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Data Sheet VAC VALVE BBV
Self cutting vacuum valve
lM DESCRIPTION
Vac Valve BBV is a 2 piece vacuum valve which perforates the bagging film when the top piece is inserted and
threaded into the base plate. The specific design of the threaded connection eliminates the need to cut the bagging
film prior to inserting the top piece. Vac Valve BBV will operate for vacuum bagging applications from room
temperature up to 500 F (260 C).
M@ BENEFITS
+ Small diameter allows for use in space constrained areas.
+ Simple economical design keeps plumbing costs under control.
+ Beaded base plate provides extra seal pressure and vacuum seal safety.
@ TECHNICAL DATA
Construction 2 pieces: base plate, threaded top piece
Material type Aluminum base plate carbon steel upper detail
Material type of gasket Silicone
Screw thread 1/4 inch male NPT
Assembly style Screw down
Service temperature 260 C (500 F)
@ SIZES
Product Reference Base Plate Shape Base Plate Diameter
Vac Valve BBV Round 1.9 inches (48 mm)
DIRECTIONS FOR USE
+ Insert the base under the vacuum bag.
+ Screw the top piece into the base plate. Unscrew and remove the bag film chad.
+ Screw the top piece all the way down into the base sealing onto the bag film.
Last updated : 2024-09-30
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Data Sheet VAC VALVE 409 SS HTR
Stainless steel vacuum valve for cures up to 900 F (482 C)
DESCRIPTION
Vac Valve 409 SS HTR was designed for high temperature cures where valves with silicone rubber seals
breakdown. The Vac Valve 409 SS HTR utilizes the bagging film along with mechanical pressure to create an air
tight seal. The bagging film is clamped between the ridged base plate and the holding ring with contra shape.
fi =BENEFITS
+ Screw down seal design provides extra vacuum seal safety.
+ High quality components ensure good seals and safe vacuum bags.
+ Clamping ring design eliminates gasket, allowing higher temperature usage.
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Construction 3 pieces: base plate, pressure plate, locking ring
Material type Stainless steel _
Screw thread 1/4 inch male NPT
Assembly style Screw down
Service temperature 900 F (482 C)
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Vac Valve 409 SS HTR : 2.50 inches (63 mm)
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DIRECTIONS FOR USE
+ Insert the base plate under the vacuum bag.
+ Cut a small opening in the vacuum bag and push the stem through the opening.
+ Apply the pressure plate on the outside of the vacuum bag and screw down the locking ring.
@ NOTES
+ This vacuum valve can be used with our AHTC-1000 QTD high temperature quick disconnect
and our Airflow 800 high temperature autoclave hoses.
Last updated : 2016-08-18
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Data Sheet VAC VALVE 402, 402A, & 402SS
Three piece threaded vacuum valve with locking ring
lM DESCRIPTION
The design of the Vac Valve 402 series allows for a tighter connection with an increase in autoclave pressure. This is
achieved by using a threaded locking ring creating a tight mechanical seal, and a pressure plate that increases the
surface area providing a superior seal.
@ BENEFITS
+ Screw down seal design provides extra vacuum seal safety.
+ High quality components ensure good seals and safe vacuum bags.
+ Bag film is clamped under clamping ring reducing wrinkle leak risk.
M@ TECHNICAL DATA
Construction 3 pieces: base plate, pressure plate, locking ring
V402: Carbon steel
Material type VV402A: Aluminium
4025S: Stainless steel
Material type of gasket Silicone
Screw thread 1/4 inch male NPT
Assembly style Screw down
Service temperature 260 C (500 F)
@ SIZES
Product Reference Base Plate Diameter
Vac Valve 402 63 mm (2.50 inches)
Vac Valve 402A 63 mm (2.50 inches)
Vac Valve 4025S 63 mm (2.50 inches)
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DIRECTIONS FOR USE
+ Insert the base plate and the silicone gasket under the vacuum bag.
+ Cut a small opening in the vacuum bag and push the stem through the opening.
+ Apply the pressure plate on the outside of the vacuum bag and screw down the locking ring.
M@ NOTES
+ Watch a video of Vac Valves in the “Media Center” on our website.
Last updated : 2025-06-06 A
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Data Sheet VAC VALVE 401, 401A, & 401C
Make vacuum bag connections positive and fast
DESCRIPTION
Vac Valve 401 series is a twist lock through bag connector designed to work with our AQD 500 TF quick
disconnects found in this section of our catalog. In combination with our AQD 500 quick disconnects, these vac
valves have been used successfully at major aircraft companies holding full vacuum and pressure up to 15 bars
at temperatures up to 500 F (260 C).
@ BENEFITS
+ Flat base and twist lock designs is easy to install.
+ High quality components ensure good seals and safe vacuum bags.
+ Simple, economical design keeps plumbing costs under control.
