC-NSF
LC NSF are chrome-plated brass quick disconnects for water and beverage lines, built for higher temperatures and pressures and for long service. They connect and disconnect with one hand and mate with PLC acetal and PLC12 polypropylene couplings. The rated range is -40 to 82 °C with NBR (Buna-N) seals. Inserts and bodies are available with 6.4 mm (1/4") or 9.5 mm (3/8") hose barbs, 1/4" and 3/8" NPT threads, straight, elbow and panel mount.
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Buying guide
How to choose LC-NSF
What matters when choosing: properties, comparison and typical applications.
Selection criteria
| Criterion | In this category | Note |
|---|---|---|
| Body | Chrome-plated brass | Rugged at higher pressure and temperature. |
| Seal | NBR (Buna-N) | For water and beverage lines. |
| Temperature | -40 to 82 °C | Same range as acetal PLC. |
| Compatibility | PLC, PLC12 | Metal and plastic halves can be combined. |
| Valve | valved and non-valved | Valved versions keep the line filled on disconnect. |
| Termination | hose barb 6.4 mm (1/4") and 9.5 mm (3/8"), NPT 1/4" and 3/8", PTF | In-line, elbow or panel mount. |
Frequently asked questions
- When to choose LC instead of PLC?
- When the coupling has to cope with higher temperature, higher pressure or mechanical stress. LC in chrome-plated brass is built for that; acetal PLC is lighter.
- Does LC mate with my PLC couplings?
- Yes, LC mates with acetal PLC and polypropylene PLC12. The equipment side can be brass while the hose side stays plastic, for example.
- Which terminations are available?
- Hose barbs for 6.4 mm (1/4") and 9.5 mm (3/8"), 1/4" and 3/8" NPT male threads and PTF. Mounting is free floating, panel mount or threaded.
- How is LC operated?
- With one hand: push the insert in until the latch engages, press the latch to disconnect.