Prevost Conex Male Banjo BSP

Description

Prevost Conex Male Banjo

Low-Profile 90° Port Connectivity with Full Rotational Freedom

The Prevost Conex Male Banjo is a high-performance pneumatic fitting designed to provide a 90-degree tubing connection in the most confined spaces. Featuring a male threaded bolt and a rotating push-to-connect body, this fitting is the professional solution for mounting air lines directly to cylinders, valves, and manifolds where vertical clearance is limited.

The “Banjo” design is an engineering staple for modular machinery because it allows the tubing to exit parallel to the mounting surface, significantly reducing the “footprint” of the pneumatic connection compared to standard elbows.

Key Features

• Ultra-Low Profile Design: The horizontal orientation of the banjo body allows air lines to stay close to the machine frame or actuator. This prevents tubing from protruding into walkways or interfering with moving machine parts.
• 360° Infinite Positioning: The push-in body rotates freely around the central threaded bolt even after it has been tightened. This allows for precise tubing alignment and eliminates the risk of “over-tightening” a fitting just to get the exit port facing the right direction.
• Instantaneous “Grip” Technology: The tubing port features Prevost’s signature stainless steel gripping ring. Installation is tool-free—simply push the technical tubing (PU, PA, or PE) into the port for an immediate, vibration-proof, and airtight seal.
• Integrated Seal Design: The male threaded bolt comes equipped with an integrated O-ring or sealing washer (depending on the thread type), ensuring a perfect, leak-free seat against the port face without the need for messy Teflon tape.
• Rugged Hybrid Construction: Built with a high-strength nickel-plated brass bolt and a high-impact technical polymer body. This ensures excellent mechanical durability and resistance to common industrial chemicals and oils.

Technical Specifications

Feature	Specification
Connection Type	Male Thread to Push-in Tube (90° Banjo)
Technology	Push-to-connect (Instantaneous)
Thread Options	NPT, BSPP (G), or BSPT (R) — M5 to 1/2″
Max Operating Pressure	145 PSI (10 bar)
Vacuum Rating	-28 inHg
Temperature Range	32°F to 140°F (0°C to +60°C)

The Problem-Solver for Compact Automation

The Prevost Conex Male Banjo is the go-to fitting for modern, high-density machine builds. In scenarios where a standard 90 degree elbow would be too tall or would require a wide “swing radius” to install, the Banjo shines by:

1. Enclosure Management: Allowing air lines to be routed in shallow control boxes where the door would otherwise hit a standard fitting.
2. Cylinder Clearance: Mounting directly to the side of a cylinder without creating a snag hazard for external sensors or mechanical guards.
3. Modular Stacking: Because the bolt is the primary anchor, multiple banjo bodies can often be stacked on a single long bolt to create a custom distribution hub in a very small area.

Ideal Applications

• Pneumatic Actuators: Connecting air lines to cylinders in tight mechanical assemblies.
• Solenoid Valve Manifolds: Routing supply and exhaust lines in dense clusters where space is at a premium.
• Robotic End-of-Arm Tooling: Providing a low-profile air supply to grippers and vacuum cups.
• Mobile Equipment: Ensuring pneumatic connections remain protected and low-profile on moving chassis.

Installation Tip

When installing, tighten the central male bolt using a hex key or wrench until the base seal is compressed. Once the bolt is secure, swivel the polymer body to the desired angle before inserting your tubing. For a perfect seal, always use a dedicated tube cutter to ensure a square, burr-free end on your air line.