SPECTITE

Pressure and vacuum sealed feedthroughs

for sensors, probes, electrodes and wires

Spectite® sealed feedthroughs are essential

when probes, sensors, electrodes, wires and
other types of static elements need to be
sealed as they pass through a pressure or
environmental boundary.
 Sealed feedthrough assemblies for pressure and vacuum applications

Sealed feedthroughs, sometimes called sealing glands, are used to

seal elements under the most arduous conditions and have many
applications in a wide variety of industries:

Process plant Pharmaceutical

Power generation Glass production
Vacuum equipment Semiconductor fabrication
Petro-chem Energy distribution

They inhibit the leakage of gases or other media and restrain the
elements from moving in the assembly because of differential
pressure. In some assemblies, elements are also electrically isolated
from the feedthrough body and from each other.

The feedthroughs are made from stainless steel and are designed for
mounting on to a process vessel or enclosure. Versions can be
specified to seal on both single and multiple elements of different
types and sizes.

The cap nut is tightened to a suitable torque value so as to compress

an internal sealant to meet particular process conditions. The sealant
provides an efficient pressure seal on the elements without damaging
them. At the same time it restrains them from moving. Epoxy sealing
is not used.
SPECTITE ®
pressure and vacuum sealed feedthroughs Details of the complete range of Spectite® feedthrough assemblies
can be found in this catalog.

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Contents
SPECTITE
Page

Series PF
for single probes, sensors, tubes and other similar
elements. 6
Series MF
for multiple probes etc.
7
Series PSF and MSF
for probes etc., but with split internal components.
8
Series WF
for multiple, bare or insulated wires and small
diameter sensors. 9
Series EF
with integral high current electrodes.
10
Series HF
high density, insulated wire, sealed tubes for
mounting in Spectite® feedthroughs. 11
General specifications, materials data
on the complete range of Spectite® fittings.
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SPECTITE ®
pressure and vacuum sealed feedthroughs
Spectite Inc
PO Box 917
Hillside, IL 60162
Toll Free: 877 248 0777
Fax: 708 449 4445
Email: [email protected]
Web: www.spectite.com
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SPECTITE
Guide to the selection of feedthroughs and ordering

Is the feedthrough The following questions need to be answered before the selection
 to carry probes,
sensors, tubes or
of a suitable feedthrough can be determined:
What is to be sealed on? What are the element types?
similar elements? Quantity of elements, material, function and size. If carrying electrical
conductors, the voltage and current ratings should be ascertained.

What are the application conditions?
Pressure, vacuum and temperature conditions and the media to be
sealed against should be determined.
What are the mounting arrangements for the feedthough?


Is the feedthrough Is the feedthrough A check of available process connections on site needs to be made
to carry a single to carry multiple and consideration given to removal and replacement of elements.
Are there any special application conditions that may affect the choice
element only? elements? of feedthrough or sealant material?


Is electrical isolation Series MSF
Series PF Series MF See page 8
between the
See page 6 See page 7 (if split internal
elements required?
components needed)

Series PSF Once the series of feedthrough has been decided, it is necessary to
Series WFP select the size of assembly needed. The diameter of the element(s)
See page 8
See page 9 or wire size, the pressure conditions and the available, or preferred,
(if split internal mounting arrangements will determine the size of feedthrough body
components needed)
and hence the process connection.
It will be seen that both the number of elements required to pass
through a feedthrough and the pressure ratings for each size of
element may also influence the choice of body size. Exceptionally,
for series EF feedthroughs, the current rating required, as
determined by the diameter and material of the electrode, will
Is the feedthrough
to carry electrical  Contact us
to discuss your
decide the size of feedthrough.
Specifiers should refer to the dimensional drawings for each series
conductors? application of feedthrough.

Low voltage bare wires
e.g. uninsulated  Insulated thermocouple
or Kapton® insulated  High voltage or
high current  Contact us
to discuss your
thermocouples? power wires? conductors? application

Series WFR Series WFS Series EF

See page 9 See page 9 See page 10

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SPECTITE
Sealants
The key factors in each application - temperature, pressure and process media - determine the choice of material for the internal sealant
in all feedthroughs.

Sealant Operating temperature

Color Example Material definition and properties
Material range

-328˚F to +1,020˚F Graphite 98% purity. Impermeable to gases and liquids. Resistant to most
Graftite™ Grey / Black (-200˚C to +550˚C) media, not 'wetted' by molten metals or salts. Asbestos-free. No aging
to +1,600˚F (+870˚C) in a reducing atmosphere or embrittlement. Good resistance to thermal shock. Not re-usable.

-40˚F to +195˚F Synthetic rubber based on polychloroprene. The elastic properties of the
Neoprene Green (-40˚C to +90˚C) polymer are enhanced by vulcanization. It is much more resistant to heat,
light, oxidation, and petroleum than ordinary rubber. Re-usable.

-328˚F to 1,600˚F Natural Magnesium Silicate (Soapstone, Steatite or Rock Talc). Crushes to
Lava Grey stone (-200˚C to +870˚C) a powder when compressed. Porous to light gases and moisture.
Hygroscopic. Not suitable for most vacuum applications. Not re-usable.

