Description
Nylon Compression Male Connector for Water Filtration, RO, and Food-Grade Lines
Metal fittings corrode in potable water and reverse osmosis lines, shedding particles into clean water streams. Jaco nylon compression tube male connectors replace corroding brass and steel with a Nylon 6 body that resists scale, eliminates galvanic corrosion, and meets FDA and NSF/ANSI/CAN standards. Each nylon compression male connector threads into an NPT port and seals against the tubing OD without flaring or soldering.
Key Features and Benefits
- The Nylon 6 body resists organic solvents, oils, fuels, and hydrocarbons while eliminating the galvanic corrosion that degrades brass and steel connections in water lines. This FDA listed nylon compression fitting handles general-purpose fluid service where metal corrodes and contaminates the line.
- With the plastic gripper (PG) nut, this 220 PSI nylon tube fitting handles pressures that the standard ferrule (O) nut cannot match at 50 PSI. Cleanflow stocks all eight sizes in the PG configuration.
- Jaco nylon compression tube male connectors carry FDA compliance and NSF/ANSI/CAN listing for potable water and food contact. The Nylon 6 body does not leach contaminants into drinking water, RO permeate, or food-grade fluid streams.
- No special tools needed. Cut tubing squarely, remove burrs, insert through the nut to the tube stop, hand-tighten, then wrench-tighten 1.5 to 2 additional turns.
- The Jaco nylon compression male connector accepts copper, plastic, aluminum, and glass tubing across 19 tube-to-pipe combinations from 1/8" through 7/8" OD.
Specifications
Jaco molds every nylon compression male connector from Nylon 6 with a tensile strength of 8,800 psi. This FDA listed nylon compression fitting meets NSF/ANSI/CAN standards for potable water and food contact.
| Material | Nylon 6 |
|---|---|
| Configuration | Male Connector (Tube OD to Male NPT) |
| Nut Types | Standard Ferrule (O), Plastic Gripper (PG) |
| Max Working Pressure | 220 PSI (PG nut) / 50 PSI (O nut) |
| Material Temperature Range | -40°F to 250°F |
| Tensile Strength | 8,800 psi |
| Durometer | 75D to 90D |
| Certifications | FDA compliant, NSF/ANSI/CAN listed |
| Compatible Tubing | Copper, plastic, aluminum, glass |
| Chemical Resistance | Good for organic solvents, oils, hydrocarbons |
| Moisture Absorption | Absorbs water over time (reduces stiffness) |
| Autoclavable | No |
| Fire Rating | Not rated |
| UV Resistance | Poor (avoid continuous sunlight) |
| Sizes Available | 19 tube-to-pipe combinations (1/8" to 7/8" OD) |
| Manufacturer | Jaco Manufacturing (est. 1949) |
| Not Suitable For | Strong acids, strong bases, ammonium, boric acid, calcium sulfate, sulfuric acid, hydrochloric acid |
Available Sizes
| Tube OD | Male NPT |
|---|---|
| 1/4" | 1/4" |
| 1/4" | 3/8" |
| 3/8" | 1/4" |
| 3/8" | 3/8" |
| 3/8" | 1/2" |
| 1/2" | 1/4" |
| 1/2" | 3/8" |
| 1/2" | 1/2" |
How to Install JACO Nylon Compression Tube Male Connectors
- Cut the end of the tubing squarely and remove all internal and external burrs.
- Insert the tubing through the back of the nut and through the nut assembly until it reaches the tube stop in the fitting body.
- Hold the tubing firmly against the tube stop, then hand-tighten the nut.
- Wrench-tighten the nut an additional 1-1/2 to 2 turns.
- Retighten all nuts when the system reaches its projected operating temperature.
Applications
This nylon tube fitting for water filtration handles the following applications:
- Residential and commercial RO systems: membrane housing connections, pre-filter fittings, and permeate line terminations
- Potable water lines: main feed connections, under-sink filtration, and point-of-use water treatment
- Food and beverage processing: FDA compliant, NSF listed connections for food-contact piping and beverage dispensing lines
- General plumbing: compressed air lines, pneumatic instruments, and non-corrosive fluid transfer
- Laboratory and analytical: sample lines, reagent delivery (non-acidic), and deionized water distribution
For chemical dosing or aggressive chemical lines, nylon vs Kynar compression fittings favor Kynar. See Jaco Kynar Compression Tube Male Connectors for chemical service. Pair nylon fittings with Jaco Nylon Compression Tube Female Connectors for the opposite threaded connection, or Jaco Nylon Compression Tube Union Connectors for tube-to-tube joints.
Jaco compression fittings Canada buyers source their nylon fittings through Cleanflow.
Buy Jaco Nylon Compression Tube Male Connectors Online from Cleanflow
Cleanflow Utility Supply Company is an authorized Jaco Manufacturing supplier serving Canada and the United States with Jaco nylon compression tube male connectors in eight popular sizes.
Order your nylon compression male connector with free shipping on orders over $199 and a 30-day return policy. Email info@cleanflow.ca for returns, exchanges, or product questions.
Jaco compression fittings Canada customers order from Canadian inventory. See the full Jaco lineup at Cleanflow.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a nylon compression fitting?
A nylon compression fitting uses a Nylon 6 body and nut to connect tubing to a threaded port through mechanical compression. The nut, gripper, and body form a leak-free seal without soldering, flaring, or adhesives. Nylon resists corrosion and meets FDA and NSF standards for potable water.
Are nylon fittings safe for drinking water?
Yes. Jaco nylon fittings are FDA compliant for food contact and NSF/ANSI/CAN listed for potable water. The Nylon 6 body does not leach contaminants. Municipal water systems, RO units, and food processing lines use this FDA listed nylon compression fitting for safe, non-toxic connections.
What is the difference between nylon and Kynar compression fittings?
Nylon handles potable water, RO systems, and food-grade fluids. Kynar (PVDF) handles aggressive chemicals: chlorine, strong acids, and halogens. In nylon vs brass compression fittings, nylon eliminates galvanic corrosion at lower cost. When choosing nylon vs Kynar compression fittings, use nylon for water service and Kynar for chemical dosing.
What is the best compression fitting for an RO system?
A nylon compression fitting provides corrosion-free RO connections at lower cost than metal or Kynar. The Nylon 6 body is FDA compliant and NSF listed. This 220 PSI nylon tube fitting for water filtration connects membrane housings, pre-filters, and permeate lines.
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