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March 14, 2025

Tube Fitting Ferrule Swaging Process

Swaging a tube fitting creates a secure, leak-free seal through mechanical deformation. Learn how proper tightening and Superlok’s patented indicator rings ensure perfect compression every time.

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January 28, 2025

Understanding Pressure Ratings for Stainless Steel Tubing

This article explains the importance of understanding pressure ratings for stainless steel instrumentation tubing.

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December 19, 2022

Dielectric Union for Cathodic Protections

What are cathodic protections and why do I need dielectric union for it?

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July 21, 2022

Beginners Guide to Check Valves

What is a check valve and how to select one for your system

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November 23, 2021

The Effects of Overtightening Compression Tube Fittings

Properly sealed tube fitting connections are crucial in a tubing network of any size. We’ve compiled a brief overview of avoidable problems to help steer clear of potential pitfalls.

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May 25, 2021

How to Bend Stainless Tubing

Today on the Superlok blog, we're talking about tube benders and how to bend tubing correctly and accurately. Click now to read more!

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March 5, 2021

Inside Scoop: Comparing Double Ferrule Fittings and Single Ferrule Fittings

This article looks at the differences between single and double ferrule tube fitting designs and how each one fits a unique purpose.

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December 11, 2020

What is an Instrumentation Manifold and Why Do I Need One?

Today, we're exploring the intricacies of Instrumentation Manifolds and why they may be useful to your next system build. Click to read more

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November 18, 2020

Bleed Valves, Purge Valves and Proportional Relief Valves: What’s the Difference?

Today we discuss the difference in the three main types of pressure release valves commonly found in modern fluid networks.

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July 28, 2020

Ball Valves vs. Needle Valves in Flow Control

Today we're talking about the difference between needle valves and ball valves. Both are intended for different uses.

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April 25, 2020

What is a Ball Valve?

Ever wondered how ball valves function? This article covers the concept of ball valves and their different basic construction types.

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March 13, 2020

Tubing Vs. Pipe

This article discusses compression tubing as it compares with threaded pipe when it comes to efficiency, longevity, and ease of use.

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February 25, 2020

Tube Fitting Basics | How to Install a Tube Fitting

Did you know that more than half of fitting installers don't actually follow the proper installation guidelines? This guide details how to properly install fittings

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July 25, 2019

2205 Duplex Stainless Vs. Incoloy® Alloy 825

This article discusses 2205 Duplex and Incoloy® alloy 825 in comparison to 304 and 316 stainless when used in mildly corrosive environments.

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May 24, 2019

Stainless Steel Tubing: Welded Vs. Seamless

A look into the different construction types of stainless steel instrumentation tubing, focusing on the differences between seamless and welded.

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April 11, 2019

How Does a Needle Valve Work?

We specialize in Superlok needle valves, so we're sharing what a needle valve is, their working principle and some common uses of these valves. Read more.

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April 3, 2019

Common Causes and Costs of Fluid System Leaks

Leakage in hydraulic systems can be detrimental to your fluid system. Learn about the common causes and costs of system leaks and poor components installation.

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March 8, 2019

Your Guide to Gap Gauge Tools

When installing tube fittings, gap inspection gauges confirm proper tightening to avoid compression fitting failure or compression valve leaks. Learn more.

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