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VCR Metal Gasket

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Face Seal Fittings

■ 1/16 to 1 in. and 6 to 18 mm sizes

■ High-purity stainless steels

■ The original design, the authentic VCR brand

2 VCR Metal Gasket Face Seal Fittings

Contents

Glands Nuts, Caps, and Plugs

Page 4 Page 14

Split Nut Assemblies

Bodies
Page 15
Page 7

High-Flow Connections
Welded Assemblies Page 15
Page 12
Lock and Tag Devices
Page 17
Gaskets
Page 13
Installation Instructions
Page 17

Materials of Construction
Material Applicable
Material Designator Specification
Glands, Bodies, and Nuts
Bar stock: ASME SA479
ASTM A276
316 stainless steel SS Forged shapes:
ASME SA182
ASTM A314
316L stainless steel 316L
Bar stock: ASME SA479 Pressure Ratings
316L VAR ASTM A276
Forged shapes: ■ All ratings comply with calculations in accordance with
(vacuum arc remelt) 6LV
stainless steel ASTM A182 ASME Code for Pressure Piping B31.3, Process Piping.
■ To determine pressure ratings in accordance with ASME
Gaskets
B31.1, Power Piping, multiply psig rating by 0.94.
Nickel NI ASTM B162
■ Working pressure ratings determined at room temperature
316 stainless steel SS ASTM A240, ASTM A167 with gasket materials shown.
Copper CU ASTM B152

Temperature Ratings
Plating Components Material Temperature, °F (°C)
VCR female nuts are silver plated. Avoid chemical processes 316 stainless steel
used for cleaning, electropolishing, and passivation that will
Fittings 316L stainless steel 1000 (537)
remove plating. If the plating is damaged or removed, thread
galling may occur, damaging fitting components and preventing 316L VAR stainless steel
a proper seal. 316 stainless steel 1000 (537)
Gaskets Nickel 600 (315)
Dimensions Copper 400 (204)
■ Dimensions, in inches (millimeters), are for reference only
and are subject to change.
■ The E dimension refers to the smallest nominal inside Testing
diameter of the part (see ordering tables). The VCR fitting design has been helium leak tested to a
maximum leak rate of 4  10–9 std cm3/s with silver-plated
and copper gaskets and to a maximum leak rate of 4  10–11
std cm3/s with unplated gaskets.
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Ultrahigh-Purity Ordering Information

A variety of VCR face seal glands and bodies is available To order fittings manufactured according to Swagelok
with controlled surface finishes, electopolished, and specially Ultrahigh-Purity Process Specification (SC-01), add P to the
cleaned to meet ultrahigh-purity system requirements. For ordering number.
more information, see Swagelok ® Ultrahigh-Purity Process Example: 6LV-4-VCR-3-4TB7P
Specification (SC-01). Roughness
Designator Average, Ra
P 5 µin. (0.13 µm)

Side-load retainer gasket for easy installation
and minimal clearance for removal
Standard surface finish on glands
and bodies is a roughness average
of 10 µin. (0.25 µm) Ra
Test port at two locations Markings identify manufacturer, material, and
for easy leak testing when applicable, the appropriate process
designator according to Swagelok Ultrahigh-
Purity Process Specification (SC-01)

No “virtual leak” zones Material heat code is

Precision manufactured gasket
for maximum performance
stamped on glands and
all shapes to ensure raw
Female threads are silver-plated to material traceability
prevent galling, ensure easy assembly
and consistent make-up

VCR components offer the high purity of a metal-to-metal seal,

providing leak-tight service from vacuum to positive pressure.
The seal on a VCR assembly is made when the gasket is
compressed by two beads during the engagement of a male
nut or body hex and a female nut.

Minimal clearance
required for removal

Typical VCR Assemblies

Side-load
Female nut Gland retainer gasket Gland Male nut

OR
Female nut Gland Gasket Body
4 VCR Metal Gasket Face Seal Fittings

Glands Short Tube Butt Weld

Nominal VCR Dimensions Working Pressure
Tube Wall Size Ordering
Size Thickness in. Number C E H Ni SS Cu
E Dimensions, in. (mm) psig (bar)
C 1/8 0.028 1/8 6LV-2-VCR-3S-2TB7➀ 0.75 0.06 1.080 8500 8500 6800
H (19.1) (1.5) (27.4) (585) (585) (468)
6LV-4-VCR-3S-4TB2 0.25 0.600
(6.4) (15.2)
1/4 6LV-4-VCR-3S-4TB3 0.38 0.720 5100 5100 5100
(9.6) 0.18 (18.3) (351) (351) (351)
1/4 (4.6)
6LV-4-VCR-3S-4TB7 1.100
0.75 (27.9)
0.035 (19.1)
6LV-8-VCR-3S-4TB7 1.120 3500 4300 2800
(28.4) (241) (296) (192)
6LV-8-VCR-3S-6TB2 0.25 0.620
(6.4) 0.31 (15.7) 3300 3300 2600
3/8 (7.9) (227) (227) (179)
6LV-8-VCR-3S-6TB7 0.75 1.120
(19.1) (28.4)
1/2
6LV-8-VCR-3S-8TB2 0.25 0.620
(6.4) (15.7)
1/2 0.049 6LV-8-VCR-3S-8TB3 0.38 0.40 0.740 3500 3500 2800
(9.6) (10.2) (18.8) (241) (241) (192)
6LV-8-VCR-3S-8TB7 0.75 1.120
(19.1) (28.4)
Dimensions, mm (in.) bar (psig)
6 6LV-4-VCR-3S-6MTB7 4.0 468 468 372
(0.16) (6800) (6800) (5400)
1/4
8 6LV-4-VCR-3S-8MTB7 6.0 337 337 337
(0.24) 29.5 (4900) (4900) (4900)
1.0 (1.160)
10 6LV-8-VCR-3S-10MTB7 19.1 8.0 241 241 192
(0.75) (0.31) (3500) (3500) (2800)
1/2
12 6LV-8-VCR-3S-12MTB7 10.0 213 213
(0.39) (3100) (3100) 165
15.0 31.0 206 206 (2400)
18 1.5 3/4 6LV-12-VCR-3S-18MTB7 (0.59) (1.220) (3000) (3000)

