Dry disconnect couplings and breakaway couplings are specially designed to help you quickly handle chemical liquid and gas transfers in a safe manner. No matter the circumstance, safety should always be prioritised. With a simple twist on the lever, you may instantly shut off the hose line during fluid transfer between units at any time. With these breakaway couplings and dry disconnect couplings, you can boost labour efficiency, prevent seepages, and decrease manual runs to the source of the flow.

What Are Dry Disconnect Couplings & Breakaway Couplings

Dry Disconnect Couplings

Dry disconnect couplings are often utilised to create and break connections in a gas or liquid transfer system when the product being transferred has to be kept contained. Typically, these hazardous and expensive products are costly to dispose of, reprocess, or clean up. The couplings’ self-sealing design ensures both the greatest degree of safety and the quickest as well as spill-free method of connecting and disconnecting. A wide array of common caustic and specialty acids, as well as producers of ink, agricultural, chemicals, petroleum, pharmaceuticals, liquid soaps, and fatty acids use dry disconnect couplings in Singapore.

Reduce chemical clean-ups in the workplace to a bare minimum with no spills, saving you and your team some money and time. Additionally, reduce the environmental effect of your operation by safely transporting potentially hazardous chemical gases and liquids. Essentially, dry disconnect couplings in Singapore provide cost-effective and reliable solutions for the environmentally-friendly, safe, and economical transfer of bulk powder, gases, and liquids.

Specifications of Dry Disconnect Couplings

Specification	Description
Material	Stainless steel, aluminum, brass, or other corrosion-resistant materials
Size Range	1/2 inch to 12 inches or more (depending on the application)
Temperature Range	Typically rated for – 40°F to 400°F (-40°C to 204°C), depending on the material and sealing options
Pressure Range	Vacuum to 10,000+ psi or higher (depending on the material and size)
Sealing Options	Nitrile, EPDM, Viton, PTFE, or other materials (depending on the fluid and temperature)
Connection Types	Threaded, flanged, cam and groove, or other types (depending on the application)
Safety Features	Automatic shut-off valves, interlocking mechanisms, grounding systems, and other safety features to prevent accidental disconnection or leakage

Breakaway Couplings

Breakaway couplings are specifically designed with the sole purpose of providing maximum safety when transporting hazardous goods such as gases, petrochemicals, solvents, acids, LPG, and other toxic liquids.

With minimal restriction or pressure decrease in the easy-flow interior, this breakaway coupling protects against possible catastrophic damage linked to pull-away/drive incidents. Additionally, breakaway couplings in Singapore are used to safeguard terminal and loading and unloading equipment, and eliminate unintended product releases. The breakaway couplings feature a predefined breaking threshold at which the internal valves will automatically shut flow on both sides. Essentially, the usage of breakaway couplings decreases downtime while also saving equipment, the environment, and money.

Specifications of Break away Couplings

Specification	Description
Materials	Break away couplings can be made from various materials, including aluminum, stainless steel, brass, and plastics such as nylon or PVC
Connection Size	Break away couplings come in a range of sizes, typically from 1/2 inch to 12 inches, to accommodate different hose or pipeline sizes
Temperature Range	Typically rated for – 40°F to 400°F (-40°C to 204°C), depending on the material and application
Pressure Rating	Typically ranging from 150 psi to 3,000 psi or more, depending on the model and application
Breaking Force	Typically from 250 lbs to over 100,000 lbs, depending on the model and application
Flow Rate	Typically ranging from 10 gallons per minute (GPM) to 500 GPM or more, depending on the size, design, and pressure rating

