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“BEYOND THREADED CONNECTORS

Threaded connections have limitations. We know because Gates makes them, and we make them well. One limitation is the time it takes to torque a connection into place. Another is the equipment and skill required to do so properly. A third is the lack of any visual indication that the correct amount of torque has been applied. The inherent lack of complete control over this process can lead to high re-work time and cost, along with leaks and costly warranty claims.

Leak-Free Design

In a relentless drive to eliminate leaks, Gates engineers studied competitive designs, examining the sealing interface between port, adapter and assembly and identifying potential leak paths. Result: the Quick-Lok family of couplings, incorporating a patented, leak-free design that's suited for a wide range of applications, from high pressure to low pressure.

Tried and Tested

Quick-Lok connectors have undergone rigorous testing under actual and simulated field conditions to confirm their strength and sealing ability. The Quick-Lok coupling family has been proven to stand up to impulse loads, side loads, flex conditions, vibration, temperature extremes and vacuum conditions. It has been designed to provide positive tactile feedback that a connection has been made, without causing any strain to the installer.

Lowering Total Cost of Ownership

Threadless connectors have developed a reputation as expensive, niche products for limited applications. Gates has changed all that with the introduction of Quick-Lok assemblies, which will replace threaded couplings in a wide range of applications. Our analyses have shown that by reducing installation costs and warranty costs, a Quick-Lok assembly solution can dramatically lower total OEM cost of ownership over a comparable threaded assembly.