Flowpath Newsletter from Value Plastics, designers and manufacturers of over 3,400 plastic tubing components.

When you see the endless variety of medical device components, you might marvel at the creativity that allows device manufacturers to solve problems in so many ways. Now-prepare to be even more impressed. Creative minds in many industries have come up with ways to use these components, whether the application is medical, industrial, or even for food and beverage.

Flexelene™ FX tubing is designed for use with barbed fittings and is compatible with most standard barb sizes. The inside diameter of the tubing is sized so that Eldon James fittings fit easily into the tubing. FX tubing and FXAG antimicrobial (protected) tubing are recommended for use with barbed fittings only.

Flexelene™ CFX tubing is designed for use with compression or push-on style fittings. CFX and CFXAG antimicrobial (protected) tubing is sized so that the outside dimension (OD) of the tubing is compatible with push-on fittings. This type of fitting seals with an O-Ring against the tubing~s outer wall. Eldon James single barb fittings can be used with Flexelene™ CFX tubing; however, use of a lubricant (glycerine, water, soap, alcohol etc.) may be necessary to facilitate insertion.

The Typhoon is Coilhoses most powerful blow gun, delivering up to 51 CFM and over three pounds of thrust at 125 PSI. The Typhoon is ideal for heavy duty clean up and blow off, and its light weight and sleek design make this gun a favourite. The Typhoon meets or exceeds OSHA regulations, and a wide variety of tips and extensions is available.

Value Plastics expands its line of XQC Series quick connect fittings/quick disconnect couplings with 8 new configurations and an additional raw material family. The new products makes designers tasks easier by expanding the range of available options. As with the first series of XQC products released for sale in 2007, the new XQC Series products feature ergonomic grips and the popular 700 Series single barbs.