Parker Hannifin has launched an innovative manifold design for the new generation of Rosemount coplanar process transmitters. The manifold offers factory-fitted compression tube ends, providing a “connectionless” interface, which eliminates any requirement for PTFE tape or sealant, and makes it impossible to damage the manifold body because of mis-assembly or thread galling. 3051 coplanar transmitters are considerably smaller and lighter than conventional process instruments, but feature a new style of sensor interface. This demands either a flange to adapt the instrument for conventional manifolds, or a new type of manifold, which can interface directly. Parker’s new CP range of coplanar-compatible manifolds provides this direct connection, utilising design principles which boost integrity and life expectancy compared with competitive products. The manifolds eliminate the need to make tapered thread connections into the manifold block – and with it any risk of scrapping the manifold if threads get galled or crossed – by means of pre-fitted 1/2-inch or 12mm compression instrument tube fittings. The use of twin- or single-ferrule fittings eliminates the need for any PTFE tape or anaerobic sealant, a major cause of problems in the field. This attribute makes the manifolds particularly suitable for any unmanned environments, and applications involving hazardous fluids or oxygen for example.