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Thread standard

04/24/2010 5:16 AM

In 3/4" NPTF, what does 'F' stand for? Does this mean that it is Female thread?

Even I have come across male threads specified as 3/4" NPTF.

Pelase clarify.

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Re: Thread standard

04/24/2010 5:25 AM

Fine?

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04/24/2010 5:39 AM

Is it related to 'Dryseal' threads?

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04/24/2010 6:55 AM

This explains the difference between NPT and NPTF threads

http://www.cutting-tool-supply.com/TechTips/Tapping/NPTvsNPTF/NPTVsNPTF.htm

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