Fittings

  • How to Connect a Camlock Fitting to PVC Piping

    Whether you're a plumber, a homeowner doing your own plumbing, or otherwise working with PVC, camlock fittings are your best friend. Camlock hose fittings are special plumbing components that are ideal for attaching PVC pipe to other pipe materials.

    There are many different types of female and male camlock fittings, including those made of aluminum, stainless steel, brass, and more. There are even polypropylene camlock fittings, which are some of the most commonly used in the industry. Each of these various fittings gets connected to PVC differently, depending on the material.

    If you're curious and want to know more about camlock fittings and how they connect to PVC, you've come to the right place. This article will also look at the different types of camlock fittings and how to choose the one that's right for you.

     

    What are Camlock Fittings?

    Also referred to as cam and groove couplings, camlock fittings are used to connect two different piping materials together. These types of fittings typically consist of a coupler on one side and a grooved end on the other. Cam and groove couplings can also be used to attach two halves of the same material together. It all depends on your needs.

    In addition to being very versatile, camlock fittings are also easy to use and require no tools for installation. They also don't require any special preparation, such as glue or Teflon tape, and can be readily used in any environment. As such, they're the most popular type of coupler in the world and are used in many different industries.

     

    Different Types of Camlock Fittings

    As we said before, there are many different types of camlock fittings. They can be made of brass, aluminum, stainless steel, polypropylene, and nylon, to name the most common options. In addition to there being different material options, there are also different types of fittings based on your needs.

    Type A - Male Adapter With Female Thread

    Also known as a male camlock X, this type of fitting has a male end that fits into the female end of another camlock fitting and a female end with threaded ends.

    Type B - Female Coupler With Male Thread

    Also known as a female NPT camlock, this type of fitting has a female end that attaches to a male camlock X fitting, and a male threaded end.

    Type C - Coupler With Hose Tail

    This type of camlock fitting has a female end that attaches to a male camlock X and a male hose barb end that attaches to a hose fitting.

    Type D - Coupler With Female Thread

    This type of camlock fitting has a female end that attaches to a male camlock X and a female threaded side that attaches to a male thread.

    Type E - Adapter With Hose Tail

    This type of fitting has a male end that fits into the female end of another camlock fitting and a male hose barb end that attaches to a hose fitting.

    Type F - Adapter With Male Thread

    This type of fitting has a male end that fits into the female end of another camlock fitting and a male threaded side that screws into a female threaded end.

    Type DC - Dust Cap For Adapter

    This type of fitting is a dust cap that fits over the top of the male end of a camlock fitting to seal it off.

    Type DP - Dust Plug For Coupler

    This type of fitting is a dust plug with a male camlock end that fits into the end of a female coupler.

     

    Different Components of a Camlock Fitting

    As you can see, there are many different types and styles of camlock fittings. However, every fitting consists of two or three basic parts, including the following.

    Male Adapter 

    The first crucial part of a camlock fitting is the male adapter. The male end of the camlock coupling will either fit inside of a female camlock end or have threads so that you can screw it into the female end of your PVC pipe adapter. If it has threads, it's known as the cam groove end.

    Female Coupler

    The second part of any camlock fitting is the female coupler end. The female end will either fit around a male camlock end and fasten to it or have threaded grooves that attach to a PVC male adapter on a PVC pipe. In the case of metal pipe, the camlock will be made of metal and the threaded end will attach to a metal pipe fitting.

    Can Arms 

    Finally, you have cam arms, also known as cam levers, that are used to tighten the female cam fitting to the male end. Cam arms are only included on fittings with a female NPT camlock end.

     

    Which Camlock Fitting is Right For Me? 

    The nice part about camlock fittings is that it's fairly easy to determine which fitting is right for you as long as you follow these two steps. First, match the material of the camlock fitting with the material of whatever you're attaching to. Next, choose a fitting that has the ends and connectors you need to make a solid connection.

     

    How to Connect My Camlock Fitting to PVC Pipe 

    Now that you know the different types of camlock fittings and how to choose the one you need, let's look at how to connect camlock to PVC pipe.

    1. Start by gluing a male adapter onto the end of your PVC pipe. The male adapter will have a female end that goes around the outside of the pipe and a threaded male end.
    2. Next, select a Type A nylon or polypropylene camlock fitting.
    3. Screw the female end of the camlock onto the male end of the PVC adapter.
    4. Wrap Teflon tape around male end of the PVC adapter before screwing the female NPT camlock onto it.
    5. Next, select the right female NPT camlock fitting for your needs.
    6. To attach the female camlock to the male camlock, simply slide the female end over the male end.
    7. With the male end fully inserted, pull the cam handles down to lock the fittings in place.
    8. Remove the small pin from the cam handle and insert it into the hole just below the handle to lock the handle in place.