Long Tube Butt Weld

Nominal VCR Dimensions Working Pressure
E Tube Wall Size Ordering
Size Thickness in. Number C E H Ni SS Cu
C
H Dimensions, in. (mm) psig (bar)
6LV-2-VCR-3-2TB7➀ 0.75 0.06 1.420 8500 8500 6800
1/8 0.028 1/8 (19.1) (1.5)➁ (36.1) (585) (585) (468)
6LV-4-VCR-3-4TB2 0.25 1.200
(6.4) (30.5)
6LV-4-VCR-3-02205 0.36 1.310
(9.1) (33.3) 5100 5100 5100
1/4 (351) (351) (351)
1/4 6LV-4-VCR-3-4TB3 0.38 0.18 1.320
(9.6) (4.6) (33.5)
0.035 6LV-4-VCR-3-4TB7 1.700
0.75 (43.2)
(19.1) 1.800 3500 4300 2800
6LV-8-VCR-3-4TB7 (45.7) (241) (296) (192)
6LV-8-VCR-3-6TB2 0.25 1.290
(6.4) 0.31 (32.8) 3300 3300 2600
3/8 (7.9) (227) (227) (179)
6LV-8-VCR-3-6TB7 0.75 1.790
(19.1) (45.5)
1/2
6LV-8-VCR-3-8TB2 0.25 1.290
(6.4) (32.8)
1/2 6LV-8-VCR-3-8TB3 0.38 0.40 1.410 3500 3500 2800
(9.6) (10.2) (35.8) (241) (241) (192)
0.049
6LV-8-VCR-3-8TB7 1.790
(45.5)
3/4 3/4 6LV-12-VCR-3-12TB7 0.75 0.65 2.030
(19.1) (16.5) (51.6) 2400 2400 1900
0.87 2.320 (165) (165) (130)
1 0.065 1 6LV-16-VCR-3-16TB7 (22.1) (58.9)
Dimensions, mm (in.) bar (psig)
6 6LV-4-VCR-3-6MTB7 4.0 468 468 372
Dimensions are for reference only (0.16) 43.2 (6800) (6800) (5400)
and are subject to change. 1/4 (1.700)
8 6LV-4-VCR-3-8MTB7 6.0 337 337 337
The E dimension refers to the (0.24) (4900) (4900) (4900)
smallest nominal inside diameter of 1.0
10 6LV-8-VCR-3-10MTB7 19.1 8.0 241 241 192
the part. (0.75) (0.31) 45.5 (3500) (3500) (2800)
➀ Not designed for gasket retainer 1/2 (1.790)
12 6LV-8-VCR-3-12MTB7 10.0 213 213
assembly. (0.39) (3100) (3100) 165
➁ May contain internal diameter 15.0 51.6 206 206 (2400)
18 1.5 3/4 6LV-12-VCR-3-18MTB7 (0.59) (2.030) (3000) (3000)
transitions.
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Glands Short Automatic Tube Butt Weld

Nominal VCR Dimensions Working Pressure
Tube Wall Size Ordering
Size Thickness in. Number C D E H Tx Ni SS Cu
Tx E Dimensions, in. (mm) psig (bar)
D C 1/4 1/4 316L-4-VCR-3AS 0.02 0.18 1.12 0.29 5100 5100 5100
H (0.5) (4.6) (28.4) (7.4) (351) (351) (351)
0.035
3/8 316L-8-VCR-3AS6 0.75 0.03 0.31 1.15 0.41 3300 3300 2600
(19.1) (0.8) (7.9) (29.2) (10.4) (227) (227) (179)
1/2
1/2 0.049 316L-8-VCR-3AS 0.04 0.40 1.16 0.55 3500 3500 2800
(1.0) (10.2) (29.5) (14.0) (241) (241) (192)
Dimensions, mm (in.) bar (psig)
6 316L-4-VCR-3-6MAS 0.5 4.0 30.0 6.8 468 468 372
(0.02) (0.16) (1.18) (0.27) (6800) (6800) (5400)
1/4
8 316L-4-VCR-3-8MAS 6.0 30.2 8.9 337 337 337
19.1 0.8 (0.24) (1.19) (0.35) (4900) (4900) (4900)
1.0 (0.75) (0.03)
10 316L-8-VCR-3-10MAS 8.0 31.0 10.9 241 241 192
(0.31) (1.22) (0.43) (3500) (3500) (2800)
1/2
12 316L-8-VCR-3-12MAS 1.0 10.0 30.5 13.2 213 213 165
(0.04) (0.39) (1.20) (0.52) (3100) (3100) (2400)

Long Automatic Tube Butt Weld

Nominal VCR Dimensions Working Pressure
Tx E Tube Wall Size Ordering
Size Thickness in. Number C D E H Tx Ni SS Cu
D C
H Dimensions, in. (mm) psig (bar)
1/4 316L-4-VCR-3A 1.72 5100 5100 5100
0.02 0.18 (43.7) 0.29 (351) (351) (351)
1/4 (0.5) (4.6) (7.4)
0.035 316L-8-VCR-3A4 3500 3500 2800
1.82 (241) (241) (192)
0.75 0.03 0.31 (46.2) 0.41 3300 3300 2600
3/8 1/2 316L-8-VCR-3A6 (19.1) (0.8) (7.9) (10.4) (227) (227) (179)

1/2 316L-8-VCR-3A 0.40 1.83 0.55 3500 3500 2800

(10.2) (46.5) (14.0) (241) (241) (192)
0.049
3/4 3/4 316L-12-VCR-3A 0.04 0.65 2.07 0.80 2400
(1.0) (16.5) (52.6) (20.3) 2400 2400 (165)
1 0.065 1 316L-16-VCR-3A 0.96 0.87 2.57 1.06 (165) (165) 1900
(24.4) (22.1) (65.3) (26.9) (130)
Dimensions, mm (in.) bar (psig)
6 1/4 316L-4-VCR-3-6MA 0.5 4.0 43.7 6.8 468 468 372
(0.02) (0.16) (1.72) (0.27) (6800) (6800) (5400)
1.0
12 1/2 316L-8-VCR-3-12MA 19.1 10.0 46.5 13.2 213 213
(0.75) 1.0 (0.39) (1.83) (0.52) (3100) (3100) 165
(0.04) 15.0 52.6 19.3 206 206 (2400)
18 1.5 3/4 316L-12-VCR-3-18MA (0.59) (2.07) (0.76) (3000) (3000)

Short Socket Weld

VCR Dimensions Working Pressure
Tx E Tube Size Ordering
Socket H in. Number D E Tx Ni SS Cu
D
H Dimensions, in. (mm) psig (bar)
0.50 SS-4-VCR-3-.50LG
(12.7) 0.28 0.18 0.35 5500 5500 5500
1/4 1/4 (7.1) (4.6) (8.9) (378) (378) (378)
0.75 SS-4-VCR-3-.75LG
(19.1)
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Glands Socket Weld

VCR Dimensions Working Pressure
Tube Size Ordering
Socket in. Number D E H Tx Ni SS Cu
Tx E
Dimensions, in. (mm) psig (bar)
D 1/16 SS-1-VCR-3➀➁ 0.05 0.13 9000 9000 7200
H 0.10 (1.3) 0.70 (3.3) (620) (620) (496)
1/8 (2.5) (17.8)
1/8 SS-2-VCR-3➁ 0.09 0.20 7100 7100 7100
(2.3) (5.1) (489) (489) (489)

