Prevost Conex Micro Straight Male Connector

Description

Prevost Conex Micro Straight Male Connector

Ultra-Slim Precision for Direct Pneumatic Connections

The Prevost Conex Micro Straight Male Connector is an ultra-compact push-to-connect fitting designed for high-density pneumatic systems. As the foundational component of the Conex Micro series, this straight connector provides the shortest possible bridge between a threaded port and technical tubing (such as Polyurethane or Nylon).

Engineered for applications where every millimeter counts, it offers a significant reduction in weight and size compared to standard industrial fittings, making it the top choice for robotics, medical devices, and compact automation modules.

Key Features

• Miniaturized Profile: Designed with a slim body diameter, allowing for “side-by-side” installation on manifolds with extremely tight port spacing.
• Instantaneous Connection: Features a high-precision stainless steel gripping ring. Simply push the tubing into the fitting for a secure, vibration-proof, and airtight seal.
• Internal Hexagonal Drive: Most models feature an internal hex (Allen key) socket, allowing the fitting to be tightened from the inside. This is a critical feature for installing connectors in deep recesses where a standard external wrench cannot reach.
• High-Quality Materials: Constructed from nickel-plated brass for superior corrosion resistance and mechanical durability, ensuring a long service life even with repeated tube insertions.
• Integrated Sealing: Equipped with an O-ring or pre-applied thread sealant, ensuring a 100% leak-free connection to the port immediately upon installation without the need for additional tape.

Technical Specifications

Feature	Specification
Connection Type	Straight Male Thread to Push-in Tube
Thread Sizes	M3, M5, M6, or G 1/8″
Tubing Compatibility	PU (Polyurethane), PA (Nylon), PE (Polyethylene)
Max Operating Pressure	145 PSI (10 bar)
Vacuum Rating	Up to -28 inHg
Body Material	Nickel-Plated Brass / Technical Polymer

Design Efficiency in Small Spaces

In the world of micro-pneumatics, the Straight Male Connector is the workhorse of the control cabinet. By utilizing the internal hex drive, designers can place these fittings closer together than ever before, enabling the creation of smaller, lighter, and more efficient pneumatic manifolds. Despite its small stature, the fitting maintains a full-flow path, ensuring that signal air reaches sensors and actuators without delay.

Ideal Applications

• Pneumatic Logic Circuits: Connecting miniature valves and cylinders in complex control sequences.
• Medical Diagnostic Equipment: Providing reliable air or vacuum connections in desktop lab instruments.
• Small-Scale Robotics: Routing air lines through narrow robotic limbs or to “end-of-arm” tooling.
• Electronic Component Handling: Powering vacuum pick-and-place heads where weight must be minimized to maintain high cycle speeds.

Installation Tip

When installing the version with the internal hex, ensure your Allen key is fully seated before applying torque. This prevents stripping the internal socket, which is especially important on the smaller M3 and M5 sizes.