Standard couplings
PLC12
PLC12 is the polypropylene version of the CPC 1/4" couplings, fitted with EPDM seals. Polypropylene offers better chemical resistance than acetal and can be gamma sterilized; the couplings work from vacuum to 8.3 bar at 0 to 71 °C. Connection is one-handed, and the series is also offered with IdentiQuik RFID technology that identifies the connected line or medium.
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Buying guide
How to choose PLC12
What matters when choosing: properties, comparison and typical applications.
Selection criteria
| Criterion | Available | Note |
|---|---|---|
| Body material | Polypropylene | More chemically resistant than acetal, gamma sterilizable. |
| Seal | EPDM | Good for aqueous media, acids and alkalis, not for oils. |
| Pressure | Vacuum to 8.3 bar | Suitable for suction lines as well. |
| Temperature | 0 to 71 °C | For media below 0 °C, use the acetal PLC series. |
| Termination type | NPT and BSPT thread, hose barb, PTF, John Guest push-in | Integral terminations eliminate adapters. |
| Option | IdentiQuik RFID | Identifies device type and medium and verifies the correct line connection. |
Frequently asked questions
- How does PLC12 differ from PLC?
- In the material: PLC12 is polypropylene with EPDM seals, more chemically resistant and gamma sterilizable. Acetal PLC in turn covers a wider temperature range.
- Can PLC12 be sterilized?
- Yes, polypropylene is gamma sterilizable, which makes the series a candidate for lab and medical equipment.
- What is IdentiQuik?
- An RFID technology inside the coupling that transfers data along with the fluid. It identifies device type and medium, checks that lines are connected correctly and captures process data.
- What pressure and temperature are allowed?
- From vacuum to 8.3 bar at 0 to 71 °C.