Colder Products Company (CPC), founded in 1978 and headquartered in St. Paul, Minnesota, is the world’s leading provider of quick-disconnect couplings, fittings, and connectors for plastic tubing. As an operating company within Dover Corporation, CPC has built a global reputation for engineering innovative fluid handling solutions that make connections safer and easier. Their expertise spans across the life sciences, biopharmaceutical, and chemical handling markets, where leak-free performance is critical. Operating under ISO 9001 and ISO 13485 certifications, Colder ensures that every component—from standard acetal couplings to specialized sterile connectors—meets the highest quality and safety standards. Their commitment to "connecting with confidence" has made CPC the industry standard for fluid and gas transfer in labs and industrial facilities worldwide.
The Colder range at LabFriend features high-performance liquid handling solutions, headlined by the versatile PLC and PLCD series of quick-disconnect couplings. These systems are available in various materials, including chemically resistant acetal and polypropylene, to ensure compatibility with a wide range of reagents and solvents. For precision fluid management, Colder provides valved coupling bodies and inserts that prevent spills and maintain system integrity during disconnection. Their portfolio also includes essential general lab consumables such as hose barb fittings, ferrules, and threaded adapters designed for leak-proof integration into existing tubing setups. Whether you are managing complex bioprocessing lines or simple laboratory fluid transfers, Colder products provide the reliability needed for professional environments. By choosing Colder through LabFriend, you benefit from competitive pricing and fast shipping on premium connectors engineered for speed, safety, and durability.
Why Choose Colder for Your Laboratory?
- Leak-Free Reliability: Precision-engineered sealing mechanisms and integrated shutoff valves prevent hazardous spills and protect your samples from contamination.
- Material Versatility: Components are available in medical-grade polycarbonate, high-purity polypropylene, and robust chrome-plated brass to suit any chemical or thermal requirement.
- User-Friendly Design: The iconic "CPC Click" and push-button thumb latch allow for intuitive, one-handed connection and disconnection, even when wearing gloves.
- Sterile Connection Expertise: Leading the industry with AseptiQuik® and Steam-Thru® technologies that allow for sterile fluid transfer in both single-use and hybrid systems.
- Broad Compatibility: Offers over 10,000 standard and custom products with multiple termination sizes, ensuring a perfect fit for almost any flexible tubing application.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. What is the advantage of using a valved coupling?
Valved couplings (such as the PLCD series) feature an automatic shutoff mechanism that stops fluid flow the moment the connection is broken, preventing leaks and protecting the laboratory environment.
2. Can Colder plastic fittings be autoclaved?
Compatibility depends on the material; while polypropylene and polysulfone versions are generally autoclavable, acetal components are typically restricted to lower temperature ranges and chemical sterilization.
3. Are CPC connectors compatible with aggressive chemicals?
Yes, Colder offers products made from specialized materials like PEEK and fluoropolymers that provide exceptional resistance to aggressive acids, bases, and organic solvents.
4. How do I ensure a leak-proof seal with Colder hose barbs?
For a secure connection, ensure the tubing ID matches the hose barb size. In high-pressure applications, it is recommended to use a hose clamp or Oetiker® clip to further secure the tubing to the barb.
