Dixon
L14AM7-G50 - Long Weld Ferrule
- SKU:
- L14AM7-G50
- Availability:
- Usually Ships Same Day
- Weight:
- 0.05 LBS
Description
Dixon L14AM7-G50 Long Weld Ferrule - 1/2" 304 Stainless Steel
Dixon L14AM7-G50 Long Weld Ferrule is a 1/2" sanitary clamp ferrule manufactured from 304 stainless steel for hygienic and process piping applications.
Part of Dixon's L14AM7 long weld ferrule series, this fitting is designed to be welded to compatible 1/2" sanitary tubing while providing a clamp-style ferrule connection for removable piping assemblies. Its 304 stainless steel construction provides durability, corrosion resistance, and cleanability for food, beverage, pharmaceutical, dairy, brewery, winery, and other compatible process systems.
Product Highlights
- Dixon long weld ferrule
- Manufacturer part number L14AM7-G50
- 1/2" tube outside diameter
- 304 stainless steel construction
- Long weld-neck configuration
- Weld end for attachment to compatible sanitary tubing
- Clamp ferrule end for removable sanitary connections
- Dixon published weight: 0.05 lb
- Designed for hygienic and process piping systems
- Suitable for food and beverage processing
- Suitable for pharmaceutical process systems
- Suitable for dairy applications
- Suitable for breweries, wineries, and distilleries
- Dixon provides 3-A sanitary documentation for this fitting family
Technical Specifications
| Brand | Dixon |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer Part Number | L14AM7-G50 |
| Product Type | Long Weld Ferrule |
| Series | L14AM7 |
| Tube O.D. | 1/2" |
| Material | 304 Stainless Steel |
| Connection Style | Sanitary Clamp Ferrule x Weld End |
| Ferrule Style | Long Weld |
| Published Weight | 0.05 lb |
| Break Quantity | 1 |
| Optional Package / Box Quantity | 1 |
| Sanitary Standard Documentation | 3-A Sanitary Standard 63-04 |
| Typical Markets | Food & Beverage, Pharmaceutical, and Data Center Cooling |
Published Dimensions
| Tube O.D. | 1/2" |
|---|---|
| Dimension A | 1.13" |
| Dimension B | 0.37" |
| Dimension C | 0.50" |
304 Stainless Steel Construction
The L14AM7-G50 is manufactured from 304 stainless steel, a commonly used corrosion-resistant material for sanitary and general process piping systems.
304 stainless steel provides good durability and cleanability for many food, beverage, pharmaceutical, dairy, and industrial process applications.
Process fluid, cleaning chemical, operating temperature, and sanitation requirements should be reviewed to confirm that 304 stainless steel is appropriate for the specific installation.
Long Weld Ferrule Design
Weld End
- Designed for compatible 1/2" sanitary tubing
- Provides a permanent welded tube connection
- Long weld-neck configuration
- Suitable for hygienic fabrication practices
- Requires an appropriate stainless steel welding procedure
Sanitary Clamp End
- Provides a removable process connection
- Mates with a compatible sanitary ferrule
- Uses a properly selected sanitary gasket
- Uses a compatible sanitary clamp
- Allows convenient disassembly for cleaning and maintenance
Typical Applications
Food & Beverage
- Food processing equipment
- Beverage production systems
- Dairy processing
- Breweries
- Wineries and distilleries
Process & Hygienic Systems
- Pharmaceutical process piping
- Sanitary transfer lines
- Clean process piping
- Hygienic equipment connections
- Other compatible process systems
Sanitary Clamp Connection
A complete sanitary clamp joint typically consists of two compatible ferrules with a sanitary gasket positioned between their mating faces and a clamp securing the assembly.
This connection style creates a removable joint that can be opened for cleaning, inspection, sanitation, equipment servicing, or piping maintenance.
The ferrule size alone does not determine the suitability of the complete assembly. Verify the mating ferrule, gasket material, clamp, operating conditions, and process compatibility before installation.
3-A Sanitary Documentation
Dixon provides 3-A Sanitary Standard 63-04 documentation among the resources for the L14AM7-G50 and identifies Certificate Authorization Number 621 on its product resource page.
