SPY Series Stainless Steel Union Y Fittings

Features & Key Specifications

Features & Key Specifications of Our SPY Series:

Efficient Y-Splitter Design:

The Union Y design is perfect for dividing a single tube line into two separate branches or combining two lines into one.

Convenient Mounting Hole:

A pass-through hole in the center of the fitting allows it to be securely fastened to a machine frame or panel, providing extra stability and creating a neat, professional installation.

Premium Stainless Steel Construction:

Available in both 304 and 316 stainless steel, these fittings offer exceptional resistance to corrosion, chemicals, and high temperatures.

Comprehensive Size Options:

We stock a full range of sizes to fit any system.

Tube OD (Metric): 4mm, 6mm, 8mm, 10mm, 12mm, 14mm, 16mm

Tube OD (Inch): 5/32", 1/4", 5/16", 3/8", 1/2"

Food-Grade & Oil-Free Design:

Manufactured to be oil-free and compliant with the Food Hygiene Law, our food grade Y fittings are safe for use in sanitary applications.

Application Fields

Splitting Tube Lines with a Smooth Flow Path:

Branching Air Supplies: Splitting the air supply to power two separate pneumatic devices from a single source line.

Compact Machine Layouts: The angled Y-design can save space and create neater tubing routes compared to a tee fitting.

Food & Beverage Machinery: A hygienic stainless steel Y splitter for processing and packaging equipment.

Laboratory & Instrumentation: Creating multiple sample or carrier gas lines from a single source.

Technical & Selection Guide

Union Y (SPY) vs. Union Tee (SPE): Which to Choose?

Choose this Union Y (SPY) if: You need to split a line and the two branch tubes will run outwards at an angle from each other. This often results in a smoother, less turbulent airflow.

Choose a Union Tee (SPE) if: You need to create a classic 90-degree branch from a main line.

The mounting hole on both the SPY and SPE fittings offers superior stability for fixed installations.

FAQ

Frequently Asked questions

Q: Are all three ports on this fitting the same size?

A: Yes, the SPY is an equal Union Y, meaning all three push-in ports are designed for the same tube diameter. For connecting different tube sizes, a reducing fitting would be needed.

Q: Can this fitting be used in a washdown environment?

A: Yes, the 316 stainless steel construction is designed to withstand the water and cleaning chemicals used in industrial washdown procedures, making it a perfect choice for the food and beverage industry.

Q: What is the pressure rating for these fittings?

A: Our stainless steel push-in fittings are rated for a working pressure of 0 to 1.0 MPa (10 bar) and a maximum pressure of 1.5 MPa (15 bar).