Norgren D242D042W Adaptor - 7/16-24 UNF, Acetal (NSF 51/61)
Part Number: D242D042W
Quick Summary
D242D042W is a Pneufit D straight female push-in adaptor for fast 1/4" tubing connections in compressed air systems. Engineers often battle leaks and lengthy assembly times in tight spaces, and this adaptor minimizes both with a secure push-in grip and a releasable stainless-steel grab-ring. It uses FDA‑approved acetal and is NSF 51 & 61 certified, EC 1935/2004 compliant, and MOCA certified, making it suitable for food, beverage, medical and analytical equipment. The compact Pneufit D design simplifies parts inventories while delivering reliable performance for liquids and compressed air. For projects requiring reduced downtime and compliant pneumatic infrastructure, this adaptor adds tangible value across manufacturing, processing, and laboratory environments.
Product Information
Extended Description
D242D042W Norgren: Pneufit® D offers a broad range of fittings to compliment the popular Pneufit C, Pneufit M and Pneufit Metal ranges | Pneufit® D fittings are manufactured from FDA approved acetal material, are certified by NSF (51 & 61), and are compliant with food contact materials regulation (EC) 1935/2004, and are MOCA certified. | Suited for use in food and beverage, water, medical and analytical equipment for fluid and gas control | Releasable stainless-steel grab-ring to grip nylon, polyurethane or polyethylene tubing
Medium
Compressed air, Liquids
Operating Temperature
-20 ... 98 °C, -4 ... 208 °F
Operating Pressure
-0.9 ... 20 bar, -14.5 ... 290 psi
Thread
7/16-24 UNF
Shape
Straight
Materials - Body
Acetal
Materials - Seals
EPDM
Range
D242D***W
Series
Pneufit D
Brand
IMI Norgren
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Feature: Acetal body with EPDM seals provides chemical resistance and food-contact suitability. Business Impact: Enables compliant use in food and beverage lines while maintaining leak-free performance. Application: Food processing equipment and beverage dispensing systems. Feature: 7/16-24 UNF thread and 1/4" tubing compatibility offers versatile, quick-mate connections. Business Impact: Reduces assembly time and potential mis-threads, cutting downtime in manufacturing lines. Application: Pneumatic control lines and automated tooling. Feature: Operating temperature range -20 to 98 °C and operating pressure -0.9 to 20 bar ensures broad process compatibility. Business Impact: Expands use cases from chilly washdowns to high-pressure air feeds with consistent reliability. Application: Industrial automation and lab systems. Feature: Releasable stainless-steel grab-ring supports easy tubing installation on nylon, polyurethane or polyethylene Tubing. Business Impact: Improves installation efficiency and repeatability in tight spaces. Application: System integration in compact panels. Feature: Certifications including FDA approval, NSF 51/61, MOCA and EC 1935/2004 provide regulatory confidence. Business Impact: Reduces compliance risk and accelerates approvals for regulated environments. Application: Food/medical equipment and analytical devices. Feature: Range integration within Pneufit D family simplifies spares and procurement. Business Impact: Lower total cost of ownership via standardized components. Application: Replacement programs and new installations across automation projects.
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FAQs
Align the 7/16-24 UNF thread with the mating port, hand-tighten until secure, then use the release lever to confirm tubing seating. The stainless-steel grab-ring provides a firm grip on nylon, polyurethane or polyethylene tubing, and the EPDM seals ensure a reliable, leak-free connection without special tools.
The adaptor operates from -20 to 98 °C (-4 to 208 °F) and supports pressures from -0.9 to 20 bar (-14.5 to 290 psi), suitable for both compressed air and compatible liquids in automation and process lines.
Yes. The body is made of FDA-approved acetal, and the part is NSF 51/61 certified, EC 1935/2004 compliant, and MOCA certified, making it appropriate for food contact materials in beverage, food-processing, and analytical equipment.
The adaptor is designed for standard 1/4" tubing and works with common LLDPE tubing varieties, including blue, white, natural, red, and black options, ensuring flexible integration in various process lines.
Pneufit D adaptors deliver quick push-in assembly, reliable leak-free connections, broad material certifications for regulated environments, and easy replacement within a standardized Pneufit D range, reducing downtime and simplifying spare-part management.