1/4 1/4 SS-4-VCR-3 0.28 0.18 1.31 0.35 5500 5500 5500
(7.1) (4.6) (33.3) (8.9) (378) (378) (378)

3/8 SS-6-VCR-3➂ 0.31 0.28 3500 4300 2800

(7.9) (7.1) 1.50 0.60 (241) (291) (192)
1/2 (38.1) (15.2)
1/2 SS-8-VCR-3 0.38 0.40 3000 3000 2400
(9.6) (10.2) (206) (206) (165)

5/8 5/8 SS-10-VCR-3 0.41 0.50 1.56 0.72

(10.4) (12.7) (39.6) (18.3) 2800 2800 2200
0.44 0.62 2.00 0.88 (192) (192) (151)
3/4 3/4 SS-12-VCR-3 (11.2) (15.7) (50.8) (22.4)

1 1 SS-16-VCR-3 0.62 0.87 2.22 1.19 2400 3000 1900

(15.7) (22.1) (56.4) (30.2) (165) (206) (130)

Reducing Socket Weld

E
VCR Dimensions Working Pressure
Tx Tube Size Ordering
Socket in. Number D E H Tx Ni SS Cu
D
H
Dimensions, in. (mm) psig (bar)
0.10 0.09 1.31 0.35 8000 8000 8000
1/8 1/4 SS-4-VCR-3-2TSW (2.5) (2.3)➃ (33.3) (8.9) (551) (551) (551)

1/4 1/2 SS-8-VCR-3-4TSW 0.28 0.18 1.50 0.60 3500 3500 3500
(7.1) (4.6) (38.1) (15.2) (241) (241) (241)

Blind (Undrilled) Gland

VCR Dimensions
Size Ordering
in. Number H
H
Dimensions, in. (mm)
1/8 SS-2-VCR-3-BL➁ 0.70
(17.8)

1/4 SS-4-VCR-3-BL 1.31

(33.3)

1/2 SS-8-VCR-3-BL 1.50

(38.1)

3/4 SS-12-VCR-3-BL 2.00

(50.8)

1 SS-16-VCR-3-BL 2.22
(56.4)

Male Weld
VCR Dimensions Working Pressure
E Tube Size Ordering
Size in. Number C E H Ni SS Cu
C
H Dimensions, in. (mm) psig (bar)
1/8 SS-2-VCR-3-2MTW➁ 0.70 9000 11 200 7200
0.28 0.06 (17.8) (620) (771) (496)
1/8 (7.1) (1.5)➃
SS-4-VCR-3-2MTW
1/4 1.31 8000 10 000 6400
(33.3) (551) (689) (440)
SS-4-VCR-3-4MTW
1/4 0.12
0.41 (3.0)
SS-8-VCR-3-4MTW (10.4) 4300 2800
0.28 1.50 3500 (296) (192)
3/8 1/2 SS-8-VCR-3-6MTW (7.1) (38.1) (241)

➀ Uses 1/8 in. gasket and nut. 1/2 SS-8-VCR-3-8MTW 0.50 0.40 3500 3500
(12.7) (10.2) (241) (241)
➁ Not designed for gasket retainer
assembly. 3/4 3/4 SS-12-VCR-3-12MTW 0.62 0.53 2.00 3000 3700 2400
(15.7) (13.5) (50.8) (206) (254) (165)
➂ Uses 1/2 in. gasket and nut.
➃ May contain internal diameter 1 1 SS-16-VCR-3-16MTW 0.81 0.75 2.22 2400 3000 1900
transitions. (20.6) (19.1) (56.4) (165) (206) (130)
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Glands Tube Adapter

VCR Dimensions Working Pressure
Tube Size Ordering
Size in. Number C E H Ni SS Cu
E Dimensions, in. (mm) psig (bar)
C 1/4 1/4 SS-4-VCR-3-4TA 0.64 0.17 1.62 8000 10 000 6400
H (16.2) (4.3) (41.0) (551) (689) (440)

3/8 SS-8-VCR-3-6TA 0.70 0.27 1.81

(17.8) (6.8)➀ (46.0) 3500 4300 2800
1/2 (241) (296) (192)
1/2 SS-8-VCR-3-8TA 0.96 0.37 1.94
(24.4) (9.4) (49.3)

Bodies Male NPT Connector ➁

Dimensions Working Pressure

F VCR
NPT Size Ordering F
Size in. Number C E Flat H Ni SS Cu
E
Dimensions, in. (mm) psig (bar)
C 1/16 SS-2-VCR-1-1➂ 3/8
H
1/8 0.09 1.07 9000 9000 7200
0.38 (2.3)➀ (27.2) (620) (620) (496)
SS-2-VCR-1-2➂ 7/16
(9.6)
1/8
SS-4-VCR-1-2 1.31
0.18 (33.3) 8000 10 000 6400
1/4 (4.6)
5/8 (551) (689) (440)
SS-4-VCR-1-4 1.49
(37.8)
1/4
SS-8-VCR-1-4 0.56 0.40
(14.2) (10.2) 1.65
0.38 (41.9) 3500 4300 2800
3/8 1/2 SS-8-VCR-1-6 (9.6)
15/16 (241) (296) (192)

1/2 SS-8-VCR-1-8 0.40 1.84

Dimensions are for reference only 0.75 (10.2) (46.7)
and are subject to change. (19.1) 0.62 2.19 3000 3700 2400
The E dimension refers to the 3/4 3/4 SS-12-VCR-1-12 (15.7)
1 5/16 (55.6) (206) (254) (165)
smallest nominal inside diameter of
the part. 1 1 SS-16-VCR-1-16 0.94 0.87 1 5/8 2.47 2400 3000 1900
(23.9) (22.1) (62.7) (165) (206) (130)

F F1

E E1

C D
L Male Bulkhead Connector ➁
H

VCR Dimensions Working Pressure

NPT Size Ordering F F1 Panel Max Panel
Size in. Number C D E E1 Flat Flat H L Hole Size Thickness Ni SS Cu
Dimensions, in. (mm) psig (bar)
1/4 SS-4-VCR-A1-4M 0.62 0.18 13/16 2.21 8000 8000 6400
(15.7) 0.56 (4.6) 0.28 (56.1) 1.24 (551) (551) (440)
1/4 13/16 21/32 0.38
1/2 SS-8-VCR-A1-4M 0.75 (14.2) 0.40 (7.1) 15/16 2.34 (31.5) 3500 4370 2800
(19.1) (10.2) (59.4) (241) (301) (192)

➀ May contain internal diameter

transitions.
➁ VCR components with fixed
threads must remain stationary
during installation. These fitting
connections should be assembled
only to glands with rotating male
or female threaded nuts.
➂ Not designed for gasket retainer
assembly.
8 VCR Metal Gasket Face Seal Fittings