Polytetrafluoroethylene. FDA approved grade to Title 21 -CFR 17. 1550 and

-328˚F to 480˚F is approved to US Pharmacopoeia Class VI. Has smooth, non-wetting,
Teflon® White (-200˚C to +250˚C) hydrophobic surfaces that resist biofilm buildup and the lowest coefficient of
friction of any solid material. Low thermal transfer. Re-usable.

-40˚F to 435˚F Fluoroelastomer. Resists hydrocarbons, corrosive chemicals and petroleum.

Viton® Brown (-40˚C to +225˚C) Solvent, acid and base resistant. Low permeation rate. Mechanically robust
intermittently to 545˚F (225˚C) at high temperatures. Re-usable.

Other sealant materials may be specified, usually for the individual special requirements of particular applications. Please contact Spectite Inc. for assistance.

Pressure ratings There are two types of cap. The more popular Type A cap with the
The pressure and temperature ratings and typical leak rates quoted internal mounting thread or the type B cap with an external
are given for guidance only. Pressure tests have been undertaken at mounting thread. The external mounting thread is always the same
68°F (20°C) using elements appropriate to the feedthrough under size as the process connection thread.
test, i.e., Mineral insulated cable in probe feedthroughs, bare or
insulated wire in wire feedthroughs, etc. Ratings vary with Order code arrangements for feedthroughs for multiple wires and
temperature and sealant used. With an increase in temperature, a with integral electrodes include additional parameters. Further
reduction in the maximum pressure rating can be expected. Contact details are given in the order code information for each series.
Spectite Inc. for further details. The NPT mounting thread pressure For assistance with specifying and ordering Spectite® feedthrough
rating is the same or is higher than the feedthrough pressure rating. assemblies, particularly where there are high temperatures, high
Spectite® feedthroughs from Spectite Inc. have been designed to pressures or difficult application environments, contact Spectite Inc.
provide an efficient seal on the elements and restrain them from
moving under pressure and vacuum. It is good installation practice Replacement parts and thread lubricant
to provide additional, mechanical restraint to the elements when Sealants and other internal components for Spectite® feedthrough
differential pressure exceeds 50% of the feedthrough pressure assemblies are available as replacement parts. To specify the
rating at 68°F (20°C). (Not applicable to series EF feedthroughs with component needed, prefix the order code of the feedthrough
integral electrodes). Consult Spectite Inc. for further guidance on assembly for which the part is required by: RS for a replacement
pressure ratings. sealant; RP for a set of internal components, (i) for series MF
feedthroughs comprising follower, sealant and seat, or (ii) for series
Feedthroughs with Graftite, Neoprene, Teflon and Viton sealants are
WF feedthroughs comprising two internal insulators and sealant; RI
suitable for vacuum applications to 5 x 10-6 torr (6.67 x 10-4 Pa or 6.67
x 10-6 mbar). Lava sealants are not suitable for vacuum applications. for a pair of insulators for series EF feedthroughs; RE for a
replacement electrode (with nuts and washers) for series EF.
Leak rates A lubricant is applied to feedthrough bodies, followers and caps
A typical leak rate for Spectite® feedthrough assemblies with
during assembly in our factory. It helps to prevent these component
Graftite, Neoprene, Teflon and Viton sealants is better than or equal
parts from binding and minimizes friction between mating surfaces.
to 1 x 10-6 scc/sec. under 1 Atm. He @ 68°F (20°C). (1 Atm. = 9.87
Each time a feedthrough assembly is opened so that elements or
x 104 Pa or 987.2 mbar).
sealants can be replaced or elements adjusted, re-application of
Ordering information lubricant is recommended. Speclube Lubricant is available from
Feedthrough and sealed tube assemblies are specified for ordering Spectite Inc. in handy 1/4 ounce bottles with applicator brushes.
by a simple composite description that includes the type of Order as Speclube Thread Lubricant.
feedthrough, the size of the feedthrough body (defined by the size of
the process connection), the size of the element(s) to pass through
the feedthrough, the number of elements (not applicable to PF &
PSF for single elements), the sealant material, and the sealant
material.

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SPECTITE Order Code example:

PF ¼” NPT 0.250” T A
Series PF Feedthroughs
Feedthrough type Process Element Sealant Cap Style
for single elements Connection Diameter
These feedthroughs are designed for sealing PF - Single element G - Graftite™ A - Mounting thread
single elements, usually sensors, probes or sealed feedthrough L - Lava only
tubes, where they penetrate a pressure or N - Neoprene 1
B - Cap End is also
environmental boundary. T - Teflon® threaded
Common applications include sealing V - Viton®
sheathed thermocouples and resistance
thermometers, small-bore tubes and other Process Connection
types of sensor where they enter a process Series NPT (see back cover for other thread types) 2
enclosure.
PF 1/16" 1/8" 1/4" 1/2" 3/4"
Series PF feedthroughs seal elements from Sealants L T G L N T V G L N T V G L N T V G L T V
0.020” to 0.75”. There are five body sizes Element sizes (dia)4 The highlighted areas indicate the available element sizes for each feedthrough body size.
having 1/16”, 1/8”, 1/4”, 1/2” and 3/4” process The maximum pressure rating (in psi) is shown for each sealant material according to element size. 3
(ins.) mm
connections with NPT threads. Contact us for
0.020 0.5
other thread type availability.
0.032 0.8 2,900 5,000 2,900 5,000