@ TECHNICAL DATA
Construction 2 pieces: base plate and locking top piece
VV401: Machined aluminum /
Material type VV401A: Machined aluminum/
VV401C: Cast aluminum
Material type of gasket Silicone
Screw thread 1/4 inch male NPT
Assembly style Twisted lock
Service temperature 500 F (260 C)
@ SIZES
Product Reference Base Plate Diameter
Vac Valve 401 2.50 inches (63 mm)
Vac Valve 401A 1.25 inches (width) x 3.5 inches (length) (31.75 mm x 88.9 mm)
Vac Valve 401C 2.50 inches (63 mm)
+ Other thread sizes available. Contact Airtech for more details.
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Vac Valve 401 Vac Valve 401A Vac Valve 401C
lM DIRECTIONS FOR USE
+ Insert the base plate under the vacuum bag.
+ Asmall cut is made in the vacuum bag in the area of the round opening in the base plate.
+ The top piece of the valve is inserted through the vacuum bag into the hole in the base plate.
+ The top piece is then twisted to provide a positive seal.
Last updated : 2016-02-03
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Data Sheet VAC VALVE 399
Inexpensive machined aluminum twist valve
lM DESCRIPTION
Vac Valve 399 is a machined aluminum, economically priced valve that is inserted through the vacuum bag. It has a
black, high temperature silicone seal that will operate to 500 F (260 C). Vac Valve 399 is designed to work with our
AQD SOOTF quick disconnect or our Airlock 450 TF.
@ BENEFITS
+ Flat base and twist lock design is easy to install.
+ High quality components ensure good seals and safe vacuum bags.
+ Simple, economical design keeps plumbing costs under control.
@ TECHNICAL DATA
Construction 2 pieces: base plate, top piece
Material type Machined aluminum
Material type of gasket Silicone
Screw thread 1/4 inch male NPT
Assembly style Twisted lock
Service temperature 260 C (500 F)
@ SIZES
Product Reference Base Plate Diameter
Vac Valve 399 2.50 inches (63 mm)
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DIRECTIONS FOR USE
+ Insert the base plate under the vacuum bag.
+ Asmall cut is made in the vacuum bag in the area of the round opening in the base plate.
+ The top piece of the valve is inserted through the vacuum bag into the hole in the base plate.
+ The top piece is then twisted to provide a positive seal.
Last updated : 2024-09-30
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Data Sheet VAC-BRAKE PRO
Combination no-bleed Vacuum manifold & Resin break
lM DESCRIPTION
Vac-Brake Pro is a combination vacuum manifold and resin brake for the periphery of resin infusion moldings. Vac-
Brake Pro features a spiral tube sewn into a Dahltexx sleeve then assembled into a PP200 resin brake. Positioned
around the edge of the part it distributes even vacuum and provides a resin brake preventing resin waste and choking
of the vacuum manifold.
M@ BENEFITS
+ Simplify infusion setup, saving time and avoiding errors.
+ Reduce resin waste in manifolds and catch pots.
+ Avoid lost vacuum slowing infusion progress.
@ TECHNICAL DATA
Material type PP Textile and PE Spiral tube
Maximum use temperature 250 F (121 C)
Shelf life Unlimited when stored in original packaging at 72 F
(22 C)
SIZES
Product Reference
Vac-Brake Pro 4 inches (10.2 cm) 82 feet (25 m) Troll
@ NOTES
+ The maximum use temperature is dependent upon the duration at maximum temperature and is process
specific, Airtech recommends testing prior to use.
+ For best results remove Vac-Brake Pro while the laminate is still “green” or within 24 hours.
Last updated : 2023-06-28
Catalog position : Resin infusion products
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Data Sheet VAC-RIC LT
Low temperature resin infusion connector with flat base
DESCRIPTION
The Airtech Resin infusion connector with a flat base VAC-RIC LT provides inexpensive and efficient through bag
connection for vacuum manifold and resin feed lines for low temperature resin infusion applications. It is
suitable for use with the Dahlpac MC79 vacuum breather pad.
@ BENEFITS
+ Saves time connecting poly tubing to vacuum bags.
+ Avoid quality problems due to vacuum bag leakage at pipe connections.
+ Simple design works for resin feeds and vacuum connections.
@ TECHNICAL DATA
Material type PE
Maximum use temperature 176 F (80 C)
Color White
@ SIZES
VAC-RIC LT 12 1/2 inch (13 mm) 1/2 inch (13 mm)
VAC-RIC LT 58 5/8 inch (16 mm) 5/8 inch (16 mm)
VAC-RIC LT 34 3/4 inch (19 mm) 3/4 inch (19 mm)
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@ NOTES
+ Select RIC to fit tube and spiral employed and position as desired, then complete vacuum bag.
+ Cut polyethylene tube on angle and apply wrap of vacuum sealant tape above cut.
+ Apply bag film over RIC and pierce film with angled tube until vacuum sealant seals connection.
+ For any use with a spiral tube, it is recommended to use the ‘RIC’ with the channel through the connector
base.
+The maximum use temperature is dependent upon the duration at maximum temperature and is process
specific, Airtech recommends testing prior to use.
