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Tompkins Product Information

Adapter Assembly Videos

A series of assembly videos to demonstrate proper installation techniques for some of our most popular products. View videos.

Adapter CAD Drawings

Models are available in 2D and 3D for over 3,000 parts in a variety of popular formats including 3D PDF, AutoCAD, CATIA, eDrawing, IGES, and Solidworks. View available CAD.

Cleanout Cover CAD Drawings

Models and schematics are available in .IGS, . DWG and PDF format for our Cleanout Covers as well as a guide to select the right cleanout cover. View documents.

Definitions: Adapters and Fittings

An overview that will assist you in making the right decisions about the hydraulic parts you need. View product definitions.

Definitions: Materials

Identifying the material is essential to optimal performance. View materials definitions.

MSDS

We have Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) for our line of Aerosols. View MSDS

Product Lines

Tompkins features a wide variety of product categories and brands. For most of our lines, we have assembly instructions, thread specifications and working pressures. View product lines.

Thread Information

We have OD, size and metric charts and links to our Thread ID Kits. View thread information.

Why Wet Torque?

Due to differences in plating types and thicknesses, materials and thread quality of components, the coefficient of friction can vary widely on any given assembly. Lubrication not only produces a more consistent coefficient of friction, it increases clamping force on sealing area with less torque on the threads.

Over-tightening causes threads to yield, deform and therefore lose the ability to maintain an adequate load or clamping force on the seating area. Extended operation and severe conditions cause further yielding which promotes possibility of leaks. Improper installation is the primary cause of leaks in hydraulic connections.

Tompkins firmly recommends the application of the wet-torque method during installation. When you choose not to wet-torque, consistency and quality are compromised for the sake of convenience.