Spectite® feedthroughs are designed for ease 0.040 1.0 8,000 6,500 8,000

of assembly and installation. Elements can be 0.059 1.5

2,000 7,200 2,000 7,200
8,000 10,000 7,200
adjusted, removed and replaced when not 0.062 1.59
under pressure or vacuum conditions. 0.080 2.0
6,500 1,400
0.118 3.0 5,800 5,000 10,000 8,000 3,600
0.125 3.2 6,500 1,400 8,000 10,000 10,000
0.177 4.5 8,000 2,900 8,000
5,000 3,600 8,000 2,900
0.187 4.76
6,500
0.236 6.0 8,000 10,000
6,500 2,000 8,000 8,000 5,800
0.250 6.35
0.312 8.0 1,400
4,300 2,000 6,500
0.375 9.5 5,000 3,600
0.393 10.0 2,900 1,400 5,000 5,800
0.472 12.0
4,300 2,900
0.500 12.7
1,000
0.625 15.8
2,900 4,300 2,000
0.750 19.05

1 Neoprene sealants are not available for feedthroughs with 3/4” process connection
2 Other types of process connections are available, see back cover
3 The pressure ratings shown for each type of sealant are qualified at 68°F (20°C). With an increase in temperature, a reduction in the maximum
pressure rating can be expected. Contact Spectite Inc. for further details.
4 The element diameters shown are the common sizes that are routinely demanded by customers for general industrial applications.
 Seal on probes, sensors, small-bore Any size of element can be accommodated between the minimum and maximum element diameters shown for each size of feedthrough.
tubes and other similar elements Blank (undrilled) sealants are also available for series PF feedthroughs. When a blank sealant is required, the word ‘Blank’ should be inserted in
the order code instead of an element diameter. Feedthroughs with blank sealants are not pressure rated.

 Immersion length of the element

can be easily adjusted Dimensions
 Five sizes of feedthrough assemblies

 Designed for easy installation of

single elements 0.020” to 0.75”
diameter E

 Pressure range: D
A
C
Vacuum to 10,000 psi * B

 Temperature range:
Process Overall length Overall length Body Cap Body to
-328°F to +1,600°F * Connection with plain cap with cap with hex. hex. process end
extension thread
 Stainless steel body (316L),
Dim A Dim B Dim C Dim D Dim E
internal metal components & cap
1/16" 1.102" - 0.315" 0.374" 0.354"
 Choice of five sealant materials 1/8" 1.279" - 0.512" 0.512" 0.374"
1/4" 2.047" 2.618" 0.748" 0.748" 0.571"
 Reusable fitting – internal 1/2" 2.657" 3.444" 1.000" 1.000" 0.787"
components replaceable
3/4" 3.386" 4.173" 1.259" 1.496" 0.787"
All dimensions in inches.
For further information on cap styles, see page 5 under ‘ordering information’ and the back cover of this catalog.

* dependent on sealant and fitting selected

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Order Code example:
MF ½" NPT 0.062" 8 T A
SPECTITE
Series MF Feedthroughs
Feedthrough type Process Element No. of Sealant Cap Style
Connection Diameter elements for multiple elements
MF - Multi element G -Graftite™ A - Mounting thread A single access port into an enclosure or
sealed feedthrough L -Lava only process vessel is all that is needed to allow
1
N -Neoprene B - Cap End is also multiple probes, sensors, etc., to pass through
T -Teflon® threaded an environmental or pressure boundary using
V -Viton® a single feedthrough assembly.
Series MF feedthroughs can seal multiple
Process Connection elements within a single assembly including
Series NPT (see back cover for other thread types) 2
typically up to 40 x 0.040” dia., up to 12 x
MF 0.125” or up to 4 x 0.250”. Please refer to the
1/8" 4 1/4" 1/2" 3/4" table for further details of feedthrough
Pressure ratings for each
type of sealant (in psi)3
Pressure ratings for each
type of sealant (in psi)3
Pressure ratings for each
type of sealant (in psi)3
Pressure ratings for each
type of sealant (in psi)3
capacity and sizes of elements.

