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Self-Locking Cylinder Connector (SDC)

Self-Locking Cylinder Connector (SDC)

Self-Locking Cylinder Connector (SDC)

Product catalog summary
Description
The Series SDC connection system is designed for installation into the outlet ports of various gas use, vent, and fill valves on cryogenic liquid cylinders. It is a one-piece assembly with a CGA fitting/clutch mechanism mounted in a stainless steel locking bracket, ensuring it cannot be removed without making the CGA outlet connection unusable.
Features and Benefits
  • Easy installation on most threaded cylinder valves using a standard hex wrench.
  • Includes NPT Male connection with factory-applied PTFE thread sealant tape.
  • Suitable for both industrial and medical applications.
  • Manufactured to industry standards with zero external leakage.
  • Cleaned and packaged for oxygen service.
  • Optional integral anti-back-flow check valve.
  • OEM endorsed.
Materials of Construction
  • Fitting Body, Clutch Housing: Brass, ASTM B16
  • Spherical Locking Pawls: 440 SS, ANSI 440C
  • Springs, Stop Washer: 302 SS, ASTM A313
  • Locking Sleeve, Retaining Pins: 304 SS, ASTM A240
  • Warning Label: 4 Mil Laminated Vinyl
Ordering Information
The ordering code includes series, inlet, seal material, and outlet specifications. For example, SDCC – 3 540 – V indicates a self-locking CGA connection with an integral check valve, 3/8" NPT Male inlet, VitonTM seal material, and CGA-540 outlet with a 3000 psi rating.
Proper Component Selection
When specifying a component, consider the total system design to ensure safe and trouble-free performance. The system designer is responsible for intended component function, materials compatibility, pressure ratings, installation, environment, and maintenance.
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Self-Locking Cylinder Connector (SDC)-1

Self-Locking Liquid Cylinder Connectors Description The Series SDC connection system is supplied for installation into the outlet ports of most gas use, vent and fill valves on a cryogenic liquid cylinder. The system is a onepiece assembly consisting of a CGA fitting/clutch mechanism permanently mounted in a stainless steel locking bracket. Once installed, this system cannot be removed without rendering the CGA outlet connection unusable. Features and Benefits • Easily installs on most existing threaded cylinder valves using standard hex wrench. • NPT Male connection supplied with factory applied PTFE thread sealant tape • Suitable for both Industrial and Medical Applications • CGA connections manufactured to industry standards • Zero external leakage • Cleaned and Packaged for Oxygen Service • Optional Integral Anti-Back-Flow Check Valve • OEM Endorsed Materials of Construction Component Fitting Body, Clutch Housing Spherical Locking Pawls Springs, Stop Washer Locking Sleeve, Retaining Pins Warning Label

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Self-Locking Cylinder Connector (SDC)-2

Self-Locking Liquid Cylinder Connectors Series SDCC Shown Connection with Integral Check Valve Ordering Information SERIES SDC - Self Locking CGA Connection SDCC - Self Locking CGA Connection with Integral Check Valve (3320, 3326, 3540, & 3580 only) Nominal 1 psi crack pressure. INLET 3 – 3/8" NPT Male 375 – 3/8" NPT Male Plug (3000 psi) omit outlet designation (specify SDC-375) OUTLET (MAWP*) 540 – CGA-540 (3000 psi) 320 – CGA-320 (3000 psi) 326 – CGA-326 (3000 psi) 580 – CGA-580 (3000 psi) 440 – CGA-440 (500 psi) 295 – CGA-295 (500 psi) 622 – CGA-622 (500 psi) 624 – CGA-624 (500 psi) * as defined...

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*Prices are pre-tax. They exclude delivery charges and customs duties and do not include additional charges for installation or activation options. Prices are indicative only and may vary by country, with changes to the cost of raw materials and exchange rates.