Dixon® Ground Joint Washer Seal Stem, Series: Boss™, Stem, 1/2 in Nominal, Hose Shank x NPT, Steel, Plated, 1-1/8 in dia x 2-3/8 in L
Features
- The stem part that is clamped to the hose is one part of the boss washer seal connection
- The boss washer seal spud part of the coupling serves as the other half of the connection and is usually fixed to the equipment
- The two halves are connected or disconnected by rotating the wing nut on the spud
- A Leakproof seal forms by rotating the wing nut and hammering it tight
- Easy to seal
- Boss couplings supply a convenient threaded fitting to connect two lengths of hose, or a single length to a male or female threaded outlet
- Use with Boss™ clamps
- A Klingersil® C-4401 washer is inserted between the stem and spud
- Recommended for steam service up to 450°F
- Worn-out hose couplings can be dangerous
- They should be checked regularly and replace when necessary
- Each coupling user should review applications and add safety devices where indicated
- Note: pressurized steam is an extremely dangerous commodity
- Only hose, fittings, clamps and accessory items that have been approved for steam service should ever be used! never use an unapproved item for steam service
- Always follow the manufacturer's product recommendations for pressurized steam handling
- Boss couplings are all-purpose hose couplings, universally recommended for steam hose connections
- They are also widely used for air, water, fluid petroleum, chemicals and liquid petroleum gas up to 1 in ID
- Boss couplings can be applied to many types of rubber, synthetic, plastic, metallic or semi-metallic hose