For sanitary, regulated, or specification-driven installations, verify the requirements for the complete piping assembly, including the ferrule, mating components, fabrication method, gasket, clamp, and installation procedure.
Installation
Confirm that the 1/2" tube O.D. matches the tubing and mating components before installation. Sanitary tube outside diameter should not be confused with nominal pipe size.
Prepare the tubing and ferrule using appropriate hygienic fabrication practices. Weld surfaces should be clean and free from dirt, oil, oxidation, and other contamination that could affect weld quality.
Use a welding procedure appropriate for 304 stainless steel sanitary tubing. Maintain proper alignment between the ferrule and tubing during fabrication and inspect the completed weld according to the requirements of the process system.
For the clamp connection, use a compatible mating ferrule, sanitary gasket, and clamp. Inspect the sealing surfaces and gasket before assembly and follow the applicable manufacturer's installation procedures.
Our team can help review your tube O.D., stainless steel grade, mating ferrule, gasket, clamp, and process requirements before you order.
Email the GetPipe.com Team Visit Quick SupportFrequently Asked Questions
What size is Dixon L14AM7-G50?
L14AM7-G50 is designed for 1/2" tube O.D.
What material is L14AM7-G50?
Dixon manufactures L14AM7-G50 from 304 stainless steel.
What does the G designation indicate?
For the Dixon L14AM7 series, the G part numbers are the 304 stainless steel versions. Corresponding R part numbers are offered in 316L stainless steel.
What are the dimensions of L14AM7-G50?
Dixon publishes dimensions of A = 1.13", B = 0.37", and C = 0.50".
How much does L14AM7-G50 weigh?
Dixon lists a published weight of 0.05 lb for L14AM7-G50.
Is this a pipe-size ferrule?
No. L14AM7-G50 is identified by Dixon using tube O.D. sizing. This 1/2" size should not be assumed interchangeable with a nominal 1/2" pipe-size fitting.
What connects to the weld end?
The weld end is intended for compatible 1/2" sanitary tubing.
What is needed to complete the clamp connection?
A compatible mating ferrule, properly selected sanitary gasket, and appropriate sanitary clamp are typically required to form the complete joint.
Are the gasket and clamp included?
Do not assume a gasket or clamp is included unless those components are specifically identified as part of the GetPipe.com offering.
Can the clamp connection be disassembled?
Yes. A properly assembled sanitary clamp connection is designed to provide a removable joint for cleaning, inspection, maintenance, or equipment servicing.
What markets does Dixon identify for its long weld ferrules?
Dixon identifies Food & Beverage / Pharmaceutical and Data Center Cooling among the markets for the long weld ferrule product family.
Does Dixon provide 3-A documentation for this fitting?
Yes. Dixon provides 3-A Sanitary Standard 63-04 documentation in the resources for L14AM7-G50.
What should I verify before ordering?
Confirm the Dixon part number L14AM7-G50, 1/2" tube O.D., 304 stainless steel material, mating ferrule, gasket material, clamp compatibility, and process requirements.
Important Ordering & Installation Notes
- This listing is for Dixon part number L14AM7-G50.
- Product type is a long weld ferrule.
- Tube outside diameter is 1/2".
- Material is 304 stainless steel.
- Dixon lists a published weight of 0.05 lb.
- Published dimensions are A = 1.13", B = 0.37", and C = 0.50".
- Verify the 1/2" tube O.D. before ordering.
- Do not confuse sanitary tube O.D. with nominal pipe sizing.
- Confirm that 304 stainless steel is suitable for the process fluid, cleaning chemicals, and operating environment.
- The weld end is intended for compatible sanitary tubing.
- Use an appropriate stainless steel welding procedure.
- Maintain proper alignment during fabrication.
- Protect the ferrule face and internal surfaces from contamination and physical damage.
- Use a compatible mating ferrule on the clamp side.
- Select the proper sanitary gasket separately unless specifically included.
- Select the proper sanitary clamp separately unless specifically included.
- Verify gasket material for process-fluid, cleaning-chemical, and temperature compatibility.
- Verify the allowable operating conditions of the complete assembled joint.
- Inspect ferrule faces and gasket sealing surfaces before assembly.
- Follow applicable sanitary fabrication, welding, cleaning, and process piping requirements.