Bodies
F

E E1

D
H
C Straight Thread O-ring Seal Male Connector ➀➁

Dimensions Working Pressure

Straight VCR Uniform
Thread Size O-ring Material Ordering F
Size in. End Size Number C D E E1 Flat H Ni SS Cu
Dimensions, in. (mm) psig (bar)
9/16-18 1/4 Fluorocarbon 906 SS-4-VCR-1-00032 0.39 0.25 0.18 0.28 3/4 1.33 4500 4500 4500
(9.9) (6.4) (4.6) (7.1) (33.8) (310) (310) (310)

7/8-14 Fluorocarbon 910 SS-8-VCR-1-00176 0.50 0.40 0.59 1 1.66

(12.7) (10.2) 0.28 (15.0) (42.2) 3500 3500 2800
1/2 (7.1) (241) (241) (192)
9/16-18 Fluorocarbon 906 SS-8-VCR-1-01081 0.39 — 0.28 1.48
15/16 (37.6)
(9.9) (7.1)

Female NPT Connector ➀

F
Dimensions Working Pressure
VCR
NPT Size Ordering F
E Size in. Number E Flat H Ni SS Cu
Dimensions, in. (mm) psig (bar)
1/16 SS-2-VCR-7-1➂ 7/16 1.10 6700 6700 6700
H 0.09 (27.9) (461) (461) (461)
1/8 (2.3)
SS-2-VCR-7-2➂ 9/16 1.19 6500 6500 6500
(30.2) (447) (447) (447)
1/8
SS-4-VCR-7-2 5/8 1.41 8000 8000 6400
0.18 (35.8) (551) (551) (440)
1/4 (4.6)
1/4 SS-4-VCR-7-4 3/4 1.54 6600 6600 5200
(39.1) (454) (454) (358)

3/8 SS-8-VCR-7-6 15/16 1.76

0.40 (44.7) 3500 4300 2800
1/2 (10.2) (241) (296) (192)
1/2 SS-8-VCR-7-8 1 1/16 1.99
(50.5)

3/4 3/4 SS-12-VCR-7-12 0.62 1 5/16 2.36 3000 3700 2400

(15.7) (59.9) (206) (254) (165)

1 1 SS-16-VCR-7-16 0.87 1 5/8 2.51 2400 3000 1900

(22.1) (63.8) (165) (206) (130)

Swagelok Tube Fitting Connector ➀

F G
Dimensions Working Pressure
VCR
Tube Size Ordering F G
E
Size in. Number C D E Flat Flat H Ni SS Cu
D Dimensions, in. (mm) psig (bar)
C 0.50 0.09
H 1/8 SS-4-VCR-6-200 0.60(15.2) (12.7) (2.3)➃ 7/16 1.53
(38.9)
1/4 5/8 8000 10 000 6400
0.70 0.60 0.18 1.62 (551) (689) (440)
1/4 SS-4-VCR-6-400 (17.8) (15.2) (4.6)
9/16 (41.1)

3/8 SS-8-VCR-6-600 0.76 0.66 0.28 11/16 1.84

➀ VCR components with fixed (19.3) (16.8) (7.1)➃ (46.7)
threads must remain stationary 1/2 15/16 3500 4300 2800
0.86 0.90 0.40 1.95 (241) (296) (192)
during installation. These fitting 1/2 SS-8-VCR-6-810 7/8
connections should be assem- (21.8) (22.9) (10.2) (49.5)
bled only to glands with rotating Dimensions—C, D, H, are typical finger-tight.
male or female threaded nuts. NOTE: Swagelok nuts and ferrules are provided assembled, as shown.
➁ O-rings—fluorocarbon FKM stan- For tubing maximum pressure ratings for use with Swagelok tube fittings, see the Swagelok Tubing Data Sheet.
dard, other materials available.
NOTE: O-rings are assembled
with a silicone vacuum grease.
➂ Not designed for gasket retainer
assembly.
➃ May contain internal diameter
transitions.
 VCR Metal Gasket Face Seal Fittings 9

F F1 G

D
H
C Swagelok Tube Fitting Bulkhead Connector ➀

Dimensions Working Pressure

VCR
Tube Size Ordering F F1 G Panel Max Panel
Size in. Number C D E Flat Flat Flat H Hole Size Thickness Ni SS Cu
Dimensions, in. (mm) psig (bar)
SS-4-VCR-A1-400 1.32 2.25 0.40
(33.5) 0.60 0.18 (57.2) 8000 10 000 6400
1/4 1/4 (15.2) (4.6)
5/8 5/8 9/16 15/32 (551) (689) (440)
SS-4-VCR-A1S-400 1.05 1.88 0.13
(2.67) (47.8)

3/8 SS-8-VCR-A1-600 1.45 0.66 0.28 3/4 2.54

11/16 (64.5) 19/32 0.44
(36.8) (16.8) (7.1) 3500 4300 2800
1/2 15/16 (241) (296) (192)
1/2 SS-8-VCR-A1-810 1.65 0.90 0.40 15/16 7/8 2.74 25/32 0.50
(41.9) (22.9) (10.2) (69.6)
Dimensions—C, D, H, are typical finger-tight.
NOTE: Swagelok nuts and ferrules are provided assembled, as shown.
For tubing maximum pressure ratings for use with Swagelok tube fittings, see the Swagelok Tubing Data Sheet.

Double Male Union ➀

F
Dimensions Working Pressure
VCR
Size Ordering F
E in. Number E Flat H Ni SS Cu
Dimensions, in. (mm) psig (bar)
H
1/8 SS-2-VCR-6-DM➁ 0.09 3/8 1.13 9000 11 200 7200
(2.3) (28.7) (620) (771) (496)

1/4 SS-4-VCR-6-DM 0.18 5/8 1.55 8000 10 000 6400

(4.6) (39.4) (551) (689) (440)

1/2 SS-8-VCR-6-DM 0.40 15/16 1.84 3500 4 300 2800

(10.2) (46.7) (241) (296) (192)

3/4 SS-12-VCR-6-DM 0.62 1 5/16 2.44 3000 3 700 2400

(15.7) (62.0) (206) (254) (165)

1 SS-16-VCR-6-DM 0.87 1 5/8 2.59 2400 3 000 1900

(22.1) (65.8) (165) (206) (130)

Double Male Reducing Union ➀

F Dimensions Working Pressure
E1 VCR VCR
E Size Size Ordering F
in. in. Number E➁ E1 Flat H Ni SS Cu
Dimensions, in. (mm) psig (bar)
1/4 1/8 SS-4-VCR-6-DM-2 0.09 0.18 5/8 1.37 8000 10 000 6400
H (2.3) (4.6) (34.8) (551) (689) (440)

