How are cam and groove couplings measured?

How to Measure A Cam and Groove (Camlock) Fitting

1. Female camlock size is determined by measuring the open end or inside diameter of the female camlock.
2. Male camlock size is determined by measuring the outside diameter of the male camlock.

How are CAM Connectors measured?

With most cam couplings, measure the Outside Diameter (OD) of the adapter head or the Inside Diameter (ID) of the coupler. This will identify the fitting size, as depicted in the images bellow.

How is a camlock coupling measured?

For the female part of the coupling, (also known as the coupler) the size is obtained by measuring the diameter of the open end, or inside diameter (ID). For the male part of the coupling (adapter), the size is obtained by measuring the diameter of the adapter end or outside diameter (OD).

How do I know my coupling size?

Calculating The Inside Diameter With A Digital Caliper

1. Place the inside tips of the caliper on the inside of the bowl (coupling)
2. Expand the tips of the caliper until they’re fully extended to the bowl size.
3. This will give you the correct size of the bowl needed.
4. 1.75 is equivalent to a 1 3/4 size bowl.

What is camlock?

First and foremost, camlock fittings are a type of hose coupling. This means that they are a way to connect or disconnect a hose or pipe in a speedy, efficient way without having to involve complex tools or equipment. These connections guarantee tight and secure bonds because of the way that the cams lock into place.

What’s the difference between Cam and groove hose couplings?

Couplings are plastic, which is lighter in weight than metal cam-and-groove hose couplings. They consist of a plug and a socket that connect and disconnect quickly. Use them if you need frequent access to a line.

Which is better cam and groove or plastic?

Metal cam-and-groove couplings have better durability than plastic cam-and-groove couplings. Made of polypropylene, these cam-and-groove couplings are lighter in weight than metal cam-and-groove hose couplings.

What kind of couplings are used for hoses?

Cam & groove couplings are used for hose-to-hose or hose-to-pipe / manifold connections for the transfer of liquids or dry bulk products. Coupling: stainless steel AISI 316 – 1.4401, brass C85700, bronze C84400, aluminium 380 and polypropylene.

Where are PT couplings made in the US?

Superior pressure ratings that surpass industry standards. All of PT Coupling castings are made from high quality raw materials, cast in US foundries and machined in our company owned machine shop, Central Machine & Tool.