BPE06 - 6 mm Nickel-Plated Brass Union Tee
The Pneuforce BPE06 is an all-metal nickel-plated brass union tee sized for 6 mm outside-diameter tubing. Its union tee layout provides a practical tube connection for compressed-air and vacuum equipment without introducing an unnecessary threaded port.
The fitting includes a positive Click-Click grip collar release feature, providing audible and tactile feedback when the collar is depressed during tube removal.
Technical Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Product Type | Union Tee; push-to-connect fitting |
| Part Number | BPE06 |
| Tube Size | 6 mm tube OD |
| Body Material | All-metal nickel-plated brass |
| Tube Release | Positive Click-Click grip collar feedback during tube disengagement |
| Media | Compressed air and vacuum |
| Operating Pressure | Full vacuum (29inHg) to 12 bar (176 PSI) |
| Operating Temperature | -40°C to +120°C / -40°F to +248°F |
| HS / HTS Code | HS Code 7412.20 & HTS Code 7412.20.0035 |
Industrial Nickel-Plated Brass Fitting
This B-Series all-metal fitting is intended for applications where plastic-bodied fittings may not be preferred. Nickel-plated brass provides excellent mechanical strength, corrosion resistance and long service life in demanding pneumatic and vacuum installations.
Typical Applications
- Creating a three-way branch between pneumatic tubes
- Supplying more than one low-demand air device from a line
- Branching vacuum tubing in pick-and-place equipment
- Reconfiguring tube circuits without adding threaded ports
Fitting Function
A union tee joins three tube ends without a threaded port, creating a branch in a pneumatic or vacuum line.
Installation Note: Cut tubing squarely and push the tube fully into the fitting before pressurizing or applying vacuum. To remove tubing, depress the grip collar; the Click-Click release feedback helps confirm the collar has been disengaged for tube removal. Always confirm tubing compatibility for pressure, temperature and media.
Selecting and Installing This Fitting
For BPE06, match the specified 6 mm tubing outside diameter at every connection. Do not rely on approximate inch/metric equivalence without checking tubing tolerances. Cut the tubing squarely, insert it fully and leave access to the release collar. Check actual tubing pressure and temperature limits, which may be lower than the metal fitting limits.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does this union tee require a threaded port?+
No. The union tee joins three push-to-connect tubing ends without requiring a threaded machine port.
What tubing diameter fits the three openings?+
BPE06 is specified for 6 mm outside-diameter tubing at its tube connections. Do not substitute a different outside diameter based only on nominal tube naming.
When should I use a union tee instead of a threaded tee?+
Choose a union tee to branch an existing tube run. Choose a threaded tee when the branch must connect directly to a valve, cylinder or manifold port.
Can splitting one air line reduce the flow to each branch?+
Yes. A tee divides the available supply between branches; pressure drop depends on tube length, diameter, demand and the upstream source. Check the circuit rather than assuming both branches receive unlimited flow.
Is this fitting suitable for compressed air and vacuum?+
The published all-metal B-Series range is specified for compressed air and vacuum service, subject to compatible tubing, proper sealing and the limits of the assembled system. Other fluids need separate compatibility confirmation.
What are the pressure and temperature limits?+
The published fitting-family limits extend from full vacuum to 176 psi (12 bar, as listed for the fitting family), with a fitting temperature range of -40 to +248 °F (-40 to +120 °C). Actual system limits also depend on tubing, seals and installation; do not treat these as fluid-compatibility certifications.
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