1/2 1/4 SS-8-VCR-6-DM-4 0.18 0.40 15/16 1.71 3500 4300 2800
(4.6) (10.2) (43.4) (241) (296) (192)

Bulkhead Union ➀
F F1 Dimensions Working Pressure
VCR
Size Ordering F F1 Panel Max Panel
E in. Number C E Flat Flat H Hole Size Thickness Ni SS Cu
Dimensions, in. (mm) psig (bar)
SS-4-VCR-61 1.30 2.23 0.44
C (33.0) (56.6)
H 1/4 0.18 3/4 3/4 19/32 8000 10 000 6400
0.99 (4.6) 1.82 (551) (689) (440)
➀ VCR components with fixed
SS-4-VCR-61S (25.1) (46.2)
0.13
threads must remain stationary
SS-8-VCR-61 1.48 2.57 0.50
during normal installation. (37.6)
These fitting connections should 1/2 0.40 1 1/16 1 1/16 (65.3) 29/32 3500 4300 2800
be assembled only to glands SS-8-VCR-61S (28.2) 1.11 (10.2) 2.14 0.13
(241) (296) (192)
with rotating male or female (54.4)
threaded nuts.
➁ Not designed for gasket retainer
assemblies.
10 VCR Metal Gasket Face Seal Fittings

F F

E E1
B
C
H Tube Butt Weld Bulkhead Connector ➀

Dimensions Working Pressure

VCR
Tube Size Ordering F Panel Max Panel
Size in. Number B C E E1 Flat H Hole Size Thickness Ni SS Cu
Dimensions, in. (mm) psig (bar)
6LV-4-VCR-61-4TB7 1.30 2.36 0.44
0.75 (33.0) 0.18 0.22 (59.9) 5100 5100 5100
1/4 1/4 (19.1) (4.6) (5.6)
3/4 19/32 (351) (351) (351)
6LV-4-VCR-61S-4TB7 0.99 1.95 0.13
(25.1) (49.5)

Coupling
Leak test
ports F Dimensions
VCR
Size Ordering F
in. Number Flat H
Dimensions, in. (mm)
1/8 SS-2-VCR-CG 7/16 0.66
(16.8)
H
1/4 SS-4-VCR-CG 3/4 1.19
(30.2)

1/2 SS-8-VCR-CG 1 1/16 1.31

(33.3)

3/4 SS-12-VCR-CG 1 1/2 1.68

(42.7)

1 SS-16-VCR-CG 1 3/4 2.04

(51.8)

Double Female Reducing Union ➀

Leak test
ports F VCR VCR Dimensions Working Pressure
Size Size Ordering F
in. in. Number E Flat H Y Ni SS Cu
Dimensions, in. (mm) psig (bar)
E 0.13 1.16 0.36 8000 10 000 6400
1/4 1/8 SS-4-VCR-6-DF-2 (3.3)
3/4 (29.5) (9.1) (551) (689) (440)
Y
H 1/2 1/4 SS-8-VCR-6-DF-4 0.25 1 1/16 1.41 0.35 3500 4300 2800
(6.4) (35.8) (8.9) (241) (296) (192)

Reducing Adapter ➀
Leak test
ports F Dimensions Working Pressure
VCR VCR
E Size Size Ordering F
in. in. Number E Flat H Y Ni SS Cu
Dimensions, in. (mm) psig (bar)
1/8 1/4 SS-2-VCR-7-4VCRF➁ 0.09 3/4 1.19 0.69 8000 10 000 6400
Y (2.3) (30.2) (17.5) (551) (689) (440)
H
1/4 1/2 SS-4-VCR-7-8VCRF 0.18 1 1/16 1.41 0.85 3500 4300 2800
(4.6) (35.8) (21.6) (241) (296) (192)

Leak test Reducing Bushing ➀

ports F
E VCR Dimensions Working Pressure
VCR
Size Size Ordering F
in. in. Number E Flat H Y Ni SS Cu
Y Dimensions, in. (mm) psig (bar)
H 0.13 1.06 0.76 8000 10 000 6400
1/4 1/8 SS-4-VCR-7-2VCRF (3.3)
5/8 (26.9) (19.3) (551) (689) (440)
➀ VCR components with fixed threads
must remain stationary during 1/2 1/4 SS-8-VCR-7-4VCRF 0.25 15/16 1.41 0.91 3500 4 300 2800
normal installation. These fitting (6.4) (35.8) (23.1) (241) (296) (192)
connections should be assembled
only to glands with rotating male
or female threaded nuts.
➁ Not designed for gasket retainer
assembly.
 VCR Metal Gasket Face Seal Fittings 11

Bodies VCR to Male NPT Elbow ➀

Dimensions Working Pressure
VCR
NPT Size Ordering F
B F Size in. Number B C D E Flat Ni SS Cu
Dimensions, in. (mm) psig (bar)
E
1/8 SS-4-VCR-2-2 0.87 0.38 10 000 6400
1.07 (22.1) (9.6) 0.18 8000 (689) (440)
1/4 (27.2) (4.6)
1/2 (551)
C 1/4 SS-4-VCR-2-4 1.05 8000 8000
(26.7) 0.56 (551) (551)
D
1.26 (14.2)
3/8 SS-8-VCR-2-6 (32.0)
1/2 1.45 0.40 13/16 3500 4 300 2800
(36.8) 1.45 0.75 (10.2) (241) (296) (192)
1/2 SS-8-VCR-2-8 (36.8) (19.1)

Union Elbow ➀
F
Dimensions Working Pressure
VCR
E Size Ordering F
in. Number B E Flat Ni SS Cu
Dimensions, in. (mm) psig (bar)
1/8 SS-2-VCR-9➁ 0.89 0.09 7/16 9000 11 200 7200
(22.6) (2.3) (620) (771) (496)

1/4 SS-4-VCR-9 1.07 0.18 1/2 8000 10 000 6400

B (27.2) (4.6) (551) (689) (440)

1/2 SS-8-VCR-9 1.45 0.40 13/16 3500 4 300 2800

(36.8) (10.2) (241) (296) (192)

3/4 SS-12-VCR-9 1.92 0.62 1 1/4 3000 3 700 2400

(48.8) (15.7) (206) (254) (165)

1 SS-16-VCR-9 2.00 0.87 1 11/16 2400 3000 1900

(50.8) (22.1) (165) (206) (130)

Union Tee ➀
F
Dimensions Working Pressure
VCR
E Size Ordering F
in. Number B E H Flat Ni SS Cu
B Dimensions, in. (mm) psig (bar)
1/8 SS-2-VCR-T➁ 0.89 0.09 1.78 7/16 9000 11 200 7200
(22.6) (2.3) (45.2) (620) (771) (496)
B 1.07 0.18 2.14 8000 10 000 6400
H 1/4 SS-4-VCR-T (27.2) (4.6) (54.4)
1/2 (551) (689) (440)

