FCC
Parker Autoclave’s Flared Cone Connection (FCC) technology combines the make-up and installation simplicity of compression style connections with the strength of cone and thread. It uses a single compression sleeve and a flared tube end to create a dual high integrity metal-to-metal seal connection that is suitable for a wide range of medium pressure applications up to 22,500 PSI (1,550 bar). The design incorporates an anti-ejection features and also is vibration proof as standard – eliminating any need for an anti-vibration gland assembly.
The FCC fittings are manufactured from cold worked 316 stainless steel as standard, with 2507 super duplex versions optionally available. All 316SS fittings have a pressure rating of 20,000 PSI (1,379 bar) and an operating temperature range of -73 to 316˚C (-100 to 600˚F), and all 2507 Super Duplex fittings are rated at 22,500 PSI (1,550 bar) with a temperature range of -45 to 316˚C (-50 to 600˚F).
FCC compression sleeves are manufactured from Inconel 718, and the gland nuts are coated with molybdenum disulfide to prevent galling.
Features
- 22,500 psi (2507 SD) or 20,000 psi (316 SS) working pressures
- Flared Tubing Prevents Tube Extraction
- Redundant Metal to Metal Sealing Surfaces
- First Seal is on ID of Tube Flare
- Second Seal is Between Compression Sleeve and Fitting or Valve body
- Wide Temperature Range from -100°F (-73°C) to 600°F (316°C), and -50°F (-45°C) for 2507 SD
- Single Inconel 718 Compression Sleeve Reduces Assembly Errors
- No Anti-vibration gland fitting needed – vibration is controlled in the standard design