Camlock Coupling
A cam and groove coupling, also called a camlock fitting, is a form of hose coupling. This kind of coupling is popular because it is a simple and reliable means of connecting and disconnecting hoses quickly and without tools.
Generally speaking, the most common types of cam and groove coupling are follow type:
TYPE A: adapter (male end) with female thread, e.g. BSP or NPT
TYPE B: coupler (female end) with male thread, e.g. BSP or NPT
TYPE C: coupler with shank (hose barb)
TYPE D: coupler with female thread
TYPE E: adapter with shank
TYPE F: adapter with male thread[3]
TYPE DC: Dust Caps (DC) can be used with type A, E and F adapters to seal the end of the connection.
TYPE DP: Type DP- Dust Plug Stainless Steel
Apart from these basic types, the hose/pipe connection side of a cam and groove coupler can be of various other types such as with a flange, for butt welding to a container, for truck use with a sight glass, etc.
