Cole-Parmer Reduction Coupler with 3/8 in. ID x 1/4 in. ID Pack of 10 Fittings

Description

Cole-Parmer Cleanroom Hose Barb Straight Reducer – 3/8 in. ID x 1/4 in. ID, Animal-Derivative-Free Polypropylene, Pack of 10 (MPN: EW-50109-17)

The Cole-Parmer EW-50109-17 (also cataloged as 50109-17) is an automation-grade, straight barbed reduction coupler precision-molded and cleanroom-packed for high-purity single-use fluidics, bioprocessing loops, and analytical instrumentation lines. Formulated from premium, translucent animal-derivative-free polypropylene (ADCF PP), this adapter facilitates a seamless, secure connection between two different hose sizes: a larger 3/8-inch inner diameter (ID) line down to a smaller 1/4-inch ID line. Manufactured, double-bagged, and sealed inside a certified ISO Class 7 cleanroom to minimize ambient particulate contamination, this component delivers excellent mechanical strength and resistance to mineral acids, bases, and general laboratory solvents.

Technical Performance and Design

• ISO Class 7 Cleanroom Processed: Molded, verified, and double-bagged within a HEPA-filtered ISO Class 7 cleanroom matrix environment. This limits particulate levels to meet single-use biopharma regulatory compliance metrics.

• Animal-Derivative-Free Polypropylene: Engineered from ultra-pure, translucent ADCF polypropylene. This material minimizes leachables and extractables while eliminating cross-contamination concerns tied to animal-derived materials in biologic lines.

• High-Security Single-Barb Joint: Each end features a precision-molded single barb shoulder. This profile creates a high-friction, airtight mechanical bite inside flexible polymer tubing, lowering necessary insertion force while providing excellent hold down low-pressure levels.

• Broad Chemical & Purity Compliance: Offers outstanding chemical tolerance to wide inorganic matrices, strong acids, bases, and water. Fully PVC-free, phthalate-free, and compliant with standard FDA 21 CFR 177.1520 and RoHS requirements.

Product Specifications

• Catalog Number / MPN: EW-50109-17 (Cross-listed as 50109-17)

• Manufacturer / Brand: Cole-Parmer®

• Fitting Configuration: Straight Reducer Coupling (Hose Barb to Hose Barb)

• Port 1 Tubing Connection: 3/8 in. Inner Diameter (ID)

• Port 2 Tubing Connection: 1/4 in. Inner Diameter (ID)

• Material Composition: Translucent Animal-Derivative-Free Polypropylene (ADCF PP)

• Sterility Status: Non-Sterile (Cleanroom Packed, Radiation-Stable Profile)

• Operating Temperature Horizon: -23°C to 66°C (-9°F to 150°F)

Key Benefits & Applications

• Bioprocessing & Single-Use Tubing Kits: The benchmark selection for cleanroom assembly lines constructing customized single-use single manifold networks, media transfer sets, or sampling kits.

• Peristaltic Pump Adaptations: Effortlessly matches larger bulk fluid storage fluid supply lines down to compact peristaltic pump head tubing sizing frameworks.

• Tool-Free Laboratory Setup: Allows for swift, hand-tightened operational changes at the bench without requiring heavy tools, inline thread seals, or mechanical hose fasteners under standard low-pressure parameters.

• Pharmaceutical & Diagnostics Manufacturing: Completely free of DEHP, phthalates, and PVC elements, guarding reactive enzymatic products, target assays, and sensitive drug compounding matrices from extractable trace contaminants.

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