Product details
LP Charging Nipple | 1/4″ SAE Flare | High-Performance Access Valve
Product Description:
The LP Charging Nipple (1/4″) is engineered to provide a secure and reliable connection for service manifolds and charging hoses. In the UAE—where HVAC systems in residential and commercial buildings undergo frequent maintenance due to high thermal loads—having a high-quality access port is essential. This nipple is manufactured from premium brass to resist corrosion and features precision-cut 1/4″ SAE flare threads. It typically includes a high-integrity valve core and a sealing cap to prevent refrigerant loss. Whether used on a split AC unit in Dubai or a commercial chiller in Abu Dhabi, the LP charging nipple ensures a tight seal and easy access for technicians.
Key Features & Benefits:
- Precision Threading: Features a standard 1/4″ SAE flare connection, ensuring compatibility with all standard UAE refrigeration gauges and hoses.
- Leak-Proof Design: Equipped with a reliable internal valve core and a secondary sealing cap to ensure zero refrigerant leakage under high pressure.
- Durable Brass Construction: Built to withstand the humid and saline conditions of the Gulf, preventing oxidation and thread seizing.
- High-Pressure Rating: Designed to handle the operating pressures of common refrigerants like R22, R134a, and R404A.
- Universal Application: Ideal for use on compressors, liquid receivers, and filter driers as a permanent service port.
Technical Specifications:
| Specifications | Value |
| Manufacturer | LP |
| Product Type | Charging Nipple / Access Valve |
| Connection Size | 1/4″ SAE Flare |
| Material | High-Grade Brass |
| Standard | International Refrigeration Standards |
| Components | Body, Valve Core, and Seal Cap |
| Compatibility | R22, R134a, R404A, R407C, etc. |
FAQs:
- Q: Is the valve core replaceable?
- A: Yes, the LP charging nipple uses a standard valve core that can be easily removed or replaced using a core tool during maintenance.
- Q: Can this nipple be used on R410A systems in the UAE?
- A: While it can handle the pressure, most R410A service ports require a 5/16″ connection. Ensure you use the correct adapter if your system uses 1/4″ ports.
- Q: Does it come with the copper tail for brazing?
- A: This specific model is the threaded nipple. For versions that require brazing onto copper lines, look for the “Access Valve with Tail” variant.