No. of No. of No. of No. of There are four body sizes having 1/8”, 1/4”,
Sealants elements G L N T V elements G L N T V elements G L N T V elements G L T V 1/2” and 3/4” process connections with NPT
Element
sizes (dia) The highlighted areas indicate the available element sizes for each feedthrough body size. threads. Contact us for other thread type
availability.
(ins.) mm
0.020 0.5
5,800 5,800 3,600 3,600 Spectite® feedthroughs are designed for ease
0.032 0.8 of assembly and installation. Elements can be
2, 4 5,800 5,800 3,600 3,600 3,600 4, 8 3,600 4, 6
8, 12
16, 20
adjusted, removed and replaced when not
0.040 1.0 4,300 8, 12
24,28
4,300 under pressure or vacuum conditions.
16
5,800 3,600 6,500 32, 40 5,800
0.059 1.5 8,000 10,000 7,200 8, 12
2, 3 4, 8
2,900 10,000 10,000 16, 20 8,000
0.062 1.59 4, 5 12
24, 28
4,300 3,600
0.118 3.0 4, 8 8,000
2 2,100 2, 4 5,000 2,900 5,000 5,000
0.125 3.2 12

0.177 4.5 2 4,300 2,100 3,600

0.187 4.76
2, 4 5,000 2,100 5,800
0.236 6.0
0.250 6.35

1 Neoprene sealants are not available for feedthroughs with 3/4” process connection
2 Other types of process connections are available, see back cover
3 The pressure ratings shown for each type of sealant are qualified at 68°F (20°C). With an increase in temperature, a reduction in the maximum
pressure rating can be expected. Contact Spectite Inc. for further details.
4 Our 1/8” range utilizes ceramic internal parts instead of metal.

Dimensions
 Saves time and costs by allowing
multiple sensors to pass through
one feedthrough

 Immersion length of each element

can be easily adjusted
E

A  Four sizes of sealed feedthroughs

D C
B for probes, sensors, etc.

 Designed for carrying multiple

elements 0.020” to 0.250” diameter
Process Overall length Overall length Body Cap Body to
Connection with plain cap with cap with hex. hex. process end
extension thread  Suitable for a mixture of sizes and
types of elements
Dim A Dim B Dim C Dim D Dim E
1/8" 1.377" - 0.591" 0.591" 0.472"  Pressure range:
1/4" 2.047" 2.618" 0.748" 0.748" 0.571" Vacuum to 10,000 psi *
1/2" 2.657" 3.444" 1.000" 1.000" 0.787"
3/4" 3.386" 4.173" 1.259" 1.496" 0.787"
 Temperature range:
-328°F to +1,600°F *
All dimensions in inches.
The dimensions shown in the table above apply to Series MF, PSF and MSF feedthroughs.
For further information on cap styles, see page 5 under ‘ordering information’ and the back cover of this catalog.  Stainless steel body (316L), internal
metal components and cap

 Choice of five sealant materials

 Reusable

* dependent on sealant and fitting selected

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SPECTITE Order Code example:

PSF ¼" NPT 0.250" N A
Series PSF and MSF OR

For single and multiple elements MSF ½" NPT 0.062" 8 N A

Series PSF (single element) and MSF (multiple Feedthrough type Process Element No. of Sealant Cap Style
elements) feedthroughs are similar to series Connection Diameter elements
MF feedthroughs, but have split internal G -Graftite™ A - Mounting thread
components.
PSF - Single element L -Lava only
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This permits elements, that have a larger sealed feedthrough N -Neoprene B - Cap End is also
diameter section other than at the sealing T -Teflon® threaded
point and can pass through the feedthrough MSF - Multiple element V -Viton®
body but not through the internal sealed feedthrough
components, to be installed easily. Examples
are probes with connectors or sensors with Process Connection
potting adaptors. Series PSF NPT (see back cover for other thread types) 2
Single element
There are three body sizes having 1/4”, 1/2” 1/4" 1/2" 3/4"
and 3/4” NPT process connections. Other Sealants G L N T V G L N T V G L T V
process threads are also available, see back Element sizes (dia) The highlighted areas indicate the available element sizes for each feedthrough body size.
cover. (ins.) mm The maximum pressure rating (in psi) is shown for each sealant material according to element size. 3

0.040 1.0
Spectite® feedthroughs are designed for ease 0.059 1.5 8,000 10,000 7,200
of assembly and installation. Elements can be 0.062 1.59
adjusted, removed and replaced when not
0.080 2.0
under pressure or vacuum conditions.
0.118 3.0 10,000 8,000 3,600
0.125 3.2 10,000
10,000
0.177 4.5
8,000 2,900 8,000 2,900 8,000
0.187 4.76
6,500 8,000 10,000
0.236 6.0
6,500 2,100 8,000 7,200 5,800
0.250 6.35
0.312 8.0 1,400
4,300 2,100 6,500
0.375 9.5 5,000 3,600
0.393 10.0 2,900 1,400 5,000 5,800
0.472 12.0
4,300 1,000 2,900
0.500 12.7

Process Connection
Series MSF NPT (see back cover for other thread types) 2
Multiple elements
1/4" 1/2" 3/4"
Pressure ratings for each Pressure ratings for each Pressure ratings for each
type of sealant (in psi)3 type of sealant (in psi)3 type of sealant (in psi)3
 Individual elements can be replaced
No. of No. of No. of
without complete disassembly Sealants elements G L N T V elements G L N T V elements G L T V
Element sizes (dia)
 Internal components – follower, (ins.) mm
The highlighted areas indicate the available element sizes for each feedthrough body size.

