One Touch Pneumatic Fittings | Orange Coast Pneumatics

One-Touch Fittings are a type of pneumatic fitting designed to allow quick and easy connection of air tubes without the need for additional tools. These fittings are essential in many industries due to their simple design, reliability, and time-saving benefits. With a secure push to connect mechanism, they ensure a tight seal while providing flexibility for various pneumatic systems, including those involving vacuum applications.

Types of One-Touch Fittings

Orange Coast Pneumatics offers a range of One-Touch Fittings tailored for different applications and environments. Here's a breakdown of the most common types:

Straight One-Touch Fittings: Ideal for simple, direct push to connect solutions between air tubes and devices, often found in clean room environments.
Elbow One-Touch Fittings: Perfect for connections in confined spaces, particularly those requiring a confined spaces release collar for fast and efficient disconnection in tight areas.
Branch and Bulkhead One-Touch Fittings: Designed for multiple connections or panel-mounted systems, available in a variety of thread types.
Push Lock Air Fittings vs. Push Connect Air Fittings: Push Lock fittings provide a secure connection for high-pressure environments, while Push Connect fittings offer flexibility in lower-pressure setups and easy removal when needed.

Benefits of One-Touch Fittings

Quick and easy installation—no tools required.
Durable and reliable air sealing with positive sealing for leak-proof performance.
Space-saving design for tight setups.
Flexible configurations to fit any system, including inch size tube compatibility.
Wide range of sizes and materials available for both completely oil-free and standard pneumatic systems.

Applications of One-Touch Fittings in Pneumatic Systems

While there are a wide range of applications for One-Touch Fittings, they are particularly valued for their convenience, reliability, and versatility across various industries. Here are some key areas where these fittings are commonly used:

Automation Systems

In the world of automation systems, One-Touch Fittings play a critical role in ensuring seamless connectivity between air tubes and pneumatic components. Their quick installation, secure connections, and adaptability to manifolds pressure configurations help streamline assembly lines and robotic systems, reducing downtime and increasing productivity.

Food Processing Equipment

When it comes to the food processing industry, hygiene and efficiency are top priorities. One-Touch Fittings are ideal for this environment due to their durable, easy-to-clean design. They ensure that air systems remain contaminant-free while offering reliable performance in fast-paced production environments, where reduced resistance helps maintain smooth operations.

Medical Devices

Precision and safety are essential in medical devices, making One-Touch Fittings an ideal choice. These fittings provide a reliable, leak-free connection that is critical for maintaining the integrity of medical equipment. Their ease of use also makes maintenance and system adjustments simple and fast, ensuring easy removal and replacements when necessary.

Industrial Machinery

In industrial machinery, downtime can be costly. One-Touch Fittings allow for quick and secure connections, minimizing the time spent on system maintenance or upgrades. Their robust design ensures durability even in harsh industrial environments, making them a trusted choice for manufacturers.

Airline Equipment

One-Touch Fittings are essential in airline equipment applications, where maintaining smooth and uninterrupted airflow is critical. These fittings offer positive sealing, ensuring no air leakage, which is vital for efficient operations in aircraft systems. Their lightweight and completely oil-free construction make them suitable for both cabin and technical systems, enhancing the overall safety and reliability of airline components.

SMC One-Touch Fittings

SMC is a leading manufacturer in the pneumatics industry, known for its high-quality and durable components. Their One-Touch Fittings are designed for maximum ease of use and longevity, providing reliable connections across diverse applications. SMC fittings are available in a wide range of configurations, body styles, and sizes, making them suitable for almost any pneumatic system, including systems requiring appliance tubing.

At Orange Coast Pneumatics, we carry a comprehensive selection of SMC One-Touch Fittings, ensuring that our customers have access to top-tier products from this trusted brand. Whether you're working on a large-scale industrial project or need precision for smaller applications, SMC’s fittings are a reliable choice, featuring options for both completely oil-free and standard applications.

Push Lock vs. Push Connect Air Fittings

When choosing between Push Lock and Push Connect Air Fittings, it's important to consider the specific demands of your system.

Push Lock Fittings: These fittings are ideal for high-pressure environments where a strong, secure connection is required. Commonly used in industries that prioritize durability and resistance to wear, they ensure long-term performance, reducing resistance in demanding conditions.
Push Connect Fittings: Better suited for lower-pressure systems, these fittings offer flexibility and ease of disconnection, perfect for applications where components may need frequent swapping or replacement. They also feature a release collar for quick and easy removal.

How to Select the Right One-Touch Fitting

Choosing the correct One-Touch Fitting for your pneumatic system is crucial for ensuring efficiency and reliability. There are several factors to consider when making your selection:

Material (Metal vs. Plastic)

One of the first things to consider is the material of the fitting. Metal fittings are known for their durability and ability to withstand harsh conditions, making them suitable for heavy-duty industrial applications. Plastic fittings, on the other hand, are lightweight and cost-effective, ideal for lower-pressure environments or applications where weight is a concern. Selecting the right material can also influence the fitting’s positive sealing capabilities.