    By following these steps, you'll create a leak proof seal while connecting to PVC pipe. If you're not sure which type of camlock fitting is right for you, the pros at PVC Fittings Online can help! 

  • How to Connect PVC to Brass

    Brass Pipe

    If you're performing plumbing repairs or modifications, there's a chance you'll encounter a situation where you need to connect PVC to brass. In most cases, it's connecting a PVC fitting to a brass pipe, but it can also be the opposite. Either way, while connecting PVC to brass is possible, it's important to do it correctly to avoid leaks.

    The best way to connect PVC to brass is to use a threaded PVC female adapter and screw it onto the threaded end of a brass pipe. However, you can also use a flexible PVC or Fernco coupling with stainless steel clamps when connecting two pipes. The one way that you should never connect PVC to brass is with a traditional PVC coupling or fitting, fastened with PVC glue and primer.

    When connecting PVC to brass, using the right materials and following the proper procedures is vital. Otherwise, your connection will likely loosen, resulting in leaks, water damage, and mold issues.
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  • How to Loosen Threaded PVC Fittings and Joints

    Threaded PVC Fittings

    Whether you are working on a DIY craft project or you need to clear a clog in your drain line, you may one day find yourself staring at PVC pipes and fittings, wondering how to separate them. If your threaded PVC pipes and fittings were not glued together with solvent cement, or if the solvent cement has not yet cured, you may be able to separate your PVC fairly easily. Unfortunately, once solvent cement has been applied and allowed to cure, separating your threaded PVC pipes and fittings can be more challenging, though not impossible. Before you break out the hacksaw, though, there are some alternatives that may do the trick.
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  • How to Glue PVC Pipe / Fittings

    Glueing PVC Pipe and Fitting

    Are you working on a project involving PVC and wondering how to glue your pipes and fittings together? We’ll discuss selecting the proper glue, steps in preparing your piping or fittings, steps to glue the pvc materials together, and additional tips to make the process easy!
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  • How to Paint PVC Pipe / Fittings

    Piant Cans and Color Wheel

    Painted PVC can give a fun pop of color to any project, but the pipe’s molecular makeup requires a few important steps. Sand the PVC and wipe it with acetone before painting with a plastic-rated paint. Apply thin layers of paint and allow it to dry between coats. This process ensures the paint will adhere to the PVC.
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  • How Reliable are Compression Fittings?

    compression fittings and couplings

    If you’ve made a quick repair using a PVC compression fitting or coupling, or your plumber used one in your plumbing system, you may be wondering just how reliable these fittings are. The answer is very simple; compression fittings are extremely reliable! These fittings are a safe choice because they are leakproof and can be used in many types of high-pressure situations.
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  • How to Unglue PVC Fittings

    plumber gluing PVC pipe with primer and cement

    When you need to repair or replace a piece of PVC pipe or a fitting, you may be interested in learning how you can unglue PVC. Unfortunately, you cannot unglue PVC. However, there are alternative solutions. In this post, we will show you how to remove glued PVC fittings. You could twist apart the pipe and fitting before the cement has set, cut off the joint with a hacksaw, or heat up the joints.

    *Note: These methods may help in non-pressure applications. If removing pipe or fittings in pressure applications, make sure you follow the standards that are required.

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  • How Push-On Fittings Work for Plumbing and Irrigation

    Two push on fittings on black background

    It’s inevitable that at some point your plumbing or irrigation system is going to need repaired. Instead of spending your time draining the system completely dry, use push-on fittings. Push-on fittings are a quick and easy to use fitting that do not require adhesives to keep in place because they use little spurs to grip the pipe. With an O-ring seal to make the fitting watertight, push-on fittings are a go-to choice for plumbing and irrigation repairs.

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  • Using PVC for Plumbing Applications

    white pvc piping in a plumbing system

    One of the greatest moments in human history was the advent of indoor plumbing. Since the 1840s indoor plumbing has been taking the world by storm and many different materials have been used to provide plumbing lines. In recent years, PVC piping has been gaining popularity over copper tubing as a top choice for indoor plumbing. PVC is durable, inexpensive, and easy to install, which cements its place as one of the best choices for plumbing.

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  • Camlock vs Quick Disconnect Fittings Comparison - Brewery Use

    Beer brewers know that the equipment you use when making beer is just as important as the ingredients you use. That’s why it’s important that you have a good understanding of the equipment and parts that are used in the beer-making process – even down to the fittings that are used. In this post, we’ll look at camlock and quick disconnect fittings, the materials they are made of, and how they work in a brewery setting.
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