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AutomationDirect: Pneumatics components

The NITRA line of pneumatic components from AutomationDirect includes additional fittings and valves for use with polyurethane and nylon tubing.

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The ME and MS series fittings include two additional male straight and two male elbows with #10-32 thread. Added sizes include 5/32 in. and π in. The MEL series includes two additional long male elbow fittings. The 5/32 in. and π in. fittings feature #10-32 threads. The MSR series fittings are push-to-connect male straight round fittings available in ten sizes ranging from 5/32 in. to π in. and 4mm to 6mm. The HVU series of three-way hand valves is available in seven sizes ranging from π in. to ∏ in. and 6mm to 12mm. CVU series union check valves have been added ranging from 5/32 in. to 3/8 in. and 6mm to 8mm sizes. Stop valves are now available in sizes ranging from 5/32 in. to ∏ in. and 6mm to 12mm diameters. A pneumatic tubing cutter designed for use with 1/8 in. to ∏ in. and 4mm to 12mm flexible plastic is also available.
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