1/2 SS-8-VCR-T 1.45 0.40 2.90 13/16 3500 4 300 2800

(36.8) (10.2) (73.7) (241) (296) (192)

3/4 SS-12-VCR-T 1.92 0.62 3.84 1 1/4 3000 3 700 2400

(48.8) (15.7) (97.5) (206) (254) (165)

1 SS-16-VCR-T 2.00 0.87 4.00 1 11/16 2400 3 000 1900

(50.8) (22.1) (101.6) (165) (206) (130)

Union Cross ➀
Dimensions Working Pressure
VCR
Size Ordering F
F in. Number B E H Flat Ni SS Cu
Dimensions, in. (mm) psig (bar)
E
1/8 SS-2-VCR-CS➁ 0.89 0.09 1.78 7/16 9000 11 200 7200
(22.6) (2.3) (45.2) (620) (771) (496)

H B 1/4 SS-4-VCR-CS 1.07 0.18 2.14 1/2 8000 10 000 6400

(27.2) (4.6) (54.4) (551) (689) (440)

1/2 SS-8-VCR-CS 1.45 0.40 2.90 13/16 3500 4 300 2800

B (36.8) (10.2) (73.7) (241) (296) (192)
H 1.92 0.62 3.84 3000 3 700 2400
3/4 SS-12-VCR-CS (48.8) (15.7) (97.5)
1 1/4 (206) (254) (165)

1 SS-16-VCR-CS 2.00 0.87 4.00 1 11/16 2400 3 000 1900

(50.8) (22.1) (101.6) (165) (206) (130)
➀ VCR components with fixed threads
must remain stationary during
normal installation. These fitting
connections should be assembled
only to glands with rotating male
or female threaded nuts.
➁ Not designed for gasket retainer
assembly.
12 VCR Metal Gasket Face Seal Fittings

Welded Male NPT Connector

Assemblies Dimensions Working Pressure
VCR
NPT Size Ordering F G
Leak test Size in. Number B C E Flat Flat H Ni SS Cu
ports F
Dimensions, in. (mm) psig (bar)
1/8 SS-4-WVCR-1-2 0.38 0.95 7/16 1.58
(9.6) (24.1) 0.18 (40.1) 8000 8000 6400
E 1/4 3/4
0.92 (4.6) 1.79 (551) (551) (440)
1/4 SS-4-WVCR-1-4 (23.4)
9/16 (45.5)
0.56
C B (14.2) 1.00 1.89
G H 3/8 SS-8-WVCR-1-6 11/16
(25.4) 0.40 (48.0) 3500 4300 2800
1/2 (10.2)
1 1/16 (241) (296) (192)
1/2 SS-8-WVCR-1-8 0.75 1.01 7/8 2.09
(19.1) (25.6) (53.1)

Female NPT Connector

Leak test
ports F Dimensions Working Pressure
VCR
E NPT Size Ordering F G
Size in. Number C E Flat Flat H Ni SS Cu
Dimensions, in. (mm) psig (bar)

1/4 1/4 SS-4-WVCR-7-4 0.92 0.18 3/4 3/4 1.77 6600 6600 5200
C (23.4) (4.6) (45.0) (454) (454) (358)
G H
3/8 SS-8-WVCR-7-6 1.06 7/8 1.95
(26.9) 0.40 (49.5) 3500 4300 2800
1/2 (10.2)
1 1/16 (241) (296) (192)
1/2 SS-8-WVCR-7-8 1.04 1 1/16 2.18
(26.4) (55.4)

Swagelok Tube Fitting Connector

Leak test
ports Dimensions Working Pressure
F G1 VCR
E Tube Size Ordering F G G1
Size in. Number C D E Flat Flat Flat H Ni SS Cu
Dimensions, in. (mm) psig (bar)
1/4 0.70 0.60
SS-4-WVCR-6-400 (17.8) 1/2 9/16 1.94 8000 10 000 6400
D (15.2) 0.18 (49.3) (551) (689) (440)
G C 1/4 3/4
H (4.6)
3/8 SS-4-WVCR-6-600 0.76 0.66
(19.3) (16.8)
1.97 6500
11/16 (50.0) 5/8
(447)
6 500
(447)
5200
(358)

1/2 1/2 0.86 0.90 0.40 2.23 3500

SS-8-WVCR-6-810 (21.8) (22.9) (10.2) 13/16 1 1/16 1 7/8 (56.6) (241) 4 300 2800
(296) (192)
Dimensions—C, D, H, are typical finger-tight.
NOTE: Swagelok nuts and ferrules are provided assembled, as shown.
For tubing maximum pressure ratings for use with Swagelok tube fittings, see the Swagelok Tubing Data Sheet.

Rotating Female Union

Leak test ports
Dimensions Working Pressure
E VCR
Size Ordering G
in. Number E Flat H Ni SS Cu
Dimensions, in. (mm) psig (bar)
1/4 SS-4-WVCR-6-DF 0.18 3/4 1.71 8000 10 000 6400
G H G (4.6) (43.4) (551) (689) (440)

1/2 SS-8-WVCR-6-DF 0.40 1 1/16 1.84 3500 4 300 2800

(10.2) (46.7) (241) (296) (192)

Female Elbow Female Tee

Leak test 1.00 1.00 Leak test
ports (25.4) Elbows, crosses, Micro-Fit® fittings, (25.4) ports
and tees are available with welded
male and female ends.
For more information, contact your
independent Swagelok sales and
service representative.
Dimensions are for reference only
and are subject to change.
The E dimension refers to the
smallest nominal inside diameter of Ordering Number Ordering Number
the part. 6LV-4-WVCR-9-DF 6LV-4-WVCR-T-FFF
 VCR Metal Gasket Face Seal Fittings 13

Gaskets
Ordering Information Options
Specify gasket material by adding the appropriate prefix Blind Gasket
designator to the basic ordering number. Blind (undrilled) gaskets are available in non-retained and
Prefix retainer assembly styles.
Material Designator Example To order, use -BL as a suffix to the basic ordering number.
Nickel NI NI-4-VCR-2-VS Example: SS-4-VCR-2-VS-BL
316 stainless steel SS SS-4-VCR-2-VS NOTE: Blind gaskets have a maximum differential pressure
Copper CU ➀ CU-4-VCR-2 rating (∆P) of 100 psi (6.8 bar).
NOTE: Nickel and copper gasket retainer assemblies utilize a 316 stainless
steel retainer.
➀ Copper gaskets are unplated. However, to order, use CU as a prefix to the basic
ordering number used for silver-plated gaskets. Example: CU-4-VCR-2.
Side-load retainer style gaskets are not available in copper.

