Connection Type | Applications | Required Accessories | Pros and Cons |
Threaded | General plumbing, small systems | Teflon tape, wrench | Easy to install with common tools, but can be prone to leaks if not sealed properly. |
Welded | High-pressure systems, industrial | Welding machine, safety gear | Extremely durable and leak-proof, but permanent and difficult to modify. |
Flanged | Large industrial systems | Gaskets, bolts, nuts | Strong and can be dismantled, but requires space and precise alignment. |
Compression | Residential plumbing, small pipes | Compression nut, ferrule | Simple to fit without soldering, not suitable for high-pressure applications. |
Union | Systems requiring maintenance | Union fitting | Facilitates easy disconnection for maintenance, but is bulkier than other fittings. |
M anifold-Mount |
Complex systems, multiple lines | Manifold block, seals | Centralizes connections to reduce leaks, complex initial setup. |