sealant and seat are split to allow 2, 4

easy installation of elements with 0.040 1.0 3,600 4,300 2, 3
4, 5
6, 8 4,300
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fitted connectors or large diameter
2, 3 5,800 3,600 6,500 5,800
sections 0.059 1.5 8,000 10,000 7,200 2, 3
2,900 2, 4 10,000 10,000 4, 5 8,000

 Designed to carry single elements 0.062 1.59 4,300

6, 7
8,000
3,600

0.040” to 0.5” diameter and multiple 0.118 3.0

2 2,100 5,000 2,900 5,000 2, 4 5,000
elements from 0.040” to 0.250” 0.125 3.2
2
diameter 0.177 4.5 4,300 2,100 3,600
2, 3
0.187 4.76
5,000 2,100 5,800
 Pressure range: 0.236 6.0
2
Vacuum to 10,000 psi * 0.250 6.35

1 Neoprene sealants are not available for feedthroughs with 3/4” process connection
 Temperature range: 2 Other types of process connections are available, see back cover
-328°F to +1,600°F * 3 The pressure ratings shown for each type of sealant are qualified at 68°F (20°C). With an increase in temperature, a reduction in
the maximum pressure rating can be expected. Contact Spectite Inc. for further details.
 Stainless steel body (316L), internal
metal components and cap Dimensions
 Immersion length of each element See dimensions and diagrams on Page 7 (as series MF).
can be easily adjusted

 Reusable fitting – internal

components are easily replaceable

* dependent on sealant and fitting selected

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Order Code examples:
WFS ¼" NPT 24K¶ 4 V A
SPECTITE
OR Series WF
WFR ¾" NPT 14AWG 12 T A For multiple wires & probes
OR
When multiple wires must pass through a
WFP ½" NPT 0.040" 8 L A pressure boundary, series WF feedthroughs
can provide an efficient seal without recourse
Feedthrough type Process Element No. of Sealant Cap Style to epoxies or other non-adjustable fixture
Connection Size elements methods.
G -Graftite™ 1 A - Mounting thread
WFS - for Kapton® insulated wires L -Lava only Assemblies may be specified according to the
N -Neoprene 2 B - Cap End is also type of element required to pass through the
WFR - for multiple bare wires feedthrough and are suitable for up to 12 bare
T -Teflon® threaded
WFP - for isolated multiple probes V -Viton® or insulated wires - sizes from 24 to 8 AWG.

Insulators within WF feedthroughs protect

Process Connection
Series bare wires and provide additional isolation for
NPT (see back cover for other thread types)3 Kapton® insulated power wires. They are rated
WFS
Kapton®
insulated wires
1/8" 1/4" 1/2" 3/4" max. 55A @ 600Vdc/850Vac. Feedthroughs
Sealants
No. of
elements L N T V
No. of
elements G L N T V No. of
elements G L N T V
No. of
elements G L T V with power wires can be supplied as complete
wire size The highlighted areas indicate the available element sizes for each feedthrough body size.
assemblies, ready for installation, with wires
The maximum pressure rating (in psi) is shown for each sealant material according to element size. 4 cut to specified lengths.
AWG
24 Cu or T/C 2, 4 10,000 10,000 5,000 10,000 2, 4 8,000 10,000 3,600 4,300 7,200
WF feedthroughs can also accommodate up
20 Cu or T/C to 12 small diameter sensor elements that
18 Cu 6, 8
2, 4 10,000 10,000 5,800 3,600 6,500
12
must be electrically isolated from each other.
16 Cu 8,000 8,000 3,600 5,000
10 Cu 2, 4
8 Cu 3

¶ Series WFS feedthroughs are supplied with Kapton® insulated copper or thermocouple-material wire to specified lengths, if required. The wires are
fitted in the feedthrough, both ends of each wire, or Thermocouple pair, are identified with numbered markers and the feedthrough is torqued ready
for installation.

Current ratings for Kapton® insulated copper wire:

Wire size (AWG) 24 20 18 16 10 8

Max. current rating (A) at 450˚F (230˚C) 600V ac / 850V dc max. 5 9 13 17 40 55

To specify the wire length, add (Y in. / Z in.) to the order code after the type of sealant specified. Y in. is the length of wire required on the cap side of
the feedthrough. Z in. is the length of wire required on the process side of the feedthrough. Both dimensions to the nearest inch.

Example: WFS - 3/4” NPT - 20Cu - 12 - T (48” / 72”).

