What type of mechanical interfaces are offered by AST for the pressure/process port?
AST offers wide selection of threads. If you do not see your desired thread here, please contact AST. There is a good possibility that AST already offers if for one of our custom applications. Some threads are more common than others (such as 1/4″-18 male NPT, ASTs most common thread) and will have shorter lead times and wider availability. NPT (National Pipe Thread) This is the most common thread family for ASTs pressure products. • 1/8-27″ NPT, both Male and Female* (rated up to 10,000 psi) *ASTs 1/8″-27 Female NPT is only offered in a the Panel Mount style preferred by most of ASTs 1/8″-27 Female NPT users. Please click here for more info on ASTs innovative Panel Mount design. • 1/4-18″ NPT, both Male and Female (rated up to 10,000 psi) • 1/2-14″ NPT, both Male and Female (rated up to 5,000 psi) SAE (Society of Automotive Engineers) and UNF (Unified Fine) Threads Great choice for pressure ranges up to 25,000 psi • 3/8″-24 UNF, a.k.a. SAE 3 (Limited availability) • 7/16″-20 UNF, a.k.