Benefits of Using Dry Disconnect Couplings and Break Away Couplings

Safe and clean transfer
Dry disconnect couplings and break away couplings allow for the safe and clean transfer of fluids or gases from one place to another, without any spillage or leakage. This reduces the risk of accidents, injuries, and environmental contamination.
Efficient and quick transfer
Dry disconnect couplings offer a fast, efficient, and easy method of connection and disconnection, reducing downtime and increasing productivity.
Reduced product loss
Dry disconnect couplings and break away couplings ensure a tight seal, minimising the amount of product lost during transfer. In the event of an unexpected pull-away, break away couplings can prevent spills and equipment damage, it can also be easily replaced without the need for extensive repairs or equipment replacement. This helps to minimise waste, downtime and associated costs.
Versatile
Dry disconnect couplings are available in a wide range of sizes, materials, and configurations, making them suitable for use in a variety of applications and industries, while break away couplings can be used with a variety of fluids, including hazardous and volatile materials, such as fuels and chemicals.
Compliance with regulations
Many industries have regulations in place to prevent spills and leaks during fluid transfer operations. The use of dry disconnect couplings and break away couplings can help companies comply with these regulations and avoid fines or penalties.

Difference Between Dry Disconnect Couplings And Break Away Couplings

Dry disconnect couplings and break away couplings are two different types of couplings used in fluid transfer applications, and they serve different purposes. Here are the main differences between the two:

	Dry Disconnect Couplings	Break Away Couplings
Usage	Prevents leaks/spills during fluid transfer and allows easy disconnection without spillage	Prevents spills/damage in case of unexpected hose/pipeline pull-away
Key Features	Valves or seals that prevent fluid from escaping when the coupling is disconnected	Shear pin or release mechanism that separates the coupling to prevent damage
Disconnection Method	Requires manual disconnection after valves or seals are closed	Automatically disconnects when a predetermined force or pressure is exceeded
Fluid Types	Wide range of fluids, including liquids and gases	Volatile or hazardous fluids
Maintenance & Cleaning	Require regular maintenance and cleaning to ensure reliable and effective operation	Require inspection and replacement after a break away event

List of Applications For Dry Disconnect Couplings & Break Away Couplings

There are various industries that utilise dry disconnect couplings and break away couplings in Singapore for their business. Break away couplings and dry disconnect couplings are both used in fluid transfer applications, but they serve different purposes and are designed for different types of fluid transfer operations. Here are some examples of their respective usages.

Usage of Dry Disconnect Couplings

Chemical industry
Dry disconnect couplings are commonly used in the chemical industry to transfer hazardous chemicals, acids, and corrosive fluids from storage tanks to production equipment or transportation containers.
Pharmaceutical industry
Dry disconnect couplings are used to transfer sensitive and valuable fluids, such as vaccines, blood products, and other pharmaceutical compounds.
Food and beverage industry
Dry disconnect couplings are used in the food and beverage industry to transfer liquids such as wine, beer, juices, and milk from storage tanks to production equipment or transportation containers.
Oil and gas industry
Dry disconnect couplings are used in the oil and gas industry to transfer petroleum products, gases, and other hydrocarbons from storage tanks to pipelines, tank trucks, or rail cars.
Transportation industry
Dry disconnect couplings are used to transfer fluids or gases from transportation containers, such as tanker trucks, railcars, and ships, to storage tanks or other containers.

Usage of Break Away Couplings

Tanker trucks
Break away couplings are commonly used in tanker truck applications to prevent damage or injury in the event of an accidental pull-away from the loading dock or delivery site.
Marine industry
Break away couplings are used in marine applications to prevent damage to hoses and piping in rough seas or inclement weather.
Chemical industry
Break away couplings are used in the chemical industry to prevent spills and leaks during transfer of hazardous materials.

Start Making A Safe Environment Today

Your business operations, as with all manufacturing plants and industrial factories, will necessitate several intended purposes and stated applications for dry disconnect couplings. Choose from a vast assortment of dry disconnect couplings available in our online shop at Pharmchem Engineering to ensure safe practices in your routine workstation operations.

In relation to managing chemical clean-ups, have a look at our pipeline pigging equipment, which can just as well go a long way in helping you remove chemical deposits. For any additional machinery needs, simply add the anti-vibration mounting to your order. Shop for all of the components and parts you need for your business today, or get in touch with us to learn more about our customised solutions!

Dry Disconnect Couplings & Breakaway Couplings in Singapore