If this information is omitted from the order code, feedthroughs will be supplied untorqued without wires.
When constructing the order code for the number of wires, it is essential to verify that the total number of wires specified equals Series WFS shown
the possible number of wires for the size of feedthrough required, remembering that each thermocouple material pair is two wires.
e.g., WFS - 1/4” NPT - 24K - 4 - V (etc.) calls for two pairs (4 wires) 24AWG type K thermocouple material wire.  Seal on Kapton® insulated copper or
Series WFS assemblies can also be made with a combination of single copper wires and thermocouple pairs. Contact Spectite Inc. for further details.
thermocouple wires – type WFS

 Seal on bare wires carrying

Process Connection
Series Series instrumentation voltages – type WFR
NPT (see back cover for other thread types) 3
WFR WFP
Bare wires Multiple sensors 1/8" 1/4" 1/2" 3/4"  Seal on small sheathed sensors,
No. of No. of No. of No. of
Sealants elements L N T V elements L N T V elements L N T V elements L T V max. 0.125” dia. – type WFP
Wire size Element sizes The highlighted areas indicate the available element sizes for each feedthrough body size.
(AWG) dia (in)
The maximum pressure rating (in psi) is shown for each sealant material according to element size. 4
 Pressure range:
24 0.118" Vacuum to 10,000psi *
20 0.032"
2, 4 10,000 10,000 5,000 10,000 2, 4 10,000 3,600 4,300 7,200
18 0.040"
2, 3
4, 6
 Temperature range:
8 10,000 5,800 3,600 6,500 -328°F to +1,600°F *
14 0.062" 2, 4 6,8,12

8
0.118"
2, 4
8,000 3,600 5,000  Stainless steel body (316L), cap,
0.125" internal follower and seat
1 GraftiteTM sealants are not available for all WFR and WFP feedthroughs, also WFS feedthroughs with 1/8” process connection.
2 Neoprene sealants are not available for feedthroughs with 3/4” process connection  Choice of sealant materials
3 Other types of process connections are available, see back cover
4 The pressure ratings shown for each type of sealant are qualified at 68°F (20°C). With an increase in temperature, a reduction in the
maximum pressure rating can be expected. Contact Spectite Inc. for further details.
 Individual wires can be replaced
without complete disassembly
See page 11 for dimensions.

 Reusable fitting – sealant and

internal components replaceable

* dependent on sealant and fitting selected

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SPECTITE Order Code example:

EF ½" NPT Cu L A
Series EF
Feedthrough type Process Electrode Sealant Cap Style
High voltage/current electrode
Connection
The electrode mounted in these feedthroughs EF - Sealed feedthrough Copper (Cu) L -Lava A - Mounting thread
enables high voltage / current supplies in with integral electrode T -Teflon® only
Stainless
process enclosures, autoclaves, vacuum B - Cap End is also
Steel (SS) V -Viton®
furnaces and reactor vessels to power
heaters, electric motors and other devices threaded
needing high power supply.

Feedthroughs are available with three sizes of

Process Connection
copper electrodes rated 40A, 100A & 200A at
2kV max. Stainless steel conductors, that have
Series EF NPT (see back cover for other thread types) 1
Max. voltage rating 2KV
a lower current rating than copper electrodes, 1/4" 1/2" 3/4"
can be specified instead of copper. These are
often used when temperatures exceed 720°F Sealants L T V L T V L T V
(380°C). Nickel conductors may also be Electrode materials Electrode dia. The maximum pressure rating (in psi) is shown for each sealant material.3
specified to special order. and current ratings 2 (in)

Series EF feedthroughs are usually supplied Cu 40A

0.125 8,500 5,000 8,000
pre-torqued for immediate installation. Integral SS 10A
insulators are Alumina. Cu 100A
0.250 6,500 2,100 5,800
SS 15A
Cu 200A
0.500 2,900 2,100 2,100
SS 30A
1 Other types of process connections are available, see back cover
2 Series EF feedthroughs may also be specified with Nickel electrodes
3 The pressure ratings shown for each type of sealant are qualified at 68°F (20°C). With an increase in temperature, a
reduction in the maximum pressure rating can be expected. Contact Spectite Inc. for further details.

Dimensions

J
F
H K
B D
E
C
 Copper or Stainless steel electrodes A

G
 Three sizes of feedthrough
assemblies

 Rated for use at 2KV at up to 200A Process Length over Overall length Overall length Body Cap Body to
Connection insulators of body and of body and hex. hex. process
 Pressure range: (both types
of cap)
plain cap cap with
ext'n thread
end
Vacuum to 8,500 psi *
Dim A Dim B Dim C Dim D Dim E Dim F
 Temperature range: 1/4" 3.700" 2.050" 2.618" 0.748" 0.748" 0.571"
Cu electrode: -328°F to +720°F * 1/2" 5.197" 2.657" 3.445" 1.000" 1.000" 0.787"
SS electrode: -328°F to +1,600°F * 3/4" 6.378" 3.386" 4.173" 1.260" 1.496" 0.787"

 Stainless steel body (316L), internal Overall length Exposed length Exposed length Exposed length
of electrode of insulator of insulator of insulator
follower and cap; Alumina insulators (cap side - plain cap) (cap side - cap (process side)
with ext'n thread)
 Choice of 3 sealant materials Dim G Dim H Dim J Dim K
1/4" 4.921" 1.122" 0.551" 0.531"
 Maintainable - sealants replaceable 1/2" 6.496" 1.476" 0.689" 1.063"
3/4" 8.465" 1.693" 0.906" 1.299"
 Electrodes pre-installed in
All dimensions in inches.
feedthrough and torqued ready for For further information on cap styles, see page 5 under ‘ordering information’ and the back cover of this catalog.
installation

