Is the 90° Quick Connect Hose Plug with Valve, Acetal, PMC Series DN 3.2 compatible with gas detection and medical equipment under continuous use?

Yes. The 90° Quick Connect Hose Plug with Valve, Acetal, PMC Series DN 3.2 is described specifically for demanding applications including gas detection systems and medical equipment, and its specifications support continuous use in those fields. Key points supporting compatibility: - Materials: acetal body with NBR O-ring offers good resistance to wear, many chemicals and temperature fluctuations—suitable for sterile and sensor environments when materials are acceptable for the specific gas or medical media. - Operating range: functional from −40°C to +82°C, covering typical environmental and device operating conditions. - Pressure rating: rated up to 8.3 bar, adequate for many gas and medical fluid systems (verify against your system’s maximum pressure). - Design: integrated valve, ergonomic actuation, secure audible connection help ensure reliable, leak-resistant service and minimized downtime in continuous operation. Caveat: final compatibility for continuous use in specific gas-detection or medical installations requires verification against the exact gas/media compatibility, regulatory/medical certifications, sterilization requirements and any industry-specific standards of your application.

Can the 90° Quick Connect Hose Plug with Valve, Acetal, PMC Series DN 3.2 be sterilized for use in medical equipment without compromising the NBR O-ring or acetal body?

The 90° Quick Connect Hose Plug with Valve, Acetal, PMC Series DN 3.2 can tolerate a range of temperatures (–40°C to +82°C) and offers good chemical and wear resistance thanks to its acetal body and NBR O‑ring. However, typical medical sterilization methods vary in temperature, humidity, chemicals and radiation: - Autoclaving (steam, ~121–134°C): Exceeds the stated maximum (+82°C) and risks deformation of acetal and accelerated aging or extrusion of the NBR O‑ring → not recommended. - Dry heat sterilization (>160°C): Also well above limits → not suitable. - Ethylene oxide (EtO): Lower-temperature gas sterilization may be compatible with acetal and NBR, but compatibility depends on exposure time and residuals; validate for your process. - Hydrogen peroxide plasma (low-temperature): Often suitable for many polymers, but NBR and acetal compatibility should be confirmed with the sterilizer vendor or material test data. - Gamma or electron-beam irradiation: Can cause polymer degradation and embrittlement; NBR and acetal may be affected — requires material-specific validation. - Chemical disinfectants (alcohols, diluted bleach, peroxide): Short exposures to common disinfectants are generally tolerated by acetal and NBR, but repeated or concentrated exposures can degrade NBR over time. Conclusion: The part is not suitable for high-temperature steam autoclave sterilization. Low-temperature methods (EtO, validated hydrogen-peroxide plasma) or appropriate chemical disinfection may be acceptable, but you must validate the chosen sterilization method for both the NBR O‑ring and acetal body in your specific medical application (including functional, extractables/residues and biocompatibility testing) before use.

Plug 90° quick coupling for hose, with valve, acetal, series PMC DN 3.2

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Additional information

Material	P – material (plastic)
Standard length [m]	60 / 120

Plug 90° quick coupling with valve for hose intended is for detection gases, equipment medical, analyzers chemical, printing inkjet, as equipment equipment optical, etc. An audible click signals a successful connection. length L – length total. Material: acetal (O-ring NBR). Working pressure: for 8.3 bar. Operating temperature: od -40°C up to +82°C.

List of product variants

Article number	Product variant name	DN	BAR	Availability	Price	Quantity	Actions	Catalogue
CC-PMV-38-AC	Plug 90° PMC DN3.2 for hose 1/8", with a valve, acetal	3	8.3	In stock	0 €		Enquiry
CC-PMV-39-AC	Plug 90° PMC DN3.2 for hose 1/4", with a valve, acetal	6	8.3	In stock	0 €		Enquiry

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Plug 90° quick coupling with valve for hose intended is for detection gases, equipment medical, analyzers chemical, printing inkjet, as equipment equipment optical, etc. An audible click signals a successful connection. length L – length total. Material: acetal (O-ring NBR). Working pressure: for 8.3 bar. Operating temperature: od -40°C up to +82°C.