Carbon Steel Press Fittings
In addition to the Europress range of stainless steel pipe fittings, you can also buy carbon steel press fittings and carbon steel tubes from Air Energy. Both are manufactured from the same material (typically E195 or E235) which conforms to Standard EN 10305 with a choice of O-Rings for chemical suitability.
These carbon steel press fittings are generally used in industrial and civil constructions that don’t specifically require stainless steel fittings and piping. While they are used primarily for oil and diesel fuel lines, they can also be used for other applications such as:
- Closed circuit heating and cooling water systems
- Compressed air and inert gas systems
- Closed circuit sprinkler systems
The O-ring gaskets used in the pipework and fittings are heat, age and chemical additive resistant and so can be used safely with any type of treated water.
Extensive Selection of Carbon Steel Press Fittings in Our Product Range
Air Energy stocks a quality selection of Europress carbon steel press fittings in a variety of sizes and dimensions. We can assist you with:
- Galvanised fittings (incl. hot and electrolytic galvanising)
- Coupling fittings (incl. reducing and slip coupling)
- 45° and 90° Elbows (with/without spigot ends and adaptors with male or female threads)
- Tees (incl. reducing, equal, female centred and large inlet tees)
- Bends (available in 15, 30, 45, 60 and 90 degrees)
Plus much more. Speak to one of our specialists to see what we can do for you.
Benefits of Using Carbon Steel Pipe Fittings
There are numerous benefits to using carbon steel press fittings for your pipework:
- It’s cheaper than stainless steel
- The installation process is cost-effective
- 25 year manufacturer backed product guarantee
- No naked flames, hot work permits or gas bottles required to put the piping together
- Cuts up to 30% of costs compared to a welded pipework system
With a 16 bar maximum operating pressure, and an operating temperature range of -20°C to +85°C, Europress carbon steel press fittings and carbon steel tubes provide you with the performance that you need. For more information, give Air Energy a call today on (03) 9765 5600.
Frequently Asked Questions
Below are a few important differences between the Push-fit and press-fit fittings.
Professional equipment
Professionals prefer press fit. Push-fit fittings are primarily targeted at DIYers, handymen, and home builders.
Less expensive
In general, press fittings are less expensive than push-fit fittings. Of course, a pressing tool costs, but savings quickly offset this on fittings.
More sizes and products
Press fit comes in sizes ranging from 12" to 4". Most push-fit fittings have a maximum size of 2". More than 800 CTS configurations with various alloys and sealing materials are available from press-fit manufacturers than from push-fit manufacturers.
More Applications
Push-fit fittings are only suitable for use with hard copper and a number of different types of plastic piping. Copper tube and stainless press fittings are compatible, and PureFlow fittings are designed for PEX, but Viega also makes MegaPress fittings for other metals, including carbon steel.