Last updated : 2021-07-16
Catalog position : Resin infusion products 7
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Data Sheet VAC-REG
Vacuum regulator
Hi DESCRIPTION
Vac-Reg has been designed to provide accurate, controlled vacuum for parts that use honeycomb core. Vac-Reg
is a small in-line unit that is easy to use. Each part in the shop can be independently regulated using Vac-Reg. It
uses standard 1/4 inch male NPT fittings and will accept AQD 5O0TF, Airlock 450TF & S50TF quick disconnect
fittings.
Core movement is a serious problem in the manufacture of composite parts. Full vacuum, removing all the air in
the core cells after the lay-up is a part of the problem. The larger the pressure difference between the air in the
core and the outside atmosphere, the greater the chance of core movement. Controlling the amount of vacuum
inside the core cells is key to preventing core movement. Major aerospace companies limit the vacuum over
core assemblies to 10 in. Hg (34 kPa), prior to cure. This helps eliminate core movement and core crush. Vac-Reg
can also be used as a means of regulating vacuum in the resin infusion application where full vacuum is not
desirable with some resin systems such as polyesters. .
Note: Vac-Reg is an inexpensive reference gauge for shop use only.
@ BENEFITS
+ Dial in the right vacuum level for your application.
+ Small and portable, Vac-Reg can be easily carried in tool bags.
+ Simple gauge provides indication of vacuum level and highlights any leaks present.
@ TECHNICAL DATA
Screw thread 1/4 inch male NPT
Range 0 to 30 in. Hg (0 – 100 kPa)
Graduations 0.5 in. Hg (2 kPa)
Figure interval 5 in. Hg (20 kPa)
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DIRECTIONS FOR USE
+ Attach quick disconnect couplings. |
+ Connect vacuum hose.
+ Loosen locking ring and adjust thumb knob.
+ Tighten locking ring at the desired vacuum setting.
+ Attach coupling opposite the gauge to the vacuum bag.
+ Vac-Reg comes supplied above with the Vac-Gauge THA liquid filled vacuum gauge.
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Data Sheet VAC-GAUGE 30
Inexpensive vacuum gauge
DESCRIPTION
Vac-Gauge 30 is our durable, inexpensive vacuum gauge to determine how much vacuum is under your
vacuum bag. A heavy ridged blue rubber jacket protects the gauge from damage in normal shop use. The
Vac-Gauge 30 stem is a 1/4 inch male NPT fitting that fits easily into our Airlock 450TF & SSOTF and AQD quick
disconnects.
Note: Vac-Gauge 30 is an inexpensive reference gauge for shop use only.
@ BENEFITS
+ Simple gauge provides indication of vacuum level and highlights any leaks present.
+ Portable gauge can be transported easily around the workshop.
+ Rubber jacket protects against bumps and knocks to keep gauge working.
@ TECHNICAL DATA
Screw thread 1/4 inch male NPT
Assembly style Screwed
Range 0 – 30 in. Hg (0 – 100 kPA)
Graduations 0.5 in. Hg (2 kPA)
Figure interval 5 in. Hg (20 kPa)
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Vacuum drop / Vacuum leak check:
+ Attach Vac-Gauge 30 to through bag connector and attach vacuum source.
+ Allow vacuum source to draw out air and apply increasing vacuum force, this will be indicated on the
Vac-Gauge 30.
+ Check and fix potential leakage areas until a stable and satisfactory reading is shown on the gauge.
+ Disconnect vacuum source and monitor vacuum reading over period of time. Any drop in vacuum reading
highlights a leakage.
Last updated : 2016-08-01
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Data Sheet ULTRAWEAVE 406 & 606
Nylon non-woven breathers/bleeders
lM DESCRIPTION
All Ultraweave products have a higher temperature softening point and will not compress like polyester allowing for
increased airflow.
Ultraweave 406 is the lightest, most conformable and least expensive nylon breather in the Ultraweave family.
Ultraweave 606 is a medium weight yet conformable breather which replaces most 340 g/m? (10 oz/yd ) polyester
breathers, reducing back pressure and porosity problems.
@ BENEFITS
+ High temperature nylon fibre helps prevent vacuum lock-off.
+ Better breather performance reduces trapped volatiles.
+ Can easily be formed over complex shapes.
M@ TECHNICAL DATA
Ultraweave 406 Ultraweave 606
Maximum use temperature 232 C (450 F) 232 C (450 F)
Fibre type Nylon 6,6 Nylon 6,6
Colour White White
Weight (approx.) 135 g/m? (4 oz/yd ) 204 g/m? (6 oz/yd )
Fire retardant Yes Yes
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@ SIZES
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Ultraweave 406 152 cm (60 inches) 45 m (50 yards) Troll
up to 457 cm (180 inches) 45 m (50 yards) Special order
Ultraweave 606 152 cm (60 inches) 45 m (50 yards) Troll
up to 457 cm (180 inches) 45 m (50 yards) Special order
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M@ NOTES
+ Material can be slit in special widths upon request (1 standard roll as minimum order quantity).
+ The maximum use temperature is dependent upon the duration at maximum temperature and is process
specific, Airtech recommends testing prior to use.
+ Packaging is clear with red print.
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