* dependent on the sealant selected

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Order Code example:
HF2 24 Cu 48"/96" A
SPECTITE
OR Series HF
HF1 12 K 72"/144" A High density, insulated wire, sealed
2
tube assemblies
Type No. of wires Wire Wire lengths each side of Cap Style
material sealed tube 1 A Teflon-lined, stainless steel tube is swaged
(specify to the nearest inch) over multiple, usually Teflon, insulated, single-
A - Mounting thread
core copper and/or thermocouple-material
HF - High density only wires to make a continuous wire, high-density,
tube assembly B - Cap End is also sealed feedthrough tube. These are used for
threaded thermocouples, resistance thermometers and
low voltage instrumentation. The sealed tube
assembly is usually mounted in a series PF or
No. of wires 12 24 40 60
MF feedthrough. Series HF feedthroughs are
manufactured with customer-specified wire
Type lengths.
HF1
HF2 Epoxies and other sealants are not used in the
construction of HF feedthroughs. They are
HF3
suitable for use where outgassing is not
HF4 permitted.
1 The wire lengths on each side of the sealed tube are the actual lengths of wire specified and do not include the length of the metal tube.
Dimensions of the sealed tube can be found in the table below. Both ends of each wire, or thermocouple pair, are identified with numbered
markers. Minimum wire length 18” each side.

2 The number of wires refers to the total number of single wires, both copper and thermocouple-material wires passing through each size of
sealed tube. Each series HF assembly can be specified, if required, with a combination of single copper wires and thermocouple pairs.
When a combination is specified the following typical examples show how the order code can be configured:

HF2 - 12Cu, 12J - 36” / 72” and HF3 - 20K, 12T, 8Cu - 60” / 120”

In the first example 12 single copper wires and 6 type-J thermocouple pairs are specified – total 24 wires. In the second example 10 type-K
pairs, 6 type-T pairs and 8 single copper wires are specified – total 40 wires. When configuring these combinations of wires it is essential to
verify that the total number of wires specified equals the possible number of wires for the size of tube assembly required, remembering that
each thermocouple-material pair is two wires.

Temperature rating: -40°F to +260°F (-40°C to +125°C).

Dimensions
Type HF1 HF2 HF3 HF4
Tube diameter 0.187" 0.250" 0.315" 0.393"
 Saves time and costs by allowing
Tube length 3.25" 4" 4" 4"
multiple sensor wires to pass
Wire length Customer specified through a feedthrough fitting for a
single element

 Sealed tubes with continuous,

Dimensions - Series WF Feedthroughs multiple, insulated conductors

 Stainless steel tube (316L) is sealed

without potting, epoxies or glues

 Copper or thermocouple-material
wires types J, K, T & N
E

A  Max. current rating 500mA at 100Vdc

D C
B  Pressure range: Vacuum to 5,000 psi
with low leak rate

Process Overall length Overall length Body Cap Body to  4 tube sizes for 12, 24, 40 or 60 size
Connection with plain cap with cap with hex. hex. process end 24AWG copper or thermocouple
extension thread material wires
Dim A Dim B Dim C Dim D Dim E
1/8" 1.378" - 0.591" 0.591" 0.472"
 Single tube assembly mounts in a
series PF or PSF feedthrough
1/4" 2.283" 2.854" 0.748" 0.748" 0.689"
1/2" 2.972" 3.760" 1.000" 1.000" 0.984"  Multiple tubes mount in a series MF
3/4" 3.701" 4.488" 1.260" 1.496" 0.984" or MF feedthrough
All dimensions in inches.
For further information on cap styles, see page 5 under ‘ordering information’ and the back cover of this catalog.

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SPECTITE Caps
Plain, hexagonal caps are available for all sizes of feedthrough.
Additionally, caps with a threaded extension for a conduit
General Specifications connection are also available. The following thread choices are
available: NPT, BSPP (parallel gas thread) or BSPT (conical gas
Sealed feedthrough assemblies are pressure rated up to 10,000 psi thread). These caps can be specified for feedthroughs with 1/4”,
and can be used in applications at a maximum temperature of 1/2” & 3/4” process connections. Cap threads are the same size as
+1,600°F (+870°C), dependent on the type of feedthrough and the corresponding feedthrough body process connection.
sealant material specified.

