These fittings are designed to connect Eaton Weatherhead series hydraulic hoses to JIC threaded equipment or hoses easily and corrosion-resistantly, with various end configurations making them suitable for many applications. FleetPride offers an impressive selection of Weatherhead hydraulic hose fittings – your First Click in Heavy Duty!
Hydraulic Hose Fitting
Hydraulic fittings have multiple uses. Crafted from firm yet flexible materials, these hydraulic connections can withstand high pressures while being easy to connect and secure. Their selection depends on application needs, hose size, assembly requirements, and assembly needs; common types include O-rings, Matted Angles, and Tapered Thread Connections.
Prior to using a hydraulic fitting, it is vitally important to familiarize oneself with its operating pressure and temperature ratings – usually expressed in pounds per square inch (psi). Exceeding or falling short of these limits could result in damage, failure, or leaks and may needlessly waste time and money on repairs.
When purchasing hydraulic fittings, it is also essential to consider the type of hose and chemical compatibility. All parts should fit together seamlessly without leakage, leakage, or corrosion occurring.
Hydraulic systems can only be as strong as their weakest link, which is why selecting quality fittings is so essential to successful operation. Fittings must match the pressure rating of their connected hose (e.g., 5000psi, for example); any lower-rated fitting could compromise the system integrity or even lead to leakage of water from within your system.
Not only should these factors be taken into account when selecting an ideal hydraulic fitting, but there are others as well, including its size, material, and type of seal. When it comes to fittings, they must fit the diameter of their respective hose – anything larger or smaller will lead to failure, leaks, or abrasion of either.
Finally, fitting material is of utmost importance. While there are various materials to choose from when it comes to fittings for hydraulic fluid use, brass, aluminum, and stainless steel are usually the go-to choices. Furthermore, make sure that any chemicals being used don’t harm or poison the fittings or hose.
Crimp Hose Fitting
Crimphose fittings provide permanent end connections for hydraulic and industrial hoses conveying fluids and gases, also known as crimp-on or swage fittings, getting fluids and gases. Also referred to as crimp-on fittings or swage fittings, these connectors attach securely onto ends of hoses using hydraulic crimping machines, which compress fittings onto them for a secure fit at pressures up to 10,000 PSI; typically more reliable than reusable fittings & used for low as well as medium pressure applications & applications/applications.
When selecting a crimp hose fitting, it’s essential to pay close attention to both its crimping specifications and the diameter of the hose. Failing to do so may result in gaps forming between the hose and fitting that cause leaks – to prevent this from happening, it must first be cleaned of contaminants before inspecting for significant cracks or cuts in its path before being prepped with its fitting and calibrated with its instrument to make sure it achieves the correct crimp specifications.
Starting the crimping process involves pushing a hose end fitting through a die such that only a tiny section of its top can be seen above it. Securing the fitting within the die will enable crimping until the desired crimp diameter has been reached; this can be determined using chalk marks or measuring its finished OD using calipers. It’s also essential to verify proper installation by aligning an insertion block with your crimping tool; otherwise, crimps on the hose may fail and cause cool-down leakage or cool-down leakage.
For proper crimping, the mark you made on the hose with chalk must remain after crimping has taken place. In addition, make sure that its diameter matches up with its specification; to do this, compare its outside diameter against an Eaton Crimp Fitting part number available online.
When purchasing a crimp hose fitting, Dura-Kote plating should be given priority. This innovative coating reduces corrosion risk that could cause leakage or equipment downtime and is more resistant to abrasion and oxidation compared to competing fittings, providing a longer lifespan than competitors.
Barb-Tite/Grip-On Hose Fitting
Barbed hose fittings are essential components for connecting tubing materials, with female pipe thread connections at one end and raised ridges (known as barbs) on the other that grip into hose or tubing interiors to seal them and make an airtight connection. Their slope, depth, and number of barbs determine how securely these fittings hold on.
These low-pressure air, lube, and oil lines are excellent choices for low-pressure applications such as air, lube, or oil lines. Compatible with plastic tubing or rubber hose for convenient use in tight spaces; durable enough to withstand high-pressure environments as well as rigorous working environments.
Choose a type of hose fitting that matches the size and diameter of the tubing you are using it with. If your tubing is thicker, choose a thicker metal fitting; wider fittings provide more excellent resistance against damage and wear than thinner models.
When purchasing plastic fittings, look for those without parting lines. A parting line occurs where two halves of the mold come together; to ensure an ideal seal, tighter parting-line-free fittings use advanced molding technologies that obliterate this parting line and produce uniform surfaces across their barb.
Tube Fitting
Precision in fluid systems is of utmost importance. Even minor leaks can result in inefficiencies and safety hazards, so using components explicitly designed for every application is vital. Tube fittings are often overlooked components that serve to seal tubing into fluid systems – they come in all sorts of styles, materials, and applications – something any fluid system designer knows well!
Compression and push-to-connect tube fittings are two of the most widely used types. Compression fittings work by compressing a ferrule onto one end of the tubing to form a secure connection that can withstand both high temperatures and pressures. Push-to-connect fittings have similar functionality but differ by offering push-through connections at either end, while compression fittings work by compressing ferrules onto tubing for a strong bond that can withstand high pressures and temperatures. Push-to-connect fittings are often utilized in low-pressure applications like instrumentation and plumbing, making them popular choices in pneumatic systems. Due to their easy installation/disassembly process, these fittings are an ideal choice. Threaded tube fittings feature an easy, quick-release mechanism, making them useful in applications that require frequent disconnection. Their threads grip pipes or tubing securely, and their gender (male or female) is easily identified through their nameplate letter designation.
Weatherhead products, acquired by Eaton Hydraulics in 2002, offer one of the industry’s broadest offerings of hydraulic hoses, fittings, and assembly equipment. Weatherhead provides hydraulic hoses, fittings, adapters, and valves explicitly designed to be used for fluid power applications and fluid conveyance processes – serving both industrial and mobile fluid power/transportation needs.
Weatherhead tubing comes in various sizes and shapes to meet different systems and environments. It is made from advanced stainless steel alloys for high corrosion resistance and non-stick properties that make it especially suitable for harsh or high-purity applications. As well as hydraulic hose fittings and tube fittings, Weatherhead also manufactures tubing cutters and supports that help customers complete projects. In addition, their entire line of tools allows customers to install, service, and troubleshoot their hydraulic equipment, as well as an online catalog containing many suitable products for each of these tasks.
