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Parker Hannifin Corporation
Tube Fittings Division
Columbus, Ohio
http://www.parker.com/tfd
D6
4300 Catalog Ferulok® Flareless Bite Type Fittings
Dimensions and pressures for reference only, subject to change.
Table D3 — Features, Advantages and Benefits of Using Ferulok Fittings
Feature Advantage Benefit
Visible bite
(Style A Ferrule)
Easy to inspect for assemblers Saves time. Assures proper assembly.
Quickly verify recommended bite was
achieved Eliminates the risk of catastrophic failure
Distributed stresses Stresses due to service flexural loading are
distributed at several points
Stress concentration at the bite is minimized;
bite area of the tube is protected
Ferrule with rear bevel Firmly grips tube Dampens the effects of vibration in the joint
Tube wall range Suitable for use with a wide range of wall
thicknesses from medium to extra-heavy
Flexibility in design
Covers wide range of applications
Remakeability Joints can be disassembled and
reassembled many times
Allows for system maintenance
Saves money by not replacing fittings
Metal-to-metal seal Service temperature rating is only limited to
the materials chosen
Good choice for either high or relatively low
temperature applications
No flaring or flanging
required
Ease of assembly. No special equipment
required for smaller sizes.
No assembly equipment cost for many users
Ease of on-the-machine and remote area
assembly and maintenance
Protected sealing surface 24° sealing cone is less prone to damage
from handling, etc. Better seal reliability