Sealed feedthroughs for single elements cater for sensors from Pressure Equipment Directive (PED)
0.020” (0.5mm) dia. to 0.75” (19.05mm). Sizes that can be used in Spectite® sealed feedthroughs have been classified as ‘Piping’,
multiple element assemblies are from 0.020” (0.5mm) dia to 0.25” satisfying the requirements of the category of Sound Engineering
(6.35mm). Practice (SEP), according to the European Pressure Equipment Spectite® feedthrough
Directive (PED) 97/23/EC. The PED does not require the ‘CE’ bodies, caps, followers and
Spectite® sealed feedthrough assemblies from Spectite Inc. have symbol to be identified on Pressure Equipment that is categorised
been designed to be easy to install and maintain. Sealants and seats are manufactured in
as SEP. Caps are marked SPECTITE on one of the hexagon faces.
other internal parts are replaceable so that fittings can be re-used stainless steel.
over and over again. If elements need replacement or adjustment,
the feedthrough cap can be undone - after the pressure or vacuum
Feedthrough component materials
Spectite® feedthrough bodies, followers, seats and series EF SS
in the vessel has been released - to allow movement or removal of
electrodes are manufactured in an Austenitic stainless steel UNS
all or individual elements.
S31603, commonly designated 316L. Equivalent grades are: (USA)
AISI 316L; (UK) BS 316 S11; (Germany) W.-Nr. 1.4404, DIN CrNiMo
Caution:
17.13.2; (France) AFNOR Z2 CND 17.12; (Italy) UNI X2 CrNiMo
Spectite feedthrough assemblies have been designed to provide an
17.12; (Sweden) SS2353; (Japan) JIS SUS 316L. The typical
efficient seal on the elements and restrain them from moving under
pressure and vacuum. It is good installation practice to provide chemical composition for this steel is 0.03%C, 16.0-18.0%Cr, 10-
additional, mechanical restraint to the elements when the differential 14%Ni, 2.0-3.0%Mo, 0.10%N. Caps are manufactured in stainless
pressure exceeds 50% of the rated pressure of the feedthrough, steel UNS S30300 (AISI 303).
particularly when using Teflon sealants or a lower torque.
When 316L is unsuitable for an application, the ‘wetted’ metal parts
Feedthroughs should be installed by qualified personnel in accordance
of feedthroughs, that come into contact with a process, can be
with relevant Health and Safety rules and with proper regard to safe manufactured in other stainless grades or other materials such as
working practices Hastelloy® and Inconel® grades, Monel® R-405 or mild (carbon)
steel. There may be minimum manufacturing requirements for
The technical data and guideline information presented in this publication feedthroughs in ‘exotic’ materials. A wide range of sealant
is provided in good faith; however no warranty, express or implied is given
Insulators in series WF feedthroughs with 1/8” process connections
materials is available to
whatsoever as to its accuracy, and no liability is accepted for any errors suit the most demanding
or omissions. The suitability of any of the products described herein for a and in series EF feedthroughs are manufactured in high-purity
particular application is entirely at the discretion of the purchaser as being recrystallised Alumina (Aluminium Oxide Al2O3). of applications.
the best judge for that particular application. In the event of any problem
External, single-bore insulators in series WF feedthroughs are
or difficulty with the application of our products please let us know. It is
the policy of this company to entertain information of this nature with a manufactured in aluminous porcelain. Internal insulators are
view to a speedy resolution to the benefit of all concerned. This policy is manufactured in a high-performance, engineering plastic for use at
in addition to the purchaser’s statutory and common law rights. temperatures up to +450°F (+230°C) or machineable glass ceramic
for use up to +1,600°F (+870°C).

Process connections Electrical conductors for Series EF feedthroughs are made in grade
Feedthrough bodies can be specified with a choice of threaded C101 copper or 316L stainless steel (as above). Nuts and washers
process connections. Feedthroughs with the common tapered on copper conductors are brass, stainless steel conductors have
threadforms, NPT (National pipe tapered thread) to ANSI/ASME stainless steel nuts and washers.
B1.20.1 and BSPT (Conical gas thread or ‘R’ thread) to BS21, DIN
2999 ISO 7/1 & JIS B0203 are generally stocked items. The Speclube lubricant used on feedthrough components is a
Chlorotrifluoroethylene Polymer (PCTFE). A copy of the Safety Data
Feedthroughs with parallel threaded process connections, SAE, Sheet is available on request. Spectite® feedthroughs should not be
BSPP and ISO metric to DIN13, may also be specified. degreased before installation.
Feedthroughs with parallel mounting threads need an ‘O’ ring or a
gasket seal (not supplied) to prevent leakage at the process Spectite® is a registered trademark of Spectite Inc. Spectite® sealed
connection. Kapton® is a registered trademark of E.I. du Pont de Nemours and Company
feedthroughs satisfy the
Teflon® is a registered trademark of E.I. du Pont de Nemours and Company
Feedthroughs without process connection threads may be specified
Viton® is a registered trademark of DuPont Performance Elastomers requirements of the
for welded mounting and with a fitted flange from a range of styles
Hastelloy®is a registered trademark of Haynes International, Inc. European Pressure
including ISO-KF and -CF types for the vacuum industry and general
Inconel® and Monel® are registered trademarks of the Special Metals Equipment Directive
applications as well as Triclover® and triclamp types for the food and Corporation group of companies
pharmaceutical industries. Triclover® is a registered trademark of Alfa-Laval AB (PED).
Custom engineered assemblies can be designed and made to meet
customers’ specific application requirements.

SPECTITE
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® Represented by:

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operating temperature
range.
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