COUPLERS & PLUGS
Pneumatic Couplers & Plugs Selection Guide
Since 1930s, couplers &plugs have been essential core elements of pneumatic system. With the widespread use of compressed air and pneumatic tools, couplers and plugs are now extensively applied in manufacturing, pneumatic tools, automotive repair and factory pipelines. They provide advantages such as fast connection/ disconnection, excellent sealing and reusability, making them a critical element for efficient workflows.Why choose SHPI couplers& plugs?
SHPI offers couplers &plugs designed for the global market, including Japanese, American, European and Universal systems. All products are 100% made in Taiwan, ensuring high sealing performance, pressure resistance and consistency. SHPI is the trusted brand for export markets, system integrators and equipment manufacturers.
Pneumatic Coupler Systems
Japanese Couplers
Widely used across Asian countries such as Taiwan, Japan, Korea, China, and Southeast Asia and also popular in Australia and the Middle East.
One-Touch, single-hand operation, quick connection/disconnection, time
saving &efficient
Type
Coupler Model
Features & Description
Matching Plug Model
Standard Type
NC
Two-Touch, standard dual-step design
NP
One-Touch Type
NOC
NP
One-Touch Plus Type
NSC
One-Touch, single-hand operation with rotation & locking design,
quick to use, convenient, and enhanced safety
NP
High-Flow Type
NLC
Enlarged body and port diameter, suitable for high-flow pneumatic
transmission
NLP
American Couplers - M, A, T System
Mainly used in North America and South America. SHPI offers M-System, A-System, T-System
30MP 40MP
Series
Coupler Model
Features & Description
Matching Plug Model
M Series- Standard Type
MC、MIC
Two-Touch, most common in the market
MP
M Series- One-Touch Type
MOC
One-Touch, time-saving & efficient
M Series- (3/8" body)
30MC
High-flow applications, Two-Touch
30MP
30MOC
High-flow applications, One-Touch
M Series- (1/2”body)
40MC
Two-Touch, for large equipment
40MP
40MOC
One-Touch, for large equipment
A Series
AC
One-Touch, compatible with slim-type
plug for high recognition
AP
T Series
TC
Automotive type (also known as Automotive Coupler)
TP
European Couplers
Designed for general use across European market, commonly applied in factory pneumatic systems.
Coupler Model
Features & Description
Matching Plug Model
OC
One-Touch, mainstream in European market
OP
Universal Couplers for Global Compatibility
With industrial globalization, mixing of different plug standards in the same region has become common. SHPI's Universal couplers solve compatibility issues effectively, offering a one-touch, time-saving and labor-saving solution.
Universal Series
Coupler Model
Features & Description
Compatible Plug Model
American Universal
UAC、UBC
Widely used in hardware industry & automotive repair tools
MP、AP、TP
European Universal
UDC、UEC
Commonly used in Europe, Middle East, South Africa
OP、MP、AP
Multi-Port Manifolds & High-Flow Distribution
SHPI supplies 2-5 port manifolds in both straight and round types, supporting standard flow and high flow requirement. The high flow type is made of aluminum alloy with sandblasting surface treatment, featuring mounting holes for anti-corrosion and easy installation- ideal for industrial high demanding environment.
Brass fitting series
SHPI provides comprehensive brass fitting series
- Normal Fittings
- Special Fittings
- Flare Tube Fittings
- Sleeve Tube Fittings
- PU / Nylon Tube Fittings
SHPI –Your Trusted Partner for Pneumatic Couplers
✅ Full specifications (Japanese / American / European / Universal)
✅ One hand operation, high flow, large bore options
✅ Made in Taiwan, stable quality, reliable lead time
✅ Dedicated B2B service with OEM/ODM and export support
Why choose SHPI?
SHPI offers high quality, highly compatible, high efficiency solutions, helping you save time, decrease cost and upgrade system efficiency.
Contact us to get your best suitable solution!
