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Proper sealing is essential in pneumatic systems to prevent leaks and maintain efficiency. For distributors, engineers, and procurement managers, knowing which fittings require PTFE tape—commonly called thread seal tape or Teflon tape—is critical.
Jan 28, 2026 Blog
Sustainability is no longer just a branding topic in industrial automation. For distributors, equipment engineers, and purchasing managers, material choice directly affects compliance, lifecycle cost, and long-term supply risk.
Jan 27, 2026 Blog
In pneumatic automation, low-speed control often looks simple but behaves unpredictably in practice. Many engineers notice that cylinders move smoothly at medium speed, yet begin to hesitate, jump, or creep when slowed down.
For industrial and automation applications, PP Polypropylene Tube stands out for its ability to form reliable, homogenous joints through hot melt welding. Unlike push-fit or adhesive connections, which rely on mechanical compression or chemical bonding, hot melt welding fuses the tube material itself, producing a permanent, leak-free connection.
Jan 26, 2026 Blog
In industrial fluid systems, hot water is often more challenging than it appears. Elevated temperature accelerates material aging, causes softening, and increases the risk of contamination. For this reason, many engineers and buyers prefer PP Polypropylene Tube when designing pipelines for hot water transfer.
In daily maintenance of pneumatic systems, many engineers encounter a frustrating problem: SMC Pneumatic One Touch Fittings that were once easy to disconnect become increasingly difficult to release. This is not a coincidence or a sign of “better holding power.”
Jan 23, 2026 Blog
In modern pneumatic systems, fluid handling, and robotic applications, tubing must balance flexibility, durability, and chemical resistance. PUAS Polyurethane Tubing stands out as a high-performance solution, offering excellent abrasion resistance, high tensile strength, and low friction properties.
In automated equipment, vibration is rarely an isolated problem. It usually comes with high cycle rates, fast acceleration, and long operating hours. When a pneumatic fitting loosens under vibration, the result is not just air leakage—it can be unstable motion, repeated downtime, or even damage to cylinders and valves.
Jan 22, 2026 Blog
In compact pneumatic installations, it is very common to see tubing bent sharply right after an SMC Standard Pneumatic One Touch Fitting. From an installation point of view, this seems efficient and space-saving. From a mechanical and sealing perspective, however, this practice often shortens sealing life and becomes a hidden cause of slow air l
In many automated production lines, pneumatic hoses are routed close to welding zones, furnaces, hot molds, or moving mechanical parts. A standard polyurethane hose may offer flexibility and abrasion resistance, but under flame exposure it softens quickly, collapses, and loses pressure integrity.
Pneumatic push in fitting is one of the commonly used pneumatic fittings in pneumatic systems, also known as quick connect or push in fittings, aimed at achieving fast and high sealing between pipelines and pneumatic equipment.
Apr 22, 2025 Blog
Nylon, as a high-performance engineering plastic tubing material, is widely used in industries such as industrial automation, automotive, medical, and pneumatic systems. Its key advantages include excellent mechanical properties, chemical resistance, high-temperature tolerance, and ease of processing.
Apr 16, 2025 Blog
PU and PVC are two popular types of hoses widely used in various industries. While both offer excellent fluid transport capabilities, they have distinct characteristics.
Apr 10, 2025 Blog
Polyurethane pipes and PVC pipes may appear similar at first glance, but they differ significantly in flexibility, durability, weight, temperature resistance, and cost-effectiveness. Polyurethane pipes are highly praised for their excellent flexibility and resistance to kinking, making them an ideal choice for dynamic or confined space applications
Feb 24, 2025 Blog
How to Identify Hydraulic Quick Couplers?Hydraulic quick couplers are essential components in hydraulic systems, providing an efficient and convenient way to connect pipelines.This blog will explain the key parameters of hydraulic quick couplers, aiming to help regular consumers choose the right hydraulic quick coupler for their needs.
Jan 21, 2025 Blog
Various thread standards specify different thread parameters, including thread height, pitch, thread angle, major diameter, minor diameter, tolerance grade, and more. How can you identify which type of thread you are using among many models? Here, we will mainly discuss the thread gauge measurement method.
Jan 16, 2025 Blog
Pipe threads are a type of thread that differs from common fastening threads. They are specifically designed for connecting pipes. These threads are finer and shallower to prevent excessive weakening of the pipe wall. Pipe threads are widely used in fluid transmission systems for liquids, gases, and other media.
Dec 04, 2024 Blog
Tube Fitting is a part of a hydraulic system that connects pipes or attaches pipes to hydraulic components. It is a generic name for connectors that can be attached and detached in a fluid path.
Nov 21, 2023 Blog
PU tubes, also known as Polyurethane tubes.PU tubes are mainly made from two different types of polyurethane materials: polyester-based polyurethane and polyether-based polyurethane.What are their performance comparisons?Polyester vs Polyether.
Jun 26, 2023 Blog
LDPE(low density polyethylene) and LLDPE(linear low density polyethylene), as two pillars in the PE family, show the diversity and excellence of plastic materials respectively.What are the specific advantages and disadvantages of those?What is the difference between LLDPE and LDPE?LDPE vs LLDPE.
Jan 17, 2023 Blog
Plastic, a seemingly ordinary yet ubiquitous material, is widely used in modern industry and daily life due to its versatile forms, excellent performance, and strong versatility. However, have you ever thought about the similarities and differences between those various plastic materials?
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