Laboratory Quick Connects — Fast, Safe, and Reconfigurable Service Connections

What are Laboratory Quick Connects?

Quick connects (also known as quick disconnects or QDs) are push-to-connect fittings engineered for supply lines in lab environments—think gases, vacuum, water, or specialty fluids. They enable tool-free, rapid, and secure connections, streamlining access to utility services.

Core Advantages & Design Features

Color-Coded & Keyed for Safety

Each quick connect is designed with specific color-coding and physical keying to ensure only correct matching of services—eliminating accidental cross-connections.

Automatic Shutoff Capability

Many systems include internal valves that automatically shut off when disconnected—minimizing fluid loss and ensuring safe isolation.

Durable Construction

Bodies and plugs are crafted from chemically resistant materials like chrome-plated brass or 316 stainless steel, prepared to withstand rigorous lab use.

Versatile Styles & Custom Options

Quick connects come in various formats—panel-mounted bodies, push-button or slide-collar styles, and both locking and swivel options. Suitable for water, gas, vacuum, and more.

Sealed Reliability

Self-sealing and leak-tight design ensures fluent protection, while advanced versions like full-flow or miniature models support specialized workflows.

Simplified Maintenance & Reconfiguration

With their tool-free design and color-keyed system, lab layouts can be reconfigured quickly, minimizing downtime and complexity.

Laboratory Quick Connects are essential for labs that value flexibility, safety, and efficiency. They simplify service connections—whether for gases, fluids, or vacuum—while building in safety and minimizing disruption.