The choice of Camlock material directly impacts performance and durability.
Stainless Steel Camlock Fittings
- Pros: Extreme durability, corrosion resistance, high-temperature tolerance
- Applications: Marine, chemical processing, pharmaceuticals
Brass Camlock Fittings
- Pros: Resistant to corrosion, long service life, cost-effective
- Applications: Water, petroleum, fuel, oil, air
Polypropylene Camlock Fittings
- Pros: Lightweight, economical, chemical resistant
- Applications: Agriculture, irrigation, light-duty transfer
Aluminum Camlock Fittings
- Pros: Affordable, lightweight, durable
- Applications: Petroleum, general water transfer
Comparison Table
Material | Durability | Cost | Temp Range | Best For |
Stainless Steel | High | $$$ | High | Harsh chemicals |
Brass | Medium | $$ | Medium | Oil, fuel, water |
Polypropylene | Medium | $ | Low | Agriculture, chemicals |
Aluminum | Medium | $$ | Medium | Petroleum, water |