Silver-Plated Unplated (VS)

VCR Basic Dimensions
Non-Retained VCR Basic Non-retained Size Ordering
Dimensions in. Number E H Tx
Style Size Ordering Style
Cannot be used in. Number E H Tx Dimensions, in. (mm)
in a gasket retainer Dimensions, in. (mm) 1/8 -2-VCR-2-VS 0.09 0.26
H (2.3) (6.6)
assembly. 1/8 -2-VCR-2 0.09 0.26
(2.3) (6.6) 1/4 -4-VCR-2-VS 0.22 0.47
(5.6) (11.9)
1/4 -4-VCR-2 0.22 0.47
(5.6) (11.9) E Tx 1/2 -8-VCR-2-VS 0.44 0.78
H (11.2) 0.027 (19.8)
1/2 -8-VCR-2 0.44 0.78
(11.2) 0.28 (19.8) 5/8 -10-VCR-2-VS 0.58 (0.7) 0.91
(0.7) (14.7) (23.1)
5/8 -10-VCR-2 0.58 0.91
E Tx (14.7) (23.1) 3/4 -12-VCR-2-VS 0.66 1.14
(16.8) (29.0)
3/4 -12-VCR-2 0.66 1.14
(16.8) (29.0) 1 -16-VCR-2-VS 0.89 1.40
(22.6) (35.6)
1 -16-VCR-2 0.89 1.40
(22.6) (35.6)
Gasket Retainer VCR Basic Dimensions
Assembly Size Ordering
in. Number E H Tx
H Dimensions, in. (mm)
Gasket Retainer VCR Basic Dimensions 1/4 -4-VCR-2-GR-VS 0.24 0.50
Assembly (6.1) (12.7)
Size Ordering
in. Number E H Tx E Tx 1/2 -8-VCR-2-GR-VS 0.44 0.79
Retainer and gas- (11.2) 0.028 (20.1)
ket must be used Dimensions, in. (mm)
3/4 0.66 (0.7) 1.14
-12-VCR-2-GR-VS (16.8)
as an assembly. 1/4 -4-VCR-2-GR 0.24 0.50 (29.0)
(6.1) (12.7)
1 0.89
-16-VCR-2-GR-VS (22.6) 1.40
H 1/2 -8-VCR-2-GR 0.44 0.79 (35.6)
(11.2) 0.028 (20.1)
0.66 (0.7) 1.14
3/4 -12-VCR-2-GR (16.8) (29.0) Side-load VCR Basic Dimensions
Tx Retainer Style Size Ordering
E 1 -16-VCR-2-GR 0.89 (22.6)
1.40
(35.6) in. Number E H Tx
H
Dimensions, in. (mm)
1/4 -4-VCR-2-ZC-VS 0.24 0.45
(6.1) 0.028 (11.4)
E Tx (0.7) 0.77
1/2 -8-VCR-2-ZC-VS 0.44(11.1) (19.5)

Side-Load Installation
Tool and Tray Tool Tray (includes 30 gaskets)
■ Makes gasket handling ■ Keeps gaskets secure
easy, preserves cleanliness ■ Keeps gaskets aligned for
■ Enables gasket installation easy removal with side-
where space is limited load gasket tool
■ Is used to easily remove ■ Cleaned and packaged in
gasket from storage tray accordance with Swagelok
Description Ordering Number Specification SC-01
Material:
Installation Tool MS-4-VCR-ZC-TL polyethersulfone (PES) Material:
Tray (nickel gaskets) NI-4-VCR-2-ZCT-VS tray polypropylene 5
Tray (SS gaskets) SS-4-VCR-2-ZCT-VS (lid) clean polycarbonate 7
14 VCR Metal Gasket Face Seal Fittings

Nuts, Caps, Female Nut Cap with Lanyard

and Plugs Dimensions
VCR
Size Ordering F
Leak test in. Number Flat H Tx
ports F Dimensions, in. (mm)
1/8 SS-2-VCR-1 7/16 0.53 0.21 Dimensions
(13.5) (5.3)
VCR
Tx Size Ordering F Lanyard
1/4 SS-4-VCR-1 3/4 0.81 0.36 in. Number➂ C Flat H Length
(20.6) (9.1)
Dimensions, in. (mm)
1/2 SS-8-VCR-1 1 1/16 0.61
H 0.88 (15.5) 1/4 SS-4-VCR-CP-BP 0.44 3/4 0.94
(22.4) (11.2) (23.9) 6
5/8 SS-10-VCR-1 1 3/16 0.74 (152.4)
(18.8) 1/2 SS-8-VCR-CP-BP 0.45 1 1/16 1.01
(11.4) (25.6)
3/4 SS-12-VCR-1 1.12 0.89
1 1/2 (28.4) (22.6)

1 SS-16-VCR-1 1 3/4 1.34 1.20

(34.0) (30.5)
Plug
F
Dimensions
VCR
Male Nut Size Ordering F
in. Number Flat H
F
Dimensions Dimensions, in. (mm)
VCR
Size Ordering F 1/8 SS-2-VCR-P➃ 3/8 0.68
H (17.3)
Tx in. Number Flat H Tx
Dimensions, in. (mm) 1/4 SS-4-VCR-P➁ 5/8 0.92
(23.4)
H 1/8 SS-2-VCR-4 3/8 0.50 0.21
(12.7) (5.3) 1/2 SS-8-VCR-P 15/16 1.08
(27.4)
1/4 SS-4-VCR-4➀ 5/8 0.71 0.36
(18.0) (9.1) 3/4 SS-12-VCR-P 1 5/16 1.43
(36.3)
1/2 SS-8-VCR-4 15/16 0.61
(15.5) 1 SS-16-VCR-P 1 5/8 1.52
0.81 (38.6)
(20.6) 0.74
5/8 SS-10-VCR-4 1 1/16 (18.8)

3/4 SS-12-VCR-4 1.00 0.89

1 5/16 (25.4) (22.6)
1.19 1.20 Plug with lanyard
1 SS-16-VCR-4 1 5/8 (30.2) (30.5)
Dimensions
VCR
Size Ordering F Lanyard
in. Number ➂ Flat H Length
Short Male Nut (for use with short gland) Dimensions, in. (mm)
1/4 SS-4-VCR-BP 5/8 0.92 (23.4)
F Dimensions 6
VCR 1.08 (152.4)
Size Ordering F 1/2 SS-8-VCR-BP 15/16 (27.4)
Tx in. Number Flat H Tx
Dimensions, in. (mm)
SS-4-VCR-4-.54NC 0.54
H (13.7)
1/4 5/8 0.36
0.65 (9.1)
SS-4-VCR-4-.65NC (16.5) Protective Cap VCR
Size Ordering
Made of 304 stainless in. Number
steel and supplied 1/4 304-4-VCR-SC
Cap as bead protection
during shipping for 1/2 304-8-VCR-SC
Leak test Dimensions
ports F VCR a variety of VCR face
Size Ordering F seal fittings 3/4 304-12-VCR-SC
in. Number C Flat H
processed to Swagelok
Dimensions, in. (mm) 1 304-16-VCR-SC
Specification SC-01.
1/8 SS-2-VCR-CP 0.30 7/16 0.63
(7.6) (16.0)
C 1/4 SS-4-VCR-CP 0.44 3/4 0.94
H (11.2) (23.9)

1/2 SS-8-VCR-CP 0.45 1 1/16 1.01 Dimensions are for reference only and are subject to change.
(11.4) (25.6) ➀ A taper at the hex end allows the nut to move around 90° tube bends.
3/4 SS-12-VCR-CP 0.54 1 1/2 1.29 ➁ Also available as a rotatable plug.
(13.7) (32.8) Ordering Number: SS-4-VCR-RP.
0.63 1 3/4 1.54 ➂ Lanyards are manufactured from 302 stainless steel material.
1 SS-16-VCR-CP (16.0) (39.1) ➃ Not designed for gasket retainer assembly.
 VCR Metal Gasket Face Seal Fittings 15

Nuts, Caps, Split-Nut ™ Assemblies

and Plugs
Female Male
VCR Split Basic Dimensions
A A Size Nut Ordering
in. Type Number A B C D E
Dimensions, in. (mm)
B 0.81 0.63 0.68
B E 1/4 Female SS-4-VCR-1-SN 3/4 (20.6) (16.0) (17.4)
0.36
(9.1) 0.60
C
1/4 Male SS-4-VCR-4-SN 5/8 (15.2)
— —
D
C

High-Flow Connections—“H” Type VCR

NOTE: “H” Type VCR connections are compatible with 1/4 in. VCR connections and are designed
for use with Swagelok high-flow diaphragm valves and gas regulators. For uniform flow, use 1/4
in. side-load retainer style gasket. Example: NI-4-VCR-2-ZC-VS.

Glands Tube Butt Weld

Dimensions Working Pressure
Nominal VCR
B Tube Wall Size Ordering
Size Thickness in. Number B E E1 H Ni SS Cu
E1 E
Dimensions, in. (mm) psig (bar)
H 6LV-4-HVCR-3-.60SR 0.41 0.60
(10.4) (15.2)

3/8 0.035 1/4 6LV-4-HVCR-3-1.19SR 1.00 0.25 0.31 1.19 3300 3300 3300
(25.4) (6.4) (7.9) (30.2) (227) (227) (227)

6LV-4-HVCR-3-1.31SR 1.12 1.31

(28.4) (33.3)

Bodies Tube Butt Weld

B F Dimensions Working Pressure
VCR
Tube Size Ordering F
E1 E Size in. Number B C E E1 Flat H Ni SS Cu
Dimensions, in. (mm) psig (bar)

H
C 3/8 1/4 6LV-4-HVCR-1-6TB7 0.75 0.62 (19.1) (15.7)
0.25
(6.4)
0.31
(7.9)
5/8 1.68
(42.7)
3300 3300 3300
(227) (227) (227)

Automatic Tube Weld

D B F Dimensions Working Pressure
VCR
Tube Size Ordering F
Tx E1 E Size in. Number B C D E E1 Flat H Tx Ni SS Cu
Dimensions, in. (mm) psig (bar)

H
C 3/8 1/4 316L-4-HVCR-1A6 0.75 0.62 0.03 0.25
(19.1) (15.7) (0.8) (6.4)
0.31
(7.9)
5/8 1.71 0.41
(43.4) (10.4)
3300 3300 3300
(227) (227) (227)

Dimensions are for reference only

and are subject to change.
The E dimension refers to the
smallest nominal inside diameter of
the part.
 VCR Metal Gasket Face Seal Fittings 16

Bodies
F F1

E E1
B
C
H Bulkhead Connector

Dimensions Working Pressure

VCR
Tube Size Ordering F F1 Panel Max Panel
Size in. Number B C E E1 Flat Flat H Hole Size Thickness Ni SS Cu
Dimensions, in. (mm) psig (bar)
3/8 1/4 0.75 1.30 0.31 0.25 3/4
316L-4-HVCR-61-6TB7 (19.1) (33.0) 3/4 2.36 19/32 0.44 3300 3300 3300
(7.9) (6.4) (59.9) (227) (227) (227)

F Union Elbow
E Dimensions Working Pressure
VCR
Size Ordering F
in. Number B E Flat Ni SS Cu
Dimensions, in. (mm) psig (bar)
1/4 SS-4-HVCR-9 1.07 0.25 1/2 8000 10 000 6400
(27.2) (6.4) (551) (689) (440)
B

Union Tee
F
Dimensions Working Pressure
VCR
E Size Ordering F
in. Number B E H Flat Ni SS Cu
Dimensions, in. (mm) psig (bar)
B
1/4 SS-4-HVCR-T 1.07 0.25 2.14 1/2 8000 10 000 6400
(27.2) (6.4) (54.4) (551) (689) (440)
B
H

Nuts Female
Leak test Dimensions
ports F VCR
Size Ordering F
in. Number Flat H Tx
Tx Dimensions, in. (mm)
1/4 SS-4-HVCR-1SR 3/4 0.81 0.39
(20.6) (9.9)
H

Male
F
Dimensions
VCR
Size Ordering F
Tx in. Number Flat H Tx
Dimensions, in. (mm)
H 1/4 SS-4-HVCR-4SR 5/8 0.71 0.39
(18.0) (9.9)
17 VCR Metal Gasket Face Seal Fittings

Lock and Tag Devices

These devices help prevent unintentional disassembly of VCR connections. Additionally, both devices include a wire
hole to allow for a tag to support identification and quality verification programs.

Fitting Lock Device Fitting Lock Device for Valve

This device is intended for use on Swagelok VCR This device is intended for use on Swagelok
metal gasket face seal assemblies with standard valves with integrally machined male VCR
male and female nuts. metal gasket face seal end connections.

Ordering Ordering
Size Number Size Number
1/4 in. SS-4-VCR-FLC 1/4 in. SS-4-VCR-VLC

1/2 in. SS-8-VCR-FLC 1/2 in. SS-8-VCR-VLC

VCR Split-Nut Installation Instructions

Male Female

3
3
VCR® Fitting Installation Instructions

GTAW

3 7 Finger-tight

GTAW

SS
5a
8 45°
Ni

90° Cu

5b 5c

Safe Product Selection Caution: Do not mix or interchange parts with those of
When selecting a product, the total system design must other manufacturers.
be considered to ensure safe, trouble-free performance.
Function, material compatibility, adequate ratings, Split-Nut, Swagelok, VCR—TM Swagelok Company
© 2002 Swagelok Company
proper installation, operation, and maintenance are the Printed in U.S.A., MI
responsibilities of the system designer and user. September 2002, R4
MS-01-24