Chemiquip 1/2" NPT male by 1/2" NPT Male

Chemiquip pressure snubber model 50 Chemiquip porous element pressure snubbers, are used for protecting measurement instruments from sudden pressure increases or fluctuations. This enables sensing instruments to provide consistent readings, while extending product service life. An ideal solution for satisfying applications with challenging requirements. Max pressure rating up to 20,000 psi.

Material: Housing available in Brass, SS 303, SS 316, and Monel.


1/2" NPT Male x 1/2" NPT Female

Chemiquip pressure snubber model 50

Recommended Porosities for Chemiquip Snubbers

Type of Service Porosity Designation Approx. Micron rating
Highly Viscous Fluids (over 500 S.S.U.) C 75
Oil (225 S.S.U. to 500 S.S.U.) D 40-45
Water and Light Oils (30 to 225 S.S.U.) E 10
Vapor and Low Viscosity Fluids (under 30 S.S.U.) F 7
Air or other Gases G 2-5
Pulsating Gas HX 1
Extreme Gas Pulsation HXX 0.5

Maximum Pressure Ratings (psi) for Chemiquip Snubbers

Size (Ports) 1-1/8" NPTF 1-1/4" NPTF 1-1/2" NPTF
Brass 3,000 10,000 10,000
Stainless Steel 5,000 15,000 15,000
Monel - 15,000 15,000
Aluminum 3,000 - -
316 Stainless Steel 5,000 15,000 15,000