Aluminum Male Adapter x Female NPT

An Aluminum Male Adapter x Female NPT is a pipe fitting commonly used in irrigation systems to connect components with differing connection types. This fitting has an aluminum male camlock adapter on one end and a female NPT (National Pipe Tapered) thread on the other, facilitating a secure and versatile connection.

Key Features:

1. Material:
   • Made from lightweight yet durable aluminum, providing resistance to corrosion, wear, and environmental elements, making it ideal for outdoor use.
2. Connection Types:
   • Male Camlock Adapter: Allows quick connection to a corresponding female camlock coupler.
   • Female NPT Thread: Provides a secure threaded connection to pipes, valves, or other fittings.
3. Size Compatibility:
   • Available in various sizes to match different irrigation pipe diameters and system requirements.

Applications:

1. Irrigation Systems:
   • Used to connect lay-flat hoses, suction hoses, or pipelines to threaded equipment such as valves or pumps.
2. Quick Disconnect Systems:
   • Ideal for systems requiring frequent assembly and disassembly, such as portable or temporary irrigation setups.
3. System Modifications:
   • Enables seamless integration of threaded components into camlock-based systems, adding flexibility to irrigation layouts.

Benefits:

1. Ease of Use:
   • The camlock mechanism allows for quick and secure coupling without tools, while the threaded end ensures compatibility with standard NPT fittings.
2. Durability:
   • Aluminum construction ensures long-lasting performance, even in high-pressure or challenging agricultural environments.
3. Versatility:
   • Works with a variety of irrigation components, including hoses, pipes, valves, and pumps.
4. Leak Prevention:
   • The precise design and secure connections minimize the risk of leaks, maintaining system efficiency.

Considerations:

1. System Compatibility:
   • Ensure the adapter size matches the pipe diameter and threading type in your system.
2. Pressure Rating:
   • Verify that the fitting’s pressure rating is suitable for your irrigation system to prevent damage or failure.
3. Maintenance:
   • Periodically inspect the connections for wear or debris to maintain optimal performance.

Aluminum Quick-Acting Coupling Specifications

Applications

Agriculture • Chemicals • Petroleum • Construction • Material Handling • Irrigation • Fracking

Features & Benefits

• All sizes except 1/2″, 5″ and 8″ comply with Mil-Spec A-A-59326 for interchangeability
• 5″ Size complies with ASTM specs for interchangeability
• 1/2″ x 1/2″ are not specified under Mil Specs
• All 8″ and 10″ female couplers supplied with 4 locking handles, safety clips, pull rings and chains
• Aluminum alloy is specially designed for high tensile strength, lightness and rigidity
• Locking feature using safety clips to prevent disconnection during use on all sizes except 1/2″
• Hose shanks specially designed for easy assembly with Tigerflex type hoses
• Aluminum couplings supplied with brass handles which results in less wear on connecting parts

Aluminum 8″ Coupling Options

• Kuriyama offers both 8″ coupling styles in aluminum
• Standard AL-(X)800 couplings interchange with PT Domestic, Dixon Global, Campbell, and Jason
• Heavy Duty HDAL-(X)801 couplings interchange with PT Import, Dixon Andrews, NECO, Ever-Tite, UPD and Sealfast

Material Specifications

• ASTM B85 Grade 383 aluminum alloy
• Forged brass handles – aluminum items
• Type 304 stainless steel handles – ALSH items
• Zinc-plated carbon steel handle pins
• Zinc-plated carbon steel pull rings
• Zinc-plated carbon steel safety clips
• Buna-N Gaskets

PSI Rating @ 70°F (+21°C) =   1/2″ – 2″ 250 PSI          2 1/2″ – 4″ 150 PSI          5″ – 6″ 75 PSI          8″ – 10″ 50 PSI