What Is a Hex Nipple？ A hex nipple is a short pipe fitting with male threads on both ends and a hexagonal section in the middle. The hexagon lets you use a wrench instead of a pipe wrench. No damaged threads. Hex nipples are used in piping systems to: Connect two female-threaded fittings Extend pipe

Instrument valves are also known as precision valves. They are used to isolate and/or control small flows of fluid and gas within a process. If you work with pressure gauges, process analyzers, process samplers or with process transmitters then you may have already encountered an instrument valve. The purpose of this article is to explain

Manifold valves on a manifold are typically described in terms of the number of valves in the manifold block, and also by the method of connection to transmitter(s). 2-way, 3-way, or 5-way？ Threaded, or flange？ Not sure which manifold valve you need？ This guide breaks down the types so you can choose with confidence. 1.