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Swage Overview
History
Definitions
Permaswage
PermaLite
Benefits
USA Aerospace Fitting
Manufacturer since 1938
Introduced Aerospace Swage
Technology in 1971
Most Aircraft in the Free World
manufactured or repaired with
DMC Swage Technology
DMC History
What is it???
Swage Technology
Swaging is the controlled uniform reduction of the fitting
end over the tube whereby forces are applied equally; 360
degrees around the fitting. The result of swaging creates a
permanent connection between the fitting and tubing by
plastically deforming them together as an assembly. The
swaging process also controls the elastic rebound of the
tube within the fitting bore to create a sound mechanical
connection and permanent fluid containment seal.
Permaswage is one of the most commonly
used products in the Aerospace Industry
What is Permaswage?
Permaswage fittings are radial
compressed (mechanically) onto compatible
tubing to provide a permanent joint with
metal to metal sealing. The joint is effected
by differential springback between the tube
and fitting.
Permaswage
Metal to metal contact - Silicone back up
seals
360 Deg. Swage Min. Ovaltity to Max
Extent Possible
Float tolerance
Fitting Compatibility
21-6-9, 316 and 304 CRESPermaswage
fittings - up to 3000PSI
6061 T6 Al Permaswage fittings - up to
1500PSI
3Al 2.5 Ti Permaswage fittings - up to
4000 and 5000PSI.
Permaswage Installation
Permaswage Installation Tooling
Power Unit
Head Assy
Tube Condition
Chipless
Cutter
Tube Condition:
Tube seal area shall be in sound
condition.
Tube ends shall be deburred.
Permaswage Installation
Select Marking Gage
Positioning Mark Applied
Permaswage Installation
Position Fitting & Tool,
Actuate Pump
Assemble Tool
Permaswage Installation
Inspect fitting
What is PermaLite ?
PermaLite is a tube fitting that is mechanically
attached to the tube by axial swaging. The
movement of the ring along the fitting body
results in deformation of the tube with a leak-
tight joint
PermaLite Fittings
Stainless Steel
Aluminum
Titanium
AS Fitting
PermaLite Fittings
Titaniumfor 3AL-2.5V and 6AL-4V,
Qualified on 3000 psi, 4000 psi & 5000 psi
Aluminumfor 6061T6 & 5052-O
Stainless Steel known as the PermaLite
Repair Fitting
AS5000 Series
- Rating up to 5080 psi
PermaLite Benefits
Low ship set weight
Easy and Fast to Install, Push Pull feature
Easy to inspect
Easy to train - Short training
Virtually No ovality
Metal to Metal seal
Small / Light tools
Superior Flexure performance
Low scatter on S/N curve
PermaLite Installation
Mark both insertion mark & inspection
mark.
Place tool between the shoulder and the
ring
Actuate Pump
Inspect Swage complete
PermaLite Install
Location of Tube
Insertion Marks
Positioning
Mark
Inspection
Mark
PermaLite Installation
Tube Position After Swaging
Average Insertion Maximum Insertion
Minimum Insertion Maximum Insertion W/Tube Stop
PermaLite Installation
Inspection
Inspection Tool
Swaged Tee Fitting
PermaLite Installation
Swage Benefits
Ease of installation, no special qualifications
No costly welding processes or x-ray requirements
No flammable or toxic substances
Repeatable, consistent process
Induces fitting float tolerances for controlled dimensions
Fitting geometry provides optimum flexure, tensile &
torsion performance
Simplified, light weight tooling, allows tight tube clusters
Fast Repair or Manufacture Entire Line
Designed Metal Connections
We are committed to advancing Fitting
Technology to meet the ever changing
needs of Industry
Thank You!