Size

Size is another critical factor in selecting the right fitting. Ensure that the fitting you choose matches the diameter of the tubing in your system. A proper fit, whether for inch size tube or metric systems, prevents air leakage and ensures that the system operates at maximum efficiency.

Pressure and Temperature Rating

It's important to verify that the fitting is rated to handle the pressure and temperature conditions of your application. High-pressure environments may require more robust fittings, while low-pressure systems can accommodate more flexible options. Make sure the fitting's specifications match your system's requirements for reduced resistance and longevity.

Compatibility with Tubing and Hoses

Finally, consider the compatibility between your One-Touch Fittings and the tubing or hoses in your system. Different materials and sizes may require specific types of fittings to ensure a secure, leak-free connection. Be sure to select values that match your system’s performance needs, including thread types and other specifications for seamless integration.

Explore Our Range of One-Touch Fittings

Orange Coast Pneumatics offers a wide range of One-Touch Fittings to meet the needs of various industries and applications. Our inventory includes top-quality fittings from the following series:

KQ Series: Versatile and durable for most general applications.
KQG2 Series: Stainless steel construction for corrosion resistance.
KR Series: Compact fittings designed for confined spaces.
KA Series: High-pressure fittings for demanding environments.
KP Series: Lightweight and easy to install for low-pressure systems.
KE Series: Ideal for larger tubing and higher flow rates.
KG Series: Designed for chemical-resistant applications.
KC Series: Panel-mounted fittings for easy maintenance access.
KQB2 Series: Cost-effective solution for standard pneumatic systems.

For engineers and designers, we also offer CAD downloads for easy integration into your project designs, ensuring you have the precise specifications at your fingertips.

Contact Us for More Information

If you're looking for more information or assistance in selecting the right One-Touch Fitting, our team at Orange Coast Pneumatics is here to help. Contact us today, and let us guide you through our extensive range of products, ensuring you get the best solutions for your pneumatic systems.

KQ2

KQ2 one-touch fittings, metric and inch size fittings are available in a wide variety of sizes, body styles and thread types. The use of a special profile seal allows the KQ2 to be used for a wide range of pressures from a low vacuum up to a pressure of 1MPa.  The KQ2 release collar releases both the chuck and collet to provide a low disconnection force for easy removal of the tubing.

KQG2

Series KQG2 is a one-touch fitting made of all stainless steel SUS316, except seal parts. The series is suitable for use with steam and is grease-free. Applicable tubing includes FEP, PFA, nylon, soft nylon, polyurethane and polyolefin. The KQG2 series is available in both metric and inch sizes. The KQG2 is more compact and lightweight, and offers more configuration variations and tube sizes than the KQG series.

KR

Flame resistant, one-touch fitting series KR can be used for a wide range of pressures from a low vacuum up to a pressure of 145 PSI. The use of a special profile ensures positive sealing and reduced resistance when the tube is being inserted. KR fittings are effective when piping in a confined space. The body and threaded portion can turn.

KA

Antistatic One-touch fittings series KA has one-touch loading and unloading. Series KA can be used in copper-free applications and in vacuum (max. -100kPa). Conductive resin is used for body and seals in fittings and tubing. Series KA is flame resistant (UL94 standard, V-0).

KP

Series KP are one-touch fittings for clean room blow-off systems and drive air systems. The KP series is completely oil free and liquid-contact areas are non-metallic. Parts are cleaned, assembled and double packaged in a clean room. Resin parts for one-touch series KPQ/KPG (for drive system air piping) are polypropylene.

KE

Series KE pressure relief valve with one-touch fitting can release residual pressure from a cylinder to the atmosphere by the push button. The two types of available piping are the one-touch fitting type and the Rc(PT) screw type.

KG

SMC’s popular one touch fitting technology has been incorporated into this series where all the wetted metal parts are made from stainless steel. This fitting is suitable for use in CRT production for example where the use of copper must be avoided. Other applications include wash down or other environments that could corrode normal fittings. KG can be used for vacuum –100 kPa and pressures up to 1 MPa (~150 PSI). This fitting is available in 27 different body styles, with connection sizes from M5 to ½ R(PT), and tube sizes from 4mm OD to 12 mm OD.

KC

Self-seal fitting series KC is best for multiple use areas when pressure cannot be shut down. One-touch fittings (with built-in self-seal mechanism) are used to prevent air exhaust when removing tube. There are 10 styles available including electroless nickel plated for copper-free applications.

KQB2

Compact and lightweight, the KQB2 one-touch fitting uses electroless nickel plated brass components as standard specification. Its maximum operating temperature is 150° C.  KQB2 fittings can be used with fluid, and in environments having a large temperature change.  Configuration variations have been improved to 17 models.  Applicable tube sizes are Ø3.2 to Ø16 and 1/8" to 1/2".  Series KQB2 is available with M, R, Rc, UNF